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Travel Project Engineer
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employment Status: Full-time Regular
Job Summary
The Travel Project Engineer supports E. Smith Contractors field and project management teams across multiple job sites, ensuring effective coordination, documentation control, schedule alignment, and on‑site project execution. This role acts as a key liaison between architects, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams while ensuring all work adheres to contract documents, specifications, and project standards. The ideal candidate is highly organized, communication‑driven, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, travel‑intensive environment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Project Coordination & Communication
- Serve as a primary liaison with Architects, Subcontractors, Consultants, Suppliers, Inspectors, staff, and Owner Representatives to resolve issues related to plans, specifications, and construction execution.
- Oversee and interpret contract drawings, design documents, and subcontractor information, ensuring alignment with project estimates and scope.
- Schedule and lead subcontractor coordination meetings, preconstruction meetings, and submittal review meetings.
Document Control: Submittals, RFIs & Specifications
- Manage all Submittals and Shop Drawings, ensuring they conform to contract requirements and are reviewed, approved, and distributed on time.
- Prepare, process, and track RFIs, ensuring timely resolution and proper documentation for field teams.
- Identify and resolve conflicts between design documents, specifications, and subcontractor scopes.
Budget, Cost Control & Change Management
- Assist in managing the project budget and tracking expenditures related to assigned scopes.
- Prepare and negotiate Change Orders, including independent analyses, subcontractor estimate reviews, and securing approvals from owners and architects.
- Maintain and update logs for Change Orders, labor, safety, quality control, and general conditions.
Field & Travel Responsibilities
- Travel regularly to project sites to support field teams with coordination, documentation, issue resolution, and schedule updates.
- Monitor onsite progress, material deliveries, and inventory control to ensure alignment with schedule and project needs.
- Assist with field problem‑solving and communication of design clarifications.
Project Closeout
- Lead and coordinate all closeout activities including:
- Final RFIs
- Warranty documentation
- As‑built drawings
- O&M manuals
- Attic stock and spare parts
- Punch list tracking
- Ensure all closeout deliverables meet contract requirements and are submitted in a timely manner.
Team Leadership & Support
- Supervise and mentor Assistant Engineers, Engineering Assistants, Plan Clerks, and Interns, providing guidance and input for performance reviews.
- Prepare Scopes of Work for subcontracted trades to ensure clarity and alignment before procurement.
Reporting & Technology
- Develop and maintain reports such as labor tracking, safety logs, QC logs, CO logs, and progress tracking.
- Utilize Procore, Microsoft Office Suite, and other project tools for documentation and reporting.
- Support the use of BIM, LEAN, and other modern construction technologies to enhance project execution.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 3+ years of experience in a project engineer or similar construction role.
- Proficient with Procore, Microsoft Office Suite, and construction documentation workflows.
- Strong understanding of Submittals, RFIs, Scheduling, Inventory Control, and project coordination.
- Ability to read, understand, and interpret contract documents, drawings, specs, scopes of work, and schedules.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership, team collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability and willingness to travel frequently to support projects across various locations.
At E Smith Contractors, we believe our people are our greatest strength. Our benefits package is designed to support your well‑being, reward your hard work, and help you thrive both personally and professionally. Team members enjoy comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with paid time off to recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance. For roles requiring travel, E. Smith Contractors provides a travel stipend to ensure comfort and convenience while supporting our projects across various locations.
We are committed to investing in our employees with opportunities for professional development, ongoing training, and long‑term career growth. At E. Smith Contractors, you’re not just joining a company you’re joining a team that values your contributions and supports your success every step of the way.
Mechanical Commissioning Agent II
Location:
Remote
Job Id:
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# of Openings:
1
TITLE: Mechanical Commissioning Agent II
LOCATION: Abilene, TX
POSITION SUMMMARY: The Data Center Mechanical Commissioning Agent II executes commissioning of data center critical systems including generators, CRAC, roof top AHUs, humidifier, pre-action and wet sprinkler systems, chillers, cooling towers, chill water pumps, exhaust fans and digital electrical distribution equipment. This person is responsible for conducting reviews of client design packages, monitoring, and analyzing FAT and First of Kind equipment Level 3 tests and developing O&M documentation to serve as a reference for data center mechanical equipment. The Data Center Commissioning Engineer is critical in the company's continued success and growth by ensuring that testing has been executed and the client's data centers operate at maximum operational efficiency.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Manage projects, plans, provide and gather specifications, and execute assignments in a multidisciplinary engineering Commissioning role for large facility projects.
