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Recruiter/Sourcer- Engineering
Contract: 6+ Months
Pay rate: W2 hourly with medical benefits
Onsite 5 days/week- Overland Park, KS
Manager Notes:
I am looking for an experienced sourcer or recruiter with a passion for sourcing and experience recruiting and/or sourcing hard-to-fill niche roles. Someone with experience working on engineering roles is a plus.
Skills sourcing outside of LinkedIn and developing sourcing strategies is highly preferred. We want someone who can get creative. We will be giving them a LI recruiter seat.
We are looking for someone with a sales and marketing mindset who can “sell” career opportunities to passive candidates via email, phone, and various social media platforms.
I am looking for someone who stays up to date on sourcing techniques and enjoys continuous learning in this space.
Key Responsibilities:
Consult and conduct recruitment strategy meetings with talent acquisition partners to understand gaps in recruiting efforts and needs
Build long term relationships with top talent for current and future career opportunities
Implement and execute strategic recruitment techniques for high volume, aged and hard to fill positions
Use innovative sourcing techniques and leverage technology to find active and passive candidates
Build strong partnerships with recruiters to develop plans for key staffing initiatives
Post and maintain quality job descriptions and advertisements for open positions, ensuring consistency across all postings
Source candidates through creative social media tools and developing robust networking avenues
Initiate contact with passive candidates for openings and maintaining candidate pipelines
Utilize internal applicant tracking system to review applications and maintain candidate progress
Recognize and assist with any situation within our business that can be assisted with HR support
Researching market conditions and industry trends as they relate to our competitors to assist in decision-making and marketing positions.
Using industry knowledge, social media sources, Technical Operations, and mission-focused knowledge to seek out potential candidates that may be currently employed at peer/competitor companies, and successfully identify candidates
Skills: Preferred Qualifications:
Comfortable monitoring key metrics and making data driven decisions in respect to adjusting recruitment or sourcing strategies
Extensive data mining of various social media to identify candidate profiles.
Utilizing professional networks to source candidates
Bachelor's Degree is preferred
Recruiting experience, preferably in engineering or technical roles but open to other experiences also
Full Life Cycle Recruiting, managing hiring manager relationships
Keywords:
Education: Minimum Qualifications:
3+ years of talent sourcing and/or full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably specializing in the recruitment of engineers within the domains of water, wastewater treatment plants, utilities, power generation, storage, transmission, and/or distribution. Candidates with a background in technical recruitment or other recruitment specializations may also be considered. Agency recruitment background is a plus.
Ability to quickly learn candidate profiles and identify and source candidates outside of job boards and LinkedIn using boolean techniques including X-ray searching in a fast-paced changing environment. Experience designing recruiting strategies a plus
Ability to identify and source candidates outside of job boards and LinkedIn using boolean techniques including X-ray searching preferred.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations
Job Description
At EDZ Systems, we are looking for a Technical & Engineering Recruiter to join our team – ideally someone who has experience recruiting talent across both Information Technology (IT) and Engineering disciplines (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical). It’s a challenging, fast-moving candidate-driven market, and the ideal candidate should be highly motivated, resourceful, and tenacious enough to keep up with the pace.
We are seeking someone who is curious, adaptable, and eager to stay up-to-date with the latest technological advancements as well as engineering industry trends that influence our clients’ hiring needs. If you are looking to take your career to the next level and maximize your growth potential, then this is the right opportunity for you.
Objectives of this Role
- Source senior-level, highly specialized candidates across IT, Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering for leading national businesses.
- Screen and interview candidates to ensure we put forward only the most qualified professionals.
- Consult with clients on overall hiring strategies and tailor recruiting approaches accordingly.
- Stay informed on industry trends in technology and engineering to evaluate candidates against relevant standards.
- Build and maintain a diverse client portfolio by providing expert consultation that ensures long-term partnerships.
- Leverage your network to generate new client opportunities and expand EDZ Systems’ reach in both IT and engineering sectors.
