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Engineer in Carson, CA

September 29, 2008

Job Title: Engineer

Job Location:  Carson, CA

Career Level:   Senior

Job Type: 12 month contract

Pay Type:  Hourly

Maximum Pay:  $61.00

Minimum Pay:  $28.00

Required Engineering Field/Major: Engineering

General Job Description:

System Engineer for the Force Battle Command Brigade and Below (FBCB2)/Battle Command Product Line (BCPL) program. Tasks include but are not limited to the following:
• Analyze parts of a complex engineering system, for the purpose of developing, deriving, and documenting requirements and concepts of operation/execution
• Translate system requirements into required software requirements and ensure flowdown to software developers; complete preliminary software design based on approved requirements
• Plan, perform, and document studies, investigations, and analysis to manage risks and ensure performance, security, and safety requirements are met
Work within the confines of a software product line includes its established plans and practices.
Participate in the domain analysis of the BCPL.Qualified candidates must be a US Citizen with preference given to candidates possessing an active secret clearance. Some occasional travel required.

Critical style attributes include:
• Detail oriented, well organized, self-starter, and able to work independently
• Analytical ability to derive and/or prove conclusions and provide alternative solutions and recommendations to problems and concepts
• Team player, able to work in a fast paced and multi-task environment
• Excellent verbal communication and writing skills

The following are the Basic Qualifications for the position:

• BS/CS (some experience desired)

Knowledge and understanding of systems engineering concepts, techniques, methods, and procedures
• Ability to conduct requirements reviews, design reviews, and code reviews without help or guidance
• Knowledge of software architecture and design, especially real-time systems
• Knowledge of TCP/IP based networking, including typically used protocol stacks and formats
• Experience with MS Project, DOORS or some similar requirements or test management tool/system

Experience in the following areas is an asset:

• CCNA or equivalent networking experience
• Experience with Rational ClearCase and ClearQuest clients
• OO Software development experience, particularly in C++/Linux

• Previous experience on Army programs and battle management is desirable
Proficient with UML, particularly using Rational Rose; ability to produce use case diagrams, sequence diagrams, interface specifications, and class diagrams

Defining the future. Join the men and women of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems in meeting the largest, most complex systems challenges imaginable for government, military and business.

 

 

Required Skills: • BS/CS (some experience desired)

Company/Client Profile: A Veteran-owned Virginia Corporation serving the government and corporate industries, ZKD, LLC was founded on its strong Staffing Solutions, Security Management, and Information Management capabilities.  We provide federal and commercial clients quality professionals supporting a vast array of skill sets.  ZKD’s management practices for success are built upon the principle that management and organizational effectiveness leads to employee effectiveness. 

 

Application Instructions: Reply to email

 

Employer/Recruiter Contact Info:

Robert F. Darden

VP, Commercial Operations

 

ZKD,LLC

101 E. Park Blvd., Suite 600

Plano, TX 75074

Ph : 972.516.3785

Fax: 972.516.3786

robert [dot] darden [at] zkdllc [dot] com

Written by robert.darden@zkdllc.com · Filed Under Aerospace Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Jobs, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Senior Level, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering | Comments Off 

Chief Naval Architect in Seattle, WA

June 24, 2008

Chief Naval Architect

 
Division: Washington State Ferries
Recruitment Number: WMS-08-043
Location: Seattle- Belltown Area
Salary: $82,932-$106,356 annually depending on qualifications
Posting Date: Tuesday, June 03, 2008
Closing Date: Thursday, June 26, 2008
Position Profile: 

The Chief Naval Architect reports through the Director of Maintenance, Preservation and Engineering to the Ferries Division Assistant Secretary and is the agency’s foremost advisor on vessel design issues. As a registered Professional Engineer, the Chief Naval Architect provides critical input to policy development, implementation, and application as it pertains to vessel capabilities and limitations for existing and future ferry vessel design and ensures that vessel design, design changes, modifications, operations, construction, and repairs meet regulatory agency requirements and satisfy fundamental engineering principals, in addition to good marine practice for safety, security, operability, feasibility, maintainability, and reliability for the intended operating environment.

The employee in this position will be required to:
• Lead and manage the Vessel Design Branch and make work assignments for 15 employees. Direct the resources of 6 engineering consulting firms on approved tasks
• Review and assess design alternatives for correcting existing fleet problems, renovations resolving obsolescence issues, and meeting emerging regulatory agency requirements
• Review and accept design deliverables from contractors
• Develop budgetary trade-offs and reallocate funds to vessel design projects in accordance with agency and supervisor’s strategic intent
• Prioritize design projects in accordance with agency and supervisor’s strategic intent
• Make human resource management decisions including performance assessments, over- time assignments/requests, vacation requests, and hiring of new employees in accordance with guidance and strategic intent of supervisor
• Take to the supervisor decisions regarding program priorities, budget submittal approval, and contractor task approval

 

The successful candidate will:

• Be a Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Washington in the field of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering or other allied fields (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical), or must be a Registered Professional Engineer in the same disciplines in a different state and able to become a Registered Professional Engineer in the state of Washington within 6 months
• Have a strong background in the engineering, ship design, and construction of ships and boats licensed to carry passengers
• Have knowledge of engineering of shipboard structure, outfitting, machinery, piping, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems
• Have experience planning, scheduling, and managing large projects
• Have knowledge of engineering and design in accordance with the requirements of classification societies and regulatory agencies such as the American Bureau of Shipping, American Society of Testing Materials, U.S. Coast Guard, and the U.S. Public Health Service
• Have knowledge of applicable sections of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), International Convention for Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), International Maritime Organization (IMO) as they apply to ferry operations, maintenance, preservation, and improvement
• Have knowledge of Labor & Industries, WISHA, and OSHA requirements for worker access and safety plus knowledge of specific requirements of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Washington State Law as it applies to ADA 
Desired qualifications include:

 

• The ability to synthesize varying engineering disciplines and manage consultant work
• The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• The ability to work, liaison, and coordinate with other organizations, both internal and external, and to develop strategies and execution plans
• The ability to coach, mentor, and train staff
• Experience in long range planning
• The ability to develop, manage, and execute budgets; develop and implement decisions
• Experience using a personal computer as a tool for a variety of technical and managerial functions

  • Ethical standards of conduct, integrity and honesty
  • Ability to act in the public interest
  • A commitment to the Department’s quality, diversity, and public service values

 

Compensation:  $82,932-$106,356 annually depending on qualifications.
Outstanding benefits include health, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; vacation, sick, military and civil leave; dependent care assistance program; employee assistance program; deferred compensation plans; educational benefits program; 11 paid holidays; and state retirement plans.

How To Apply: Please send a letter of interest, a detailed resume, a minimum of three employment references with current phone numbers and addresses, and a completed Applicant Profile Form (pdf 77 kb) (optional) by 8:00 am on Thursday, June 26, 2008. The letter of interest should indicate how you meet the qualifications as shown on this announcement.

Electronic application materials in Word format are preferred; however, hard copies may be sent to:

 
WSFRecrutiment @wsdot.wa.gov
Subject: WMS-08-043		 or Washington State Ferries
Office of Human Resources
2901- 3rd Avenue, Suite 500
Seattle, WA 98121-1042
FAX: (206)515-3489
 

If you have decided to apply for this position, we would appreciate your voluntary cooperation in responding to the Applicant Profile Form. This information will assist in ensuring equal employment opportunity and is strictly confidential, available only to authorized personnel.

Applicant Profile Form (pdf 370 kb)
Applicant Profile Form (doc 968 kb)

Agency Profile: The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) values its employees, challenges them to continuously improve the way we do business, to meet and exceed the needs of our customers, and to carry out their duties in an ethical manner. WSDOT is a multi-modal transportation agency in one of the fastest growing areas of the country, responsible for planning, building and operating a complex highway system in addition to operating a large ferry system and freight and passenger rail system. 

Washington State Ferries operates the largest ferry fleet in the United States. Twenty-eight ferries cross Puget Sound and its inland waterways, carrying over 26 million passengers to 20 different terminals. From Tacoma, Washington, to Sidney, British Columbia, WSF travels up and down the Sound, acting as a marine highway for commercial users, tourists, and daily commuters alike. There are over 1800 dedicated employees who have made Washington State Ferries the most popular tourist attraction in the state.

Written by WSFRECRUITMENT · Filed Under $100k+ Jobs, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Senior Level |  

Director-Terminal Engineering in Seattle, WA

June 24, 2008

Position: Director of Terminal Engineering
Division: Ferries / Washington State Ferries
Recruitment #: WMS 08-041
Location: Seattle – Belltown Area
Salary: WMS Band 4 $91,608-$117,480
Opening Date: June 4, 2008
Closing Date: July 11, 2008

Position Profile: Washington State Ferries is a division of Washington State Department of Transportation and the Director of Terminal Engineering provides the leadership, strategic decision-making, and policy development which guide capital and maintenance programs for Ferries terminal facilities and assets worth over $800 million. This position works directly with the Ferries Assistant Secretary and other Directors to establish and implement Ferries strategic plan; the position is also part of the senior management team within WSDOT.

This position provides technical oversight and guidance on critical terminal facility decisions, directing the work of several layers of managers and senior professionals including: a project management and terminal planning office; an engineering services office; a terminal construction office; a marine environmental permitting office; and several design and construction management teams.

Primary Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning: Collaborates with Ferries Assistant Secretary and other Directors to establish Ferries strategic plans and goals, further developing the Terminal Engineering organizational policies and strategies to implement that plan.

Financial Responsibility: Makes significant financial decisions that impact agency and mission of Ferries by building and implementing Terminal Engineering budgets. Collaborates with Directors of Operations and Maintenance to prioritize capital and maintenance budgets. Approves all expenditures for design / construction activities, and right of way acquisitions.

Design and Construction: Mentors and leads staff in use of traditional and alternative construction methods, project management systems, financial and business case analysis, quality control procedures, machinery safety performance standards, department procedural standards, emergency response protocols, and maintenance management standards. Makes policy and provides final approval for designs of all ferry terminal facilities, particularly in cases where no design standards exist. Mentors and leads staff in assessing environmental impact, contaminated sites, or other environmental conditions, often as part of negotiating and settling legal disputes. Resolves bid protests, awards construction contracts, and settles claims for ferry terminal construction.

