Project Engineer 2
WesTech Engineering · Ames, IA · 3 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
Job Details
About the role
As one of the leading operating brands of Swire Water, WesTech recruits great people to be part of our collegial and collaborative teams in engineering, design, project management, field service, plant operations, professional services and more. Our mission is to help communities thrive by delivering high-quality water solutions with superior service – safely and sustainably.
Responsibilities
- Execute engineering deliverables using common methodologies, procedures, and practices to ensure designs are congruent with national and local standards and codes
- Perform common design tasks and calculations for several projects at a time
- Receive and incorporate comments and changes to designs including adjusting work practices where necessary
- Prepare and review technical reports when required
- Provide complete and clear design packages for use by internal and external customers
- Reviews and stamps calculations and drawings (where applicable)
- Create good designs that meet company best practices, customer requirements and industry standards
- Mastering ability to break down tasks, plan, estimate and manage work to meet or beat project deadlines
- Collaborates professionally with teammates and peers
- Communicates clearly at team events, clarifying requirements and sharing areas of concern
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
- Experience: Generally at least 1 year or more of related experience
- Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) certification or able to obtain within 6 months of the start date (if relevant to area of discipline)
- Strong math skills, specifically trigonometry and geometry, understanding of chemistry and physics
- Excellent computer skills: MS Word, Excel, and other Windows applications
- Detail oriented, well organized
- Strong communication skills
- Self-motivated with detailed and complete follow-through
Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or Structural Engineer (SE) license or able to obtain within 6 months of the start date (if relevant to area of discipline)
- Knowledge of software such as Mathcad, Inventor, STAAD, Plant 3D, and/or Navisworks as relevant to area of discipline
- Knowledge of design codes such as AISC, ASCE, ACI as they apply to steel structures
Skills
- Ability to use a workstation using computer/phone
- Some lifting may be involved (up to 40 lbs.)
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and performance-based annual bonuses
- Dollar for dollar 401K match of 6%
- Flexible work hours, hybrid schedules with remote work options
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package with an on-site medical facility
- Company HSA contribution, Paid Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program
- Company-paid Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Long-term Disability
- PTO plan and Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Company celebrations, summer parties, volunteer opportunities, games, prize drawings, and more!
WesTech Considerations
We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.