- Network online and offline with potential candidates to promote our employer brand and attract top talent.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities
- Partner with clients to understand role requirements for both IT positions and engineering roles in order to source the best-suited candidates.
- Write and post job descriptions for a variety of positions – from software developers and cybersecurity specialists to structural, electrical, and mechanical engineers.
- Source, screen, and build shortlists of qualified candidates across multiple technical domains.
- Interview candidates using a mix of methods (structured interviews, technical assessments, and behavioral-based questions).
- Coordinate onboarding with HR and ensure a smooth hiring process for placed candidates.
- Build and maintain a candidate CRM pipeline to ensure timely communication and accurate data management.
- Attend industry-specific events, including tech conferences and engineering expos, to network with professionals.
- Keep informed about new developments in technology and engineering fields to support strategic hiring conversations with clients.
Skills and Qualifications
- Proven work experience in recruitment – ideally as a Technical Recruiter or Engineering Recruiter.
- Hands-on experience with different interview formats (virtual and in-person).
- Ability to understand and explain requirements for both IT roles and engineering positions (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical).
- Proficiency using tools like LinkedIn Talent Solutions, job boards, and CRM/ATS systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong networking skills, resilience, and ability to manage multiple hiring needs simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, communications, business, engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of recruiting experience, with exposure to both IT and engineering recruitment (agency or in-house).
- Established network of IT and/or engineering professionals a strong plus.
Contracts Coordinator
The Contracts Coordinator is responsible for providing administrative and operational support in the preparation, review, and maintenance of mechanical service agreements. This role ensures contract compliance, accurate documentation, and efficient processing in accordance with company policies and client requirements. This role ensures contract compliance, accurate documentation, and efficient processing in accordance with company policies and client requirements. This role ensures that contracts are accurately entered, organized, and updated while supporting internal teams and customers throughout the contract lifecycle. The Contracts Specialist helps maintain compliance, improve efficiency, and provides excellent service to both internal and external partners.
Principal Duties and Accountabilities:
- Assists with the setup, renewal, and management of preventive maintenance contracts within company systems.
- Reviews contract details to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency prior to activation.
- Updates and maintains records for contract terms, rates, inspection schedules, and billing information.
- Monitors active service agreements to verify inspections, renewals, and invoicing occur on schedule.
- Maintains well-organized and current electronic and physical contract files.
- Assists with monthly preventive maintenance contract billings and related documentation.
- Prepares and distributes reports and summaries to support contract management activities.
- Communicates with internal departments and customers to clarify contract terms, resolve issues, and ensure service accuracy.
- Supports process improvements and contributes ideas to streamline contract administration and tracking.
- Provides general administrative and coordination support to the contracts and service operations team.
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience:
- Prior experience with contract administration is preferred but not required.
- Prior experience working with a contracts administrative system preferred.
- Mechanical Service Industry experience a plus.
- Familiarity with mechanical service offerings, pricing structures, and maintenance requirements.
- Experience drafting, reviewing, and analyzing service agreements, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with customer requirements.
- Experience identifying potential contractual risks, resolving issues, and proposing necessary amendments or modifications.
- Experience with MS Access database preferred.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- In-depth understanding of contract management principles and practices, including contract administration, interpretation, and negotiation.
- Knowledge of document requirements relevant to preventive maintenance contracts.
- Meticulous attention to detail in contract review and administration to identify and rectify errors, discrepancies, or ambiguities. Ensuring accuracy and adherence to contract terms and conditions.
- Working knowledge of computer operations and experience with accounting systems and other relevant tools.
- Excellent customer service, relationship building, and professional communication skills.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and excel in a fast-paced work environment that includes frequent interruptions.
- Innovation mindset – able to identify and make recommendations regarding department efficiencies.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities to identify and resolve contract related issues, assess financial and operational implications, and propose effective solutions.