- The commissioning experts adhere to a thorough quality management/QC process and procedures.
- Participate in daily commissioning activity meetings which services include: Equipment pre-start-up and start-up procedures; Development of standard operating procedures (SOP's) and Methods of Procedures (MOPs); Comprehensive Commissioning documentation.
- Prepare commissioning test procedures and reports; Develop and maintain commissioning logs, equipment checklist, and other tools to track commissioning projects; Write comprehensive reports which include the following sections: recommendations for optimizing building operations, functional checklists, list of deficiencies, equipment operation and maintenance manuals.
- Review design criteria, specifications, drawings, equipment submittals, and other documentation pertinent to commissioning.
- Integrated system testing; Load Bank Testing; Compilation of all testing procedure results.
- Develop and administer functional tests for various systems, such as: electrical distribution systems, UPS, standby generators, etc.
- System Assembly; Commission plan preparation; Follow company QC process and procedures.
- Help lead and manage any external resources; Schedule and direct periodic commissioning meetings; Attend construction and coordination meetings if required for the project.
- Interface with clients, contractors, equipment vendors and owners' agents as needed; Execute project assignments; Interface with project contractors, vendors, and testing technicians; Interact with all facets of the company: engineering, design, etc.
- Verify results of test reports
- Assist with field troubleshooting of commissioned equipment as needed.
- Must be US citizen
- Must be able to travel approximately 50% of time
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience (Desired):
- Bachelor's / Associates Degree in engineering a plus or comparable experience
- 3-5 experience in the Engineering Field
- A/E experience working in complex facilities or mission critical projects a big plus
- Previous Data Center / Mission Critical experience a must
- Electrical equipment testing experience in a Critical Facilities / facility environment
- Experience with IEEE/ASHRAE procedures and protocols a plus
- Possess basic knowledge of systems design for various projects
Computer Skills:
- Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Microsoft Project
Certificates and Licenses:
- No Certificates or licenses required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- No supervisory responsibilities with this position
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; Standing and walking is required. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
CPG is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all employment applicants without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Pay Range: $74,851 - $112,222 per year
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About Us
Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.
The Role We Want You For
As a Project Cost Engineer, you will assist in the development and management of the project financial strategy. You will be working directly with the project management team to manage the project budget, costs, change orders, pricing requests, billings, and forecasts. You will be responsible for generating and maintaining reports that provide information to different groups, work with the management team to identify variances, risks and maintain quality control processes to improve project cost procedures and ensuring conformity with management's strategy.
The Specifics of the Role
- Works with all project disciplines to ensure understanding of total project cost budget allowances and targets.
- Review project documents and specifications to accurately identify, develop and track request of change orders (owner and subcontractor related), baseline estimates, potential risk exposures while communicating potential impacts to the financial targets, schedule, and overall project management process.
- Works closely with the accounting department to ensure the correct integration of all information needed to ensure accuracy in billings, payment applications, change orders, direct cost, labor cost, etc.
- Works closely with the project management team, executive management personnel, subcontractors, as well as occasional contact with clients.
- Responsible for cost engineering, cost estimation, cost analysis, and control activities for projects with significant non-routine requirements or for proposal estimating activities which require a moderate degree of technical skill and experience.
- Ensuring quality, accuracy, consistency, spend profile, performing change management, and transparency in all cost management deliverables.
- Take ownership of the cost control function and ensure integrity of the cost and forecast reporting.
Requirements
- Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or Construction Management, or related degree.
- 0-3 years of Project Cost experience.
- Preferred 1 year of experience in the construction industry.
- Knowledge of project development stages, procurement, project controls, and construction execution practices is required.
- Working knowledge of applicable computer software such as PMWeb or similar project portfolio management software, DataServ, Excel, JD Edwards, or related software programs.
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Results oriented and deliver on customer commitments.
Some Things You Should Know
- Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
- No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
- We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
- The pace is fast!
- This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.
Why Clayco?
- 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
- 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
- 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
- 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
- 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3).
Benefits
- Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!