Organizational Authority: Acts as appointing authority in personnel actions for the department. Develops Terminal Engineering organizational structure, and approves all staffing resource allocations and consultant work.

Successful candidate should have the following (WSDOT is most interested in candidates that meet or exceed the following criteria):

•Knowledge of and experience developing long-term strategic policies for effective capital planning and management, with an emphasis on leadership, communications, intergovernmental relations, organizational management, and creative or visionary solutions to problems in a complex political environment.

•Ability to communicate effectively, and clearly speak in a public forum; strategize media relations in a highly-charged environment, and perform newspaper, radio, and television interviews.

•Ability to lead and motivate professional design, construction, and maintenance management teams in an environment of competing demands; foster teamwork among a diverse group of Ferries / WSDOT executives, directors, and other management staff.

•Knowledge of human resource management, mentoring, and conflict resolution.

•Ability to lead and oversee the application of engineering standards and to act as approving authority for ferry terminal facility design, including situations where no codes or standards exist.

•Knowledge of project office organization and function, including project management principles.

•Ability to direct strategic development of construction phasing plans, considering the requirement to build under continuous ferry operation.

•Ability to direct construction management activities, including resolving bidding protests and awarding contracts, resolution of disputes, and negotiation of claims.

•Knowledge of and experience with public bidding and contracts laws; right of way acquisition laws and the condemnation process; labor and industries and WISHA and OSHA requirements for worker access and safety; SEPA / NEPA and permitting processes including environmental cleanup, Endangered Species Act, and tribal/environmental compliance.

•Master’s degree in planning, architecture, engineering, or business administration.

Desired Qualifications Include:

•A Professional Engineering license.
•Ethical standards of conduct, integrity and honesty.
•An Ability to act in the public interest.
•Demonstrated ability to manage, empower and support a diverse staff.
•A commitment to the Department’s quality, diversity, and public service values.
•Knowledge of WSDOT project delivery system.

Compensation: WMS Band 4 ($91,608-$117,480 annually, DOQ). Outstanding benefits including health, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; vacation, sick, military and civil leave; dependent care assistance program; employee assistance program; deferred compensation plans; educational benefits program; 11 paid holidays; and state retirement plans.

How To Apply:

Qualified individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply by submitting a letter of interest, a detailed resume, and the Applicant Profile Form (optional) by Friday, July 11, 2008. The letter of interest should indicate how you meet the desirable qualifications for this position. Please be prepared to provide references at the time of interview.
The hiring authority reserves the right to interview and offer the position at any time during the search. It is to the applicant’s advantage to apply as soon as possible.

Electronic application materials in Word format are preferred; however, hard copies may be sent to:

WSFRecruitment [at] wsdot [dot] wa [dot] gov or Washington State Ferries
Subject: Recruitment #WMS-08-041 Office of Human Resources
2901 – 3rd Avenue, Suite 500
Seattle, WA 98121-1042
Fax: (206) 515-3489

Written by WSFRECRUITMENT · Filed Under $100k+ Jobs, Architectural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Senior Level |  

Senior Architect Project Manager in Philadelphia, PA

March 19, 2008

Job Title : Sr. Arcritect, Project Manager
Job Location : Philadelphia, PA
Career Level : Mid (5-10 yrs)
Job Type : Direct
Pay Type : Salary
Maximum Pay : $73,000
Minimum Pay : $61,000
Required Engineering Major/Field : Architectural Engineering
Required Skills :

• MArch or BArch from an accredited university • 7-10 years of experience • Prior experience in planning and design for residential senior living communities • Previous experience leading a team of professionals • Excellent design, construction and contract documentation skills required • Experience with AutoCAD 2002 and Microsoft Office • Licensure • Commitment to urban community design, housing and sustainable design

General Job Description :

The successful candidate will be a talented and motivated professional interested in Community Planning and Design. This individual will lead multi-discipline teams from the design, documentation through construction stage resulting in the creation of sustainable, safe and livable urban neighborhoods.

Company/Client Profile :

Client Company, a collaborative practice of City and Regional Planners, Urban Designers, Landscape Architects and Architects who assist private and public clients envision smarter development patterns, revitalize neighborhoods, forge new communities, integrate and reinforce open space systems, and design site – specific landscapes and buildings has an immediate opportunity for a Senior Architect/Project Manager, Community Design in their Philadelphia office.

Application Instructions :

For immediate consideration, please forward a detailed cover letter and resume which clearly sets you aside and details the above requirements to: John P. Roche JPR Recruiting and Consulting, Inc. (518) 584-1999 www.jprrecruiting.com john [at] jprrecruiting [dot] com Additional opportunities can be viewed at www.jprrecruiting.com

Contact Name : John P. Roche
Contact Email : john [at] jprrecruiting [dot] com

Written by bradley · Filed Under Architectural Engineering, Engineering Jobs, Mid Level |