- Focus on delivering results and meeting deadlines – demonstrates sense of urgency as required.
- Proficiency in using contract management software, databases, and other relevant tools for efficient contract administration and reporting.
- Customer focused mindset with a commitment to delivering exceptional service both internally and externally.
Physical and/or travel demands:
The role of the Contracts Coordinator encompasses both physical and mental demands that contribute to the successful execution of contract administration. It requires a balance of administrative tasks, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills.
- No travel required.
- Able to work comfortably in an office environment, which may involve sitting for extended periods, utilizing computer systems, and handling paperwork.
- Work is performed in a typical office setting, which may involve sitting for extended periods at a desk. Some standing, bending, and lifting light files is required.
- Ability to operate office equipment, such as computers, printers, scanners, and telephones is essential.
- While the role is primarily sedentary, occasional mobility within the office or to other departments for collaboration purposes may be required.
- Handling physical documentation, contracts, and other paperwork may be necessary, requiring good manual dexterity.
- High level of attention to detail to review contracts thoroughly, identify potential risks, and ensure accuracy in contract administration.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple contracts concurrently is crucial to success in this role.
- The ability to manage stress and remain composed under pressure is important.
- Verbal communication skills are essential for interacting with customers, vendors, and internal teams to administer contracts, clarify terms, and resolve issues.
- Written communication skills are necessary for drafting contracts, preparing correspondence, and documenting contract-related information.
Benefits and Compensation:
- The range for this position has been established at $24 to $34 per hour and is U.S. Engineering - Service's good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of the posting. The compensation offered to the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. Compensation for this role includes a base salary complemented by commission opportunities based on the Account Manager’s individual sales performance and attainment of sales targets
- Your total compensation will go beyond the number on your paycheck. Team members are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance as well as paid time off. An industry-leading benefits package, including health, dental, and vision plans, matching retirement contributions, and matching 529 contributions all add to your bottom line.
This position will be posted until April, 30th 2026. To apply, please visit must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.
U.S. Engineering- Service is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and shall provide equal employment opportunities to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
U.S. Engineering - Service is compliant with the Drug Free Workplace Act, and all offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and job specifications required of employees so classified. U.S. Engineering reserves the right to revise as needed. The job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Director of HR Operations & Total Rewards
The Director of HR Operations & Total Rewards serves as a strategic and operational leader responsible for optimizing the organization’s HR infrastructure and advancing a comprehensive, competitive total rewards philosophy. This role directs all aspects of HR operations, including compensation, benefits, HRIS, analytics, and policy administration, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, compliance standards, and a culture of equity, engagement, and excellence.
Principal Duties and Accountabilities:
- Develop and execute the HR operations and total rewards strategy to align with organizational goals and drive a consistent, high-quality team member experience.
- Design, implement, and govern compensation programs and pay structures that are equitable, performance-based, and market-competitive.
- Lead the administration and continuous improvement of employee benefits programs that enhance well-being, engagement, and retention while balancing cost and competitiveness.
- Oversee HR technology systems; partner with Information Technology, Finance, and Payroll to ensure integration, automation, data accuracy, and ease of use across HRIS and related platforms.
- Establish and maintain robust HR analytics, dashboards, and reporting tools that inform leadership decisions and measure organizational health and people outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations by developing and maintaining policies, procedures, and audit practices that mitigate risk and promote consistency.
- In partnership with the HR leadership team, oversee the preparation, submission and maintenance of EEO-1 and Affirmative Action plan reporting.
- Oversee leave of absence programs and other regulatory processes to ensure legal compliance, operational efficiency, and a supportive team member experience.
- Evaluate, select, and manage relationships with vendors, brokers, and consultants to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Lead process improvement initiatives that streamline HR operations, leverage technology, and advance standardization and scalability across the enterprise.
- Develop and implement communication and change management strategies that promote understanding and engagement in HR programs and initiatives.
- Participates in the development of departmental budgets and is accountable to budgetary expectations.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required.
- Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration (MBA), Organizational Development, or a related discipline preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in Human Resources, including at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing HR operations, compensation, benefits, or HR systems.
- Demonstrated experience designing and managing total rewards programs (compensation, benefits, recognition, and wellness).
- Proven success implementing or optimizing HR information systems and leveraging HR analytics for business insight.
- Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws, compliance, and HR governance practices.
- Experience leading cross-functional HR projects and driving process optimization or automation initiatives.
- Professional certification(s) such as SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CCP (Certified Compensation Professional), or CEBS (Certified Employee Benefit Specialist) preferred.
- Industry experience within construction or manufacturing industries helpful.
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Extensive and comprehensive knowledge of Human Resources principles, best practices, and regulatory requirements, with particular depth in total rewards, HR operations, and compliance.
- Proven expertise in the design, implementation, and administration of total rewards programs—including compensation frameworks, incentive plans, and benefits strategies—that align with organizational goals.
- Advanced proficiency in HR Information Systems (HRIS), data analytics, and reporting, with the ability to leverage technology and insights to drive strategic and operational decisions.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to frame complex issues, interpret data, and develop practical, high-impact solutions.
- Demonstrated strength in project management—planning, resourcing, and executing concurrent initiatives that deliver measurable outcomes on time and within budget.
- Effective leadership capability, fostering high-performing teams through coaching, accountability, and continuous professional development.
- Exceptional relationship-building and collaboration skills, with the ability to partner effectively across business functions and influence at all organizational levels.
- Strategic agility and adaptability; able to navigate organizational change, manage competing priorities, and sustain performance through periods of transformation.
- Strong business and financial acumen with a continuous improvement mindset and commitment to operational excellence.
- Influential change leader who drives innovation, champions inclusion and equity, and enhances the team member experience through HR operational excellence.
Physical and/or Travel demands:
- Infrequent travel between company regional offices, and to other potential project sites, will be required.
- Requires frequent sitting, keyboarding, use of monitor and telephone.
Benefits and Compensation:
- The range for this position has been established at $142,000 to $200,000 per year and is U.S. Engineering’s good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of the posting. The compensation offered to the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.
- Your total compensation will go beyond the number on your paycheck. Team members are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance as well as paid time off. An industry-leading benefits package including health, dental, and vision plans, matching retirement contributions, and matching 529 contributions all add to your bottom line.
This position will be posted until April 30th, 2026. To apply, please visit must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.
U.S. Engineering is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and shall provide equal employment opportunities to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
U.S. Engineering is compliant with the Drug Free Workplace Act, and all offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and job specifications required of employees so classified. U.S. Engineering Service reserves the right to revise as needed. The job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
When you join BW Design Group as a Project Manager, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will work with a team of industry experts to help the world's leading companies solve their most difficult problems. You will join our Packaging Engineering Practice and partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy.
As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the design, integration, installation, and start-up of packaging lines for food and beverage industries. As a PM you will provide engineering leadership experience and a solid working understanding of process, utility, packaging systems, drafting (CAD), controls, equipment procurement, installation, training, and start-up. Qualified candidates will have a proven track record delivering projects on budget & schedule, managing complex scopes, managing client interaction & expectations, supervising contractors and being able to identify & help develop new business opportunities.
The vision for this role is to support machine safety projects across all markets that BW Design Group supports. We have an established Machine Safety Program that can deliver a complete machine safety solution for our clients. Our solution can include all aspects of a safety life cycle including assessments, safety standard/specification creation, detailed safety design, safety hardware procurement, safety circuit verification, mechanical guarding, implementation/integration, contractor management, project management and safety validation.
Responsibilities:
- Be accountable for all aspects of project execution including line layout, vendor/contractor management, equipment procurement, schedule management, project finances, site management and installation support.
- Define the required scope of supply for machine safety compliance and implement safety life cycle solutions from risk assessments through installation and safety validation.