Compensation
- The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
We offer competitive pay, training and growth opportunities and a positive work environment.
Main Duties & Responsibilities: Follow proper testing & diagnostic procedures to accurately solve vehicle issues Maintain a clean, safe working environment Perform basic auto care and maintenance tasks such as oil changes, fluid level checks, and tire rotation Perform emissions inspections, safety checks and similar state-regulated vehicle examinations Test the functionality of parts and systems Repair brake and steering systems Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic systems Replace or repair transmissions and fuel components as needed Repair cooling components and systems including air conditioners and engine cooling Complete tire changing, balancing, and installation Prepared to get additional certification as needed Willingness to learn with hands-on training Communicate effectively with Service Advisor about vehicle status and required parts and labor Explain automotive repairs and issues to non-technical employees and customers as needed Uphold the culture and values of our independently owned shop.
Qualifications: Possess a valid state driver’s license for conducting test drives High school diploma or equivalent education, advanced technical education preferred Possession of or ability to obtain ASE certification Strong written and verbal communication skills Analytical skills Coordination and physical stamina When you join the team at your local, independently owned TechNet Professional Service Center, you’ll be working with a shop that takes pride in what they do.
A local shop in your community, backed by the support of a Nationwide network.
That is just part of what sets a TechNet Automotive Service Center apart from the rest.
Come join #TechNetNation!
We offer competitive pay, training and growth opportunities and a positive work environment.
Main Duties & Responsibilities: Follow proper testing & diagnostic procedures to accurately solve vehicle issues Maintain a clean, safe working environment Perform basic auto care and maintenance tasks such as oil changes, fluid level checks, and tire rotation Perform emissions inspections, safety checks and similar state-regulated vehicle examinations Test the functionality of parts and systems Repair brake and steering systems Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic systems Replace or repair transmissions and fuel components as needed Repair cooling components and systems including air conditioners and engine cooling Complete tire changing, balancing, and installation Prepared to get additional certification as needed Willingness to learn with hands-on training Communicate effectively with Service Advisor about vehicle status and required parts and labor Explain automotive repairs and issues to non-technical employees and customers as needed Uphold the culture and values of our independently owned shop.
Qualifications: Possess a valid state driver’s license for conducting test drives High school diploma or equivalent education, advanced technical education preferred Possession of or ability to obtain ASE certification Strong written and verbal communication skills Analytical skills Coordination and physical stamina Auto Technician
- Compensation / Salary (Hourly or Annual):NA When you join the team at your local, independently owned TechNet Professional Service Center, you’ll be working with a shop that takes pride in what they do.
A local shop in your community, backed by the support of a Nationwide network.
That is just part of what sets a TechNet Automotive Service Center apart from the rest.
Come join #TechNetNation!
Supervisor - Make Ready Power Design (Remote)
(Remote) Company HQ: Ohio
Are you an experienced Power Utility Designer, Team Lead, or Supervisor? If you are open to joining a supportive, passionate team, we have an attractive opportunity for you!
Sigma Technologies is a growing engineering and design firm with over 500 team members across 30+ states. For more than 25 years, our work for the power and telecommunications industries has helped accelerate and fortify positive impact in communities across the country. Our core values — Safety, Honesty, Truth, and Decency — fuel our culture. We are TeamSigma™.
**To learn more about working at Sigma, view our video and career page.
**If you do not have the experience required for this role, please refer to our other open positions: **While we list our openings in multiple locations, you only need to apply to one as they are remote.
Please note: This position can work fully remotely, but new hires will be required to come to our main office located in Perrysburg, OH for an initial 2 week in-person paid orientation and training period.
Position Description: Project Supervisors are responsible for one or more of the following areas on a specific project/program: Functional Performance, Project Reporting, and/or Personnel Performance. Project Supervisors demonstrate technical expertise and leadership and should be familiar with the commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in electrical and/or civil engineering environments, preferably in the utility industry, and be able to rely on their experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Supervisors are expected to be able to recommend new and/or improvements to documentation and implement approved changes. While their focus is on the assigned project functions, the failure of their team/area to achieve objectives will impact overall project/program deadlines and results.
