Senior Project Engineer I
J.A. Watts, LLC · Lisle, IL · 4 mo ago
Engineering$125k–$156k/yrFull-time
Duties And Responsibilities
- Oversee and coordinate all technical aspects of a project including contract submission, designs, testing, and data collection and analysis.
- Advise and provide suggestions as applicable.
- Review project plans and proposals and suggest updates or maintain changes as needed.
- Perform complex technical assignments throughout assigned projects including construction layout, calculating and verifying engineering calculations, inspecting construction work, and conducting field tests.
- Prepare and distribute specifications and timeline of the project to both internal and external clients.
- Provide status reports of projects on timeline and budget.
- Alocate project resources appropriately and within the project budget and provide suggestions or adjustments as needed.
- Oversee work completed including external contractors and act as the point person for the project.
- Perform overall quality control of the work and regularly report on project status.
- Interact daily with the clients and propose project updates as needed.
- Maintain project integrity and reputation through compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Cooperate and communicate effectively with team members to provide assistance and support.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program
- 7+ years' professional project experience with design and development of electrical power distribution, roadway lighting, ITS, or traffic signals
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to complete within first year of employment
- Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong time management skills, works well in a fast-paced environment, and able to handle multiple tasks at a time
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and decision making abilities
- Knowledgeable with rules, regulations, best practices, procedures, standard engineering techniques, and performance standards
- Experience applying National Electrical Code to a wide variety of projects and designing electrical systems supporting infrastructure projects
- Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite) and experience using AutoCAD or MicroStation design software
- Knowledge of and experience in roadway lighting, ITS, and fiber optic infrastructure, and complex lighting
- NCEES Account to achieve Professional Registrations in other jurisdictions (preferred)
- Valid driver’s license & ability to travel for site visits