- Lead the packaging line design, integration, installation and start-up of capital projects, including estimation, justification, budget, schedule, design, implementation, acquisition, installation, start-up, troubleshooting, and documentation.
- Develop equipment design and specifications, design of equipment support systems, and bid analyses.
- Lead communications with vendors (OEM's) and contractors to implement automation solutions.
- Provide engineering solutions for continuous improvement objectives using industry standard tools and procedures (Change Control, ROI, etc).
- Evaluate existing packaging operations, and suggest and drive projects to provide immediate ROI and improve productivity.
- Identify and specify required tooling and/or packaging equipment for projects within designated timelines.
- Develop, maintain and grow solid client relationships.
What You'll Bring:
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent technical degree
- Minimum 7 years of project engineering/management experience with packaging systems and/or manufacturing automation applications.
- Experience in the food, beverage, household products or personal care industries strongly preferred.
- Experience in supporting and/or implementing machine safety solutions preferred. That experience can come from supporting projects/programs or through completing industry recognized machine safety certifications (i.e. CMSE - Certified Machinery Safety Expert, FS Technician / Engineer (TV Rheinland) Machinery).
- Excellent engineering and leadership skills as well as the ability to simultaneously organize, and successfully execute multiple project responsibilities.
- Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact within both engineering and operational environments with both clients, and suppliers.
- Ability to develop, maintain and grow solid client relationships.
- Willing and able to travel as necessary for project requirements to include but not be limited to: project installation and start-up activities, client meetings, company sponsored meetings, trainings, industry related seminars, forums, or conventions, etc.
Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path. As a Project Manager, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world-class engineer and a highly effective leader.
Feel like you're on the path to becoming a Project Manager but you're not quite there yet? We'd love to connect with you to see if we can take you from where you are today and grow you into a Design Group Engineering Consultant.
Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.
Company: Design Group
Manufacturing Plant Manager – Job Description (Including Drafting & Manufacturing Oversight)
Position Summary
The Manufacturing Plant Manager oversees day-to-day plant operations—including production, drafting/design coordination, quality control, safety, and workforce management—to ensure efficient and cost-effective manufacturing. This role serves as the bridge between engineering/drafting teams and the manufacturing floor, ensuring product designs are accurately translated into production.
Key Responsibilities
1. Production & Operations Management
- Plan, direct, and coordinate daily manufacturing activities to meet production schedules and delivery deadlines.
- Optimize workflow, labor allocation, and equipment utilization for maximum efficiency.
- Monitor KPIs such as throughput, downtime, scrap, and productivity.
2. Drafting & Engineering Collaboration
- Work closely with the drafting/engineering team to review technical drawings, blueprints, and product specifications.
- Ensure drafted designs are feasible for manufacturing and aligned with plant capabilities.
- Approve or request revisions on engineering drawings before releasing them to production.
- Translate engineering requirements into clear instructions for production staff.
3. Quality Assurance
- Maintain and enforce quality standards according to company and regulatory requirements.
- Investigate quality issues and coordinate corrective actions.
- Ensure product designs are executed accurately and match engineering specifications.
- Oversee inspection processes and documentation.
4. Safety & Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with OSHA or other relevant safety regulations.
- Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and employee training.
- Promote a strong safety culture across the plant.
5. Team Leadership & Development
- Manage, train, and evaluate production supervisors, operators, and support staff.
- Foster accountability, teamwork, and a positive work environment.
- Lead performance evaluations and succession planning.
6. Resource & Budget Management
- Oversee procurement of materials, equipment, and tools.
- Manage plant budgets, cost control, and operational expenditures.
- Coordinate maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
7. Process Improvement & Technology Integration
- Recommend and implement new manufacturing technologies and automation solutions.
- Improve drafting-to-production workflows using software tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.).
- Standardize procedures for drawing management and change control.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (preferred).
- 5–10+ years of manufacturing experience; 3+ years in a supervisory or management role.