The Design Supervisor:
- Provides first-level leadership: Supervises and leads a team or functional activities daily
- Concurrently perform the work of those they supervise
- Provides support to key duties of the Project Manager / Project Engineer
- Assists in the process to review function/project procedures, specifications, and standards
- Works with Project Engineer to set priorities for a team to ensure task completion; coordinates work activities for team members.
- Provides cross-functional representation
- Mentor team members in professional development
- Responsible for performance management of team members
- Complete and deliver annual performance reviews for assigned staff
- Provides input on disciplinary actions
- Adapts management to changing conditions and supports associates affected by the change.
Requirements:
Education/Experience Requirements:
- EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associates degree or higher is preferred
- EXPERIENCE: 3+ years of experience in the Electric Utility Industry is required; previous experience as a supervisor/manager is strongly preferred
- Advanced field, drafting, and/or design knowledge
- Identified leadership skills
- Familiar with basic concepts, practices, and procedures used in general personnel management
- Strong technical knowledge, oral and written communication skills
- Ability to develop plans and organize work to ensure efforts are focused, resources are aligned, progress is monitored, and targets are met.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a team
- Basic financial management skills
- Ability to learn and operate customer-based proprietary software
- Is available during the “core” work hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time - evening and/or weekend work may be required as duties demand
- Willing and able to travel as needed, including overnight travel
- Dependable transportation and valid driver’s license and insurance
- Able to pass a background check/drug test/driving record check
- Authorized to work in the United States
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to endure frequent, lengthy periods of sedentary work and sit for prolonged periods of time, including sitting at a desk or driving in a vehicle.
- Must be able to utilize a computer keyboard, computer monitor, and telephone for prolonged periods of time.
- Must have the physical ability to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing notes, and viewing a computer terminal; these activities require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Must have the physical ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, often in a group setting.
- Must have the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication
WHAT WE OFFER: We want our Associates to stay healthy, happy, and secure! We offer you a positive work environment with supportive coworkers, managers, and leaders, plus:
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental and vision plans with up to 80% of the premium sponsored by Sigma
- 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 5% of salary
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
- Education and professional licensing assistance programs
This job advertisement should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of a job. The individual may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description. This advertisement does not constitute an employment agreement between Sigma and the employee and is subject to change by Sigma as the needs of the organization and/or the requirements of the function change. Pay is commensurate with experience and education. Sigma is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on an employee’s race, color, gender, sexual preference, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or any other classification protected by law.
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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Job Family: Mechanical Design Engineering
Organization: Data Center Infrastructure Team
Location: Remote* OR Austin, TX
*Requires up to 20% domestic and/or international travel (rare)
How will you make an impact?
The Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Data Center Infrastructure) is a technical leader responsible for the architecture, integration, and validation of advanced mechanical systems supporting hyperscale data center environments. This role requires deep expertise in liquid cooling technologies (single-phase and two-phase), hydronic system design, structural integration, and manufacturable rack-level infrastructure solutions.
This role is responsible for defining system performance requirements, developing technical specifications, selection and integration of critical components, and leading mechanical design from concept through production release. Responsibilities include wetted material selection, thermal and structural analysis, fastening strategies, component layout, and design for manufacturability. Partners cross-functionally to deliver reliable, scalable, and cost-effective Data Center Infrastructure solutions while advancing innovation in liquid cooling performance.
What will you do?
- Lead the end-to-end mechanical design and engineering of hyperscale Data Center Infrastructure (DCI) systems, including liquid-cooled rack assemblies, CDUs, manifolds, enclosures, structural frames, and associated hydronic piping systems.
- Serve as the technical authority for single-phase and two-phase liquid cooling architectures, including primary and secondary loop design, in-rack distribution, and system integration within hyperscale data center environments.
- Define and validate operational performance requirements for liquid-cooled infrastructure, including pressure ratings, hydrostatic limits, temperature ranges, flow rates and uniformity, thermal expansion, durability, and serviceability.
- Design, analyze, and validate machined components, welded fabrications, manifolds, and structural systems using advanced engineering principles, including stress analysis, finite element analysis (FEA), flow modeling, and structural load calculations to ensure mechanical integrity and code compliance.
- Lead wetted material selection and compatibility analysis for liquid cooling systems, including corrosion mitigation strategies, surface treatments, cleanliness standards, and long-term durability considerations.
