Careers

Job Summary:  

• Individuals assigned to this classification will perform engineering calculations and must be able to layout and design systems in accordance with established policies, standards, procedures, code and shall exercise judgment in their application with minimal to no supervision.  
• Individuals should be able to apply practical knowledge and experience in their field to resolve problems and conflicts related to the projects assigned to them. Individuals should be capable of independent decision-making for engineering tasks on the projects assigned to them.  
• Individuals may occasionally supervise subordinate personnel, or assist other engineers or designers.

Qualifications:  A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Fire Protection, Structural or Architectural Engineering and minimum 8 years of experience is required. EIT preferable. 

Or

An associate degree with minimum 10 years’ experience in the design of HVAC, Plumbing, Fire protection, Structural or Electrical systems under the supervision of a Professional Engineer required. 

Responsibilities:

• Able to complete the job requirement for Engineering Designer III successfully.
• Excellent knowledge of discipline specific codes and other building codes.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good leadership skills to educate client on design and other project requirements.
• Meet with the Project Engineer and the Project Manager to discuss the design scope, schedule, budget, phasing, site issues, and design review issues.
• Work with Project Manager and Project Engineer to prepare design budgets and schedules.  
• Estimate discipline man-hours required to complete the design requirements of a project.  
• Provide leadership and assign design job functions to designated designers and supervise their efforts in completing the project on time and within budget.
• Implement system types as selected by the Project Engineer and provide complete construction documents that match the client and project team’s requirements.
• Review preliminary and final design with other disciplines for function, clearances, coordination, and final design selection. Perform a final review of the engineering drawings.
• Client contact.
• Perform quality assurance on projects in coordination with technical manager or project engineer.
• Mentor and motivate Engineering designers I, II and III.
• Set high standards, Professional integrity and seeks for the company and client best interest.
• Proficient in AutoCad, Revit and Engineering modeling tools.
• Ability to meet fast-paced deadlines while maintaining quality design.
• Additional duties as required.

Skills: 

• Active Listening.
• Critical Thinking.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and REVIT.
• Researching and writing reports/opinions.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent Time Management.
• Equipment selection.
• Good judgement and decision making.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADVANCEMENT TO:

• Technical Manager/Project Engineer/Engineering Manager

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)) in the following areas:

• Demonstrate record of success in managing projects thoroughly, accurately, and on time.
• Demonstrate the ability of quality assurance, attention to detail and high quality product for the client.
• Demonstrate the ability to effectively utilize and direct Technicians and Engineering Designers.
• Well-developed understanding of the overall building design process, from the initial conception through construction.
• Knowledge of building systems and technologies. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication, leadership and team building skills required.
• Ability to mentor and train other team members on technical and managing aspects of the discipline.
• Ability to represent the company and client professionally.
• Attend two seminars dealing with management skills, and leadership.
• Attend two seminars related to ethics, technical and code information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time, able to handle stressful situations and multi-tasking, able to work under time constraints, long hours may be required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Overtime (40+ hours) may be required as needed. 

 WORK ENVIRONMENT:  Must be able to handle stressful situations, multi-tasking, and working within reasonable time constraints to meet production schedules and budgets. Will work in normal office environment and may also be required to work outside of a normal office from time-to-time. 

The above criteria has been developed to establish guidelines for this position, but note that these are only guidelines, and a person’s ability, talent, effort, personality, and other aspects of the profession shall become a deciding factor for each position.  

Promotions are dependent on effort, attitude, ability, need, and schooling and should not be considered automatic.

Cuhaci & Peterson provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Cuhaci & Peterson complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.