- Strong understanding of drafting principles, engineering drawings, and GD&T.
- Experience with Lean manufacturing, process optimization, and continuous improvement.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a specialized manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.
- Certifications such as Six Sigma Green/Black Belt or PMP.
Key Competencies
- Technical drawing and blueprint interpretation
- Production planning and scheduling
- Staff leadership and conflict resolution
- Quality and safety management
- Data-driven decision making
- Cross-departmental communication
This is a fulltime permanent job
Client job Title : Senior Automation & Controls Engineer - Food & Beverage
Salary range : 90k to 120k per year (negotiable for right candidate)
Senior Automation & Controls Engineer - Food & Beverage Qualifications
Bachelor Degree in Controls, Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 7 years electrical engineering experience
- EPC project and Automation 7 Controls experience preferred
- Master Degree in Electrical Engineering and 6 years electrical engineering experience
- EPC project experience preferred
- Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures
- Strong knowledge of electrical equipment design ANSI and IEEE Standards. Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members
- Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills
- Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications
- Ability to travel. accredited program
- Must have or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)
- Professional Engineer (PE) License Preferred
- This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignment
- Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered
- Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications
- Knowledge of applicable design standards covering Automation & Controls Design/Engineering such as NFPA, ISA, IEC, IEEE, ISA/IEC 61511, ISO13849, UL508A
- Experienced with variety of control and safety systems (PLC, SCADA, SIS, BMS, DCS)
- Experience in Rockwell and Siemens PLC platform. Experience in GE, Modicon, Opto22, Mitsubishi, and Triconex PLC platforms a plus
- SCADA experience with Factory Talk and Wonderware local and distributed systems, Ignition Software is a plus
- MES Design and Implementation Experience a Plus, PTC ThingWorx, Ignition/Sepasoft, Parsec TrakSYS
- Machine safety risk assessment and required PL design compliance to ISO13849 is a plus
- Process safety SIF/SIS design compliance to ISA/IEC 61511 is a plus
- Experience with PlantPAX and PackML is preferred
- Familiarity with tools like SISTEMA, CCW, IAB, BatchSIM, and PlantSIM is desired
Position Overview
Marlen, headquartered in Riverside, MO is a global leader in premium food processing technologies. Marlen’s products have long set the standard for quality and performance in vacuum stuffing and pumping, portioning, size reduction, thermal processing, and food handling. Marlen has been trusted by the world’s leading food brands for over 70 years.
The Director of Lifecycle Services is a strategic, commercially focused executive responsible for transforming aftermarket performance into a scalable, customer centric, and highly profitable growth engine. This role is accountable for the financial performance, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and team development
ensuring that aftermarket becomes a core driver of profitable growth.
As a key member of both the Duravant Lifecycle Services leadership team and the Marlen leadership team, the Director plays a pivotal role in driving aftermarket strategy, market expansion, revenue diversification, and aligning execution across engineering, operations, sales, finance, and the Duravant enterprise.
This position oversees all commercial activities related to parts and service sales and directs all technical and administrative service operations, including installation, repair, preventive maintenance, training, warranty management, and value-add solutions delivered at customer sites.
Candidates must bring proven leadership experience, strong supervisory and project management skills, and solid familiarity with the technologies incorporated into Marlen systems.
Essential Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Commercial Growth
- Provide commercial leadership for all aftermarket functions, including parts sales, field service, project management, and value-added service offerings.
- Serve as a senior leader within both the Duravant Lifecycle Services and Marlen leadership teams, contributing to executive-level strategic planning and decision-making.
- Develop and execute a multi‑year aftermarket growth strategy centered on revenue expansion, margin improvement, and lifecycle value creation.
- Build a structured commercial engine including pricing strategy, disciplined margin management, and proactive campaigns for parts, service, upgrades, and rebuilds.
- Establish a customer‑centric vision that enhances responsiveness, lifecycle support, serviceability, and uptime performance.