- Develop and review CAD models and complete technical data packages using CREO, SolidWorks, or equivalent tools; ensure design accuracy, manufacturability, and system-level integration.
- Author and approve technical specifications for piping systems, rack-level cooling infrastructure, and hydronic components, including installation guidelines, maintenance procedures, testing requirements, and compliance with applicable standards (ASME, ISO).
- Establish and oversee validation protocols including hydrostatic pressure testing, leak detection and mitigation, flow resistance analysis, and corrosion verification to ensure regulatory compliance and operational reliability.
- Evaluate customer design proposals and technical specifications to assess feasibility, manufacturability, cost, and risk; provide recommendations to optimize performance and total cost of ownership.
- Lead cross-functional design reviews with electrical, thermal, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure full system integration and compliance with product specifications and applicable plumbing and hydronic codes.
- Optimize rack manifold design and manufacturing processes, including machining, welding, surface finishing, connection interfaces, venting and draining strategies, and flow path optimization to enhance performance and manufacturability.
- Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing assembly methods and tooling in collaboration with production teams and equipment vendors to improve quality, scalability, and cost efficiency.
- Lead root cause investigations for complex mechanical failures identified during validation or field deployment and implement corrective design improvements.
- Provide technical leadership in vendor qualification and management for mechanical components and liquid cooling subsystems.
- Identify and mitigate technical risks impacting performance, schedule, or cost, and contribute to R&D initiatives advancing liquid cooling technologies and system innovation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited university.
Experience:
- 8 years' experience in mechanical design and integration of mission-critical systems.
- Proven track record of successful system designs and implementations in a relevant industry
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, integration strategy, and system coordination
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to Energy Storage Systems and Data Center Infrastructure is preferred.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) License
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Power Distribution and Make Ready Designer
Overhead Utility Pole Design • Joint-Use Engineering • NESC-Compliant Make-Ready Work
Location: Tyler, TX (Remote)
Are you an experienced Power Distribution Designer or Make-Ready Designer looking to support meaningful utility engineering projects? Join a team that values accuracy, collaboration, and long-term professional growth.
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking skilled Make-Ready Designers (primary focus) and Power Distribution Designers to support engineering programs for major electric and telecom utilities. Ideal candidates bring demonstrated experience in overhead utility pole design, NESC application, clearance assessment, pole loading analysis, and construction package development. Useful design platforms include DDS, Katapult, O-Calc, GIS, MicroStation, AutoCAD, or client-specific drafting systems.
In this role, you will review field/walkout data, evaluate existing attachment conditions, model pole loading, determine make-ready requirements, and prepare accurate construction-ready deliverables. Applicants without utility pole design or distribution engineering experience will not be considered.
Note: This position is remote, but new hires must attend a 2-week paid, in-person orientation at our Perrysburg, OH headquarters.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
• Execute overhead distribution and make-ready design work orders while meeting quality, time, and budget expectations
• Apply established engineering design standards, NESC requirements, and internal processes
• Perform end-to-end make-ready, joint-use, and/or general distribution design
• Conduct permitting and easement research (pole ownership, ROW, property rights, approvals)
• Collaborate with team members to resolve design challenges and ensure accurate deliverables
• Use design software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, DDS, PoleForeman, O-Calc, Katapult, or client systems
• Perform quality control reviews when required
• Support additional duties as assigned
TOP COMPETENCIES & SKILLS
Make-Ready Engineering, Joint-Use Design, Pole Loading Analysis, Utility Pole Design, Overhead Distribution Design, NESC Compliance, Utility Engineering, Pole Attachments, Make-Ready Construction, Aerial Design, Utility Coordination, Right-of-Way Permitting, Pole Replacement Design, Make-Ready Estimates, Field Survey Interpretation, CAD for Utility Design, GIS for Utility Design, Electrical Distribution Design, Utility Construction Standards, Telecommunications Make-Ready
Requirements:
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree or higher in engineering, drafting, or a related field is preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience in make-ready engineering, joint-use design, or electric power distribution design (3+ years strongly preferred)
• Proven experience in utility pole design, including NESC application, clearance analysis, pole loading concepts, and preparation of construction-ready design packages
• Proficiency with CAD or MicroStation; experience with DDS, Katapult, O-Calc, or similar utility design platforms is strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of power distribution construction practices, with the ability to learn utility-specific proprietary systems efficiently
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, maintain active auto insurance, and pass all required background, drug, and MVR screenings
• Authorization to work in the United States is required
• Willingness to travel occasionally, including minimal overnight travel when project needs require
• Ability to work a standard Monday–Friday schedule aligned to Eastern Time, with Central/Mountain/Pacific adjustments as appropriate
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to work for extended periods using a computer keyboard, monitor, and telephone
• Ability to prepare and analyze data, review detailed information, and work with design tools requiring close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written channels
ABOUT SIGMA TECHNOLOGIES
Sigma Technologies is a growing engineering and design firm with 500+ team members across 30+ states. For over 25 years, we’ve supported major power and telecommunications utilities with work that directly impacts communities nationwide. Our core values — Safety, Honesty, Truth, and Decency — shape how we work and who we hire. We are TeamSigma™.
