Engineering Jobs in Rotterdam, NY

Visium Resources has been asked to identify qualified candidates for this Project Engineering Manager position located in Schenectady, NY. This position is a contract hire opportunity which is expected to be a hybrid work arrangement for a duration of one year. There will be some travel estimated to be one week per month. Prefer candidates who reside in the EST zone.

Summary

The Project Engineering Manager will execute the engineering portion of OTR (Order to Remittance) contracts that contain Balance of Plant (BOP) scope. Own the project control activity globally and drive consistent functional specifications and common global processes for projects implementation. Activities that are conducted to better understand or ultimately meet the expectations of the customer Impacts approaches, projects and programs in the functional area or affected business organization and ways of working. Impacts quality, efficiency and effectiveness of own team. Has significant input into priorities. Guided by professional practices and policies that are shaped by the role. The role has moderate autonomy, requiring high levels of operational judgment. Job will require some travel within the US, Latin America, and Globally as needed.

Job Description:

Serves as the technical leader/manager to develop a scope of work and plan schedule and

monitor engineering activities for customer projects. Provide technical leadership and

interface with Proposal Management, Cost Estimating, Partners, Customers, Product

Engineering, Sourcing, Engineering sub-contractors.

* Developing specialized knowledge in their discipline. Serves as best practice/quality

resource. Has awareness of latest technical developments in own area. Contributes

towards strategy and policy development, and ensure delivery within area of responsibility.

* Has in-depth knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; has

working knowledge of competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.

* Uses judgment to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems in areas

of operational/product management, manufacturing, technology or engineering. Takes new

perspective on existing solutions. Uses technical experience and expertise for data

analysis to support recommendations. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources

outside of own function to arrive at decisions.

* Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with

moderate risks and resource requirements. Explains difficult or sensitive information; works

to build consensus. Developing persuasion skills required to influence others on topics

within field.

* Own the engineering execution of BOP-scoped Projects from Contract signature until the

end of contractual obligations.

* Manage a cross functional Engineering team to master the risks and opportunities of the

Contract.

* Providing technical guidance and assistance to Project Management and internal

engineering teams.

* Reviewing Customer specifications and communicating contract and project requirements

to all design functions, utilizing internal documentation systems.

* Evaluating financial/schedule impact of Customer requested scope changes.

Providing technical support to Engineering, Sourcing, Vendors, and Installation teams to

ensure equipment meets all Customer requirements and business objectives.

* Enforce quality procedures and participate in their improvement.

* Assure the experience feedback by capturing issues (Lessons Learned).

Work in a matrix organization with numerous interfaces: In house with mainly the

Engineering departments of the various locations and In house with fellow PEM's and Project Coordinators. In house with project managers, quality, sourcing, logistics and scheduling. Externally with Customers, partners,

EPCs, and subcontractors

* Serve as Senior Project Engineering Manager, when assigned, to lead and facilitate a total

project solution across all product lines: Global technical project focal point... partner with

project manager for customer/EPC meetings, etc. Drive consistent project requirement flow

down across product lines. Drive-functional resolution to technical project issues from a system level across product lines. Respect of the contractual obligations while protecting the customer satisfaction. Management of technical risks of the project. Drive project profitability according to the assigned budgets.

Qualified candidates would have the following:

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's or higher degree in Engineering or any other related STEM program from an

accredited university or college.

A min of 6 years of experience or more of related industry experience with increasing

responsibilities.

Desired Characteristics

* Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

* Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects.

* Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

* Demonstrates creativity and problem-solving capability.

* Willingness/ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

* Excellent oral and written communication skills.

* Motivated and able to motivate others.

* Has a continuous improvement mind set.

* Demonstrates customer interface experience.

Technical superior training with experience in project/team management preferred, in the

field of energy or in the management of transverse teams.

* Demonstrates knowledge of Mechanical & electrical codes and compliance.

* Demonstrates knowledge of Turbo machinery, generator, electrical, controls and/or Power

Plant Accessory systems and equipment.

* Expertise in one of the disciplines (Mechanical/ Electrical / Process)

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.