- Lead development of new predictable revenue service offerings while conducting ongoing competitive and market analysis to guide prioritization and ensure strategic fit.
Execution Discipline & Operational Excellence
- Oversee recruitment, development, performance management, and daily operations for the Aftermarket team, ensuring adherence to Marlen and Duravant policies and procedures.
- Draft, implement, and maintain policies, processes, and performance metrics that ensure operational efficiency and a high-quality customer experience.
- Implement rigor in initiative prioritization and completion, ensuring that strategic projects are launched, progressed, monitored, and finished.
- Build and enforce disciplined processes for scheduling, installed‑base intelligence, pricing, quoting, field reporting, and KPI review.
- Improve operational results including response time, schedule adherence, first‑time fix rate, warranty cost reduction, and service profitability.
- Reinforce compliance expectations: training completion, expense reporting, AR review participation, and activity.
Product & Market Development
- Drive a culture of proactive customer engagement, rapid issue resolution, and full follow‑through
- Strengthen feedback loops to capture field learnings and translate them into engineering, quality, and product‑improvement actions.
- Partner with Sales and Marketing to build integrated go‑to‑market strategies that highlight Marlen’s lifecycle value.
Commercial Growth & Market Positioning
- Direct and coordinate promotional efforts for aftermarket products and services to expand market share, attract new customers, and strengthen competitive positioning.
- Strengthen feedback loops to capture field learnings and translate them into engineering, quality, and product‑improvement actions
- Partner with Sales and Marketing to build integrated go‑to‑market strategies that highlight Marlen’s lifecycle value.
Cross‑Functional Influence & Alignment
- Serve as the voice of the customer by facilitating cross‑functional alignment between engineering, operations, service, quality, and finance.
- Drive clear communication, transparency, and accountability to eliminate silos and build trust across the leadership team.
- Engage actively in Duravant Lifecycle Services enterprise initiatives and share best practices.
Leadership, Team Development & Culture
- Build a high‑engagement, high‑accountability service culture with clearer priorities, transparent communication, and consistent follow‑through.
- Create structured development plans, cross‑training programs, and succession readiness.
- Reduce turnover by improving leadership presence, clarity of direction, and proactive team support.
- Model mature conflict resolution, professional communication, and responsibility for resolving team issues
Position-Specific Competencies
- Technical Job Knowledge
- Strategic Commercial Leadership
- Customer Focus & Responsiveness
- Change Leadership, Execution Excellence & Prioritization
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Facilitation Skills
- Communication Proficiency
- Teamwork, Collaboration, Leadership Presence & Trust Building
- Managerial Influence
- Comfort Working in a Matrixed Organization
- Data driven decision making
Position Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline; MBA preferred
- 10+ years of leadership experience with proven aftermarket commercial growth results
- Experience in food processing, or field service industries preferred
- Demonstrated success creating scalable processes and improving service profitability.
- Strong track record of improving customer‑experience metrics.
- Proven ability to lead organizational change and engage cross‑functional teams
- Strong financial acumen and accountability for P&L performance
- Ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels and with customers, partners, and Duravant Operating Companies
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Proven ability to influence, build consensus, and drive alignment across stakeholders
- Proficiency with Office 365, CRM, and ERP systems
Mechanical Estimator, Mission Critical (AFG)
Location: Kansas City, MO, US, 64106 Tempe, AZ, US, 85281 Atlanta, GA, US, 30339 Omaha, NE, US, 68118 Austin, TX, US, 78704 Beaverton, OR, US, 97008
Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn’s success.
By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and letting them share in the company’s rewards, we’ve found a sustainable way to grow in our industry for the last 100+ years.
Our diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places everyday, and we need inspired people like you to join us in our pursuit of building perfection.
