Engineering Jobs in Lowell Michigan

SUMMARY

The Senior Associate will be responsible for the administration, coordination, and documentation of asset-related activities and insurance programs, as well as execution of day-to-day finance and treasury operations. This is a high-trust role on our Finance/Accounting Team that takes ownership of the administrative support for various personal, real estate, and investment-related assets of our Clients.

The Senior Associate position is a full-time, benefit eligible, hourly, non-exempt position. The primary work location for this position is on-site at Buttonwood's offices in Ada, MI.

Buttonwood is seeking a forward-thinking, positive, and collaborative individual with strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, along with excellent communication and organizational abilities. The ideal candidate possesses strong administrative expertise, bringing professionalism, discretion, and a service-oriented mindset to managing assets in a sophisticated, multi-entity structure.

RESPONSBILITIES

Entity & Asset Administration

• Coordinate the formation, maintenance, and administration of legal entities, including tracking governing documents, registrations, and compliance-related records
• Administer personal and investment-related assets across multiple entities, including:
• Maintaining detailed ownership and transaction records
• Assist with valuations and compliance requirements
• Coordinating insurance coverage and renewals
• Supporting asset acquisitions, dispositions, and related documentation
• Coordinate with appropriate government organizations regarding asset transactions (e.g. Secretary of State, Customs & Border Protection, foreign government departments, etc.)
• Distribute registration and insurance materials to appropriate stakeholders
• Prepare periodic asset reports for Client or management review

Finance & Treasury Administration

• Execute and document payment and treasury activities in accordance with internal controls, approval protocols, and established procedures
• Perform daily cash management activities
• Prepare weekly and monthly cash management reports
• Receive, verify and reconcile expense reports
• Reconcile vendor accounts and statements
• Serve as a primary administrator for financial systems, including accounting software, , Concur, and banking platforms
• Assist with the administration of bank accounts

Administrative Support

• Assist with the improvement of operational controls, procedures, and workflows across financial and asset administration functions
• Support cross-functional projects involving finance, asset management, and legal stakeholders, as needed

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Accounting or related field
• Minimum of 5+ years administrative, insurance, finance operations, or related experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Working knowledge of accounting systems or other database reporting tools preferred
• Ability to sit, stand and complete work at a computer for prolonged periods of time

ELEMENTS OF SUCCESS

• Hands-on, highly collaborative, and comfortable in a dynamic environment
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Highly self-motivated and solution orientated
• Maintains a positive, pro-active approach
• Superior judgment and comfort level working with confidential, legal, and sensitive information, with an uncompromised commitment to integrity and discretion

BENEFITS

Along with competitive pay, Buttonwood provides the following generous benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability (100% Employer paid)
• FSA, HSA, 401k with company match
• Time Off: 10+ paid Company holidays, 20 days PTO
• Perks: Positive, supportive Company culture, team events, monthly Company lunches, and more

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.