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Position Summary

Lead, evaluate, design, and engineer projects and systems to specification on projects ranging from new design/build to rehabilitation of existing facilities and systems. Provide ongoing technical guidance and engineering issue resolution as needed.

Position Details

• Responsible for the production of designs and review of existing designs identified in plans, specifications, submittals and shop drawings. Ensure compliance with engineering standards, codes, specifications and design instruction.

• Identify design, process and equipment options that can satisfy client requirements, minimize costs and limit potential operational problems.

• Interface directly with other disciplines and coordinate with client personnel, contractors, architects, and other project team members to ensure value engineering and the delivery of high-quality projects within the prescribed time frames. Make presentations when necessary.

• Develop standards, methods, processes and procedures for reviewing, evaluating and inspecting designs.

• Determine methods and solutions for complex engineering problems and identify the most efficient and acceptable resolution.

• Coordinate with and/or direct virtual design personnel and junior engineers on assigned projects. Mentor and provide guidance on designs and technical issues.

• Coordinate/Plan on-site field surveys to collect or deliver design and engineering data.

• Write technical narratives in response to RFIs.

• Actively participate in project scheduling and budgeting.

• Understand and assist with the input and output of accurate project data in Southland systems.

• Maintain timely and accurate oral and written technical reports regarding assigned engineering activities.

• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Qualifications

• 4-year Bachelor of Science in Engineering Degree

• 4 + years of practical Engineering experience

• Active Professional Engineering License

• Understanding of all MEP calculations and design

• Advanced understanding of building codes and standards

• Ability to develop and design calculation tools for Engineering Group

• Knowledge of engineering and design techniques plus understanding of all engineering disciplines

• Proficiency in all Design Software (i.e. CADD, Calculation Software, etc.)

• Excellent analytical and technical writing skills

• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills

• Excellent time management skills

• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment while adhering to project deadlines

• Ability to lead discipline specific design efforts on medium-scale projects independently

• Ability to develop design tasks and distribute amongst the design team

• Advanced computer proficiency, including MS Office

• Detailed understanding of BIM requirements

• Detailed understanding of Project Life Cycle

• Assume a leadership position in professional society

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)

• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability

• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance

• Disability income protection insurance

• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)

• Paid parental leave

• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time

• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses

• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation's largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you're engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

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Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement : Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

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