JE Dunn’s Advanced Facilities Group (AFG) combines Mission Critical, Advanced Industries, and Industrial & Manufacturing into one high-performing team focused on cutting-edge work to serve innovative clients on large Industrial & Manufacturing, Data Center, and Semiconductor projects. As part of the Advanced Facilities team, you'll work on some of the most advanced construction projects across the country, growing your career alongside our diverse team of industry professionals.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Mechanical Estimator will complete increasingly complex mechanical and field construction activities. This position will be responsible for collecting and assembling data, developing estimates and generating systems and bid analysis. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.
ESTIMATOR FAMILY – CORE
- Learns and actively participates in all aspects of the company’s safety and quality plans and culture by demonstrating commitment to an injury-free environment through individual actions and mentoring others.
- Completes entry level and routine mechanical and field construction activities.
- Learns how to develop budgetary M/E estimates, based upon program and schematic design information using automated M/E estimating system.
- Assists in the review of mechanical options as part of the preconstruction process and completes systems analysis for select projects.
- Learns to develop the mechanical scopes of work used to coordinate during the bid process.
- Assists in the completion of bid analysis and provides input during the subcontractor selection process.
- Assists in developing sequencing requirements of various systems and providing solutions to meet the schedule requirements.
- Gains knowledge of design documents in order to identify potential quality problems to assist in developing constructability review reports.
- Learns to perform job inspections to ensure specifications and expectations are met and work is completed in a quality and timely manner.
- Learns and assists with the shop drawing/submittal process to comply with the contract documents.
- Assists with the commissioning process including developing pre-functional checklists, functional testing procedures and actual functional testing.
- Leads, supports and promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion within JE Dunn. Understands JE Dunn’s policy of non-discrimination and ensures positive, proactive implementation throughout the organization.
In addition, this position will be responsible for the following:
- Completes increasingly complex mechanical and field construction activities.
- Develops budgetary M/E estimates, based upon program and schematic design information.
- Reviews mechanical options, completes systems analysis, recommends best system for the project and provides value engineering suggestions.
- Coordinates the mechanical and electrical scopes of work during the bid process.
- Develops sequencing requirements of various systems and provides solutions to meet the schedule requirements. Provides scheduling input during projects.
- Reviews design documents and identifies potential quality problems. Helps develop quality control programs.
- Performs job inspections at various times in the project to ensure specifications and expectations are met and work is completed in a quality manner.
- Develops pre-functional checklists and functional testing procedures. Verifies contractor’s performance of functional test.
- Reviews and approves shop drawings prior to submitting to design team.
- Generates and issues the Commissioning Plan for approval to the appropriate parties.
- Verifies deficiencies are corrected and submits commissioning documentation to owners.
- Provides mentoring to less experienced co-workers.
- Creates M/E tools and innovative solutions to continuously improve processes and work products.
- Leads, supports and promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion within JE Dunn. Understands JE Dunn’s policy of non-discrimination and ensures positive, proactive implementation throughout the organization.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.
- Communication skills, verbal and written (Intermediate).
- Proficiency in MS Office (Intermediate).
- Ability to read and understand plans, drawings and specifications.
- Develops proficiency in basic JE Dunn construction M/E tools and software.
- Knowledge of means and methods of construction management.
- Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, architectural engineering or related field (Required).
- In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
EXPERIENCE
- 5+ years construction and/or engineering experience (Preferred).
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
- Valid and unrestricted drivers license required
BENEFITS INFORMATION
The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union. Click here for benefits details.
This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.
JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to
JE Dunn Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of JE Dunn Construction without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of JE Dunn Construction Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.
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Post-Service Opportunities
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Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Information Professional Officers can advance their education by:
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Postgraduate education is important to the success of the Information Professional. Most IPs will complete a master's degree in C4I, space, information systems, computer science or modeling and simulation.
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All candidates must also be: U.S. citizens, willing to serve worldwide, eligible for a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance and qualified for sea duty.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.
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There are part-time opportunities available as an Information Professional Officer.
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For current or former Navy Officers (NAVET): Prior experience satisfies the initial leadership training requirement - so you will not need to go through Officer Training again.
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