*To learn more about working at Sigma, view our video and career page.
* If you do not have Power Design experience, please refer to our other open positions: *While Designer openings are listed in multiple locations, you only need to apply to one, as they are remote roles.
WHAT WE OFFER
We want our Associates to stay healthy, happy, and secure. We offer a positive work environment with supportive coworkers, managers, and leaders, plus:
• No-cost monthly healthcare plan option for employees
• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with up to 80% of the premium sponsored by Sigma
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 5% of salary
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Education and professional licensing assistance programs
This job advertisement is intended to outline the primary responsibilities and requirements of the role. It is not all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. This ad does not constitute an employment agreement, and job requirements may change based on organizational needs.
Pay is commensurate with experience and education. Sigma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual preference, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or any classification protected by law.
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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Job Family: Mechanical Design Engineering
Organization: Data Center Infrastructure Team
Location: Remote* OR Austin, TX
*Requires up to 20% domestic and/or international travel (rare)
How will you make an impact?
The Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Data Center Infrastructure) is a technical leader responsible for the architecture, integration, and validation of advanced mechanical systems supporting hyperscale data center environments. This role requires deep expertise in liquid cooling technologies (single-phase and two-phase), hydronic system design, structural integration, and manufacturable rack-level infrastructure solutions.
This role is responsible for defining system performance requirements, developing technical specifications, selection and integration of critical components, and leading mechanical design from concept through production release. Responsibilities include wetted material selection, thermal and structural analysis, fastening strategies, component layout, and design for manufacturability. Partners cross-functionally to deliver reliable, scalable, and cost-effective Data Center Infrastructure solutions while advancing innovation in liquid cooling performance.
What will you do?
- Lead the end-to-end mechanical design and engineering of hyperscale Data Center Infrastructure (DCI) systems, including liquid-cooled rack assemblies, CDUs, manifolds, enclosures, structural frames, and associated hydronic piping systems.
- Serve as the technical authority for single-phase and two-phase liquid cooling architectures, including primary and secondary loop design, in-rack distribution, and system integration within hyperscale data center environments.
- Define and validate operational performance requirements for liquid-cooled infrastructure, including pressure ratings, hydrostatic limits, temperature ranges, flow rates and uniformity, thermal expansion, durability, and serviceability.
- Design, analyze, and validate machined components, welded fabrications, manifolds, and structural systems using advanced engineering principles, including stress analysis, finite element analysis (FEA), flow modeling, and structural load calculations to ensure mechanical integrity and code compliance.
- Lead wetted material selection and compatibility analysis for liquid cooling systems, including corrosion mitigation strategies, surface treatments, cleanliness standards, and long-term durability considerations.
- Develop and review CAD models and complete technical data packages using CREO, SolidWorks, or equivalent tools; ensure design accuracy, manufacturability, and system-level integration.
- Author and approve technical specifications for piping systems, rack-level cooling infrastructure, and hydronic components, including installation guidelines, maintenance procedures, testing requirements, and compliance with applicable standards (ASME, ISO).
- Establish and oversee validation protocols including hydrostatic pressure testing, leak detection and mitigation, flow resistance analysis, and corrosion verification to ensure regulatory compliance and operational reliability.
- Evaluate customer design proposals and technical specifications to assess feasibility, manufacturability, cost, and risk; provide recommendations to optimize performance and total cost of ownership.
- Lead cross-functional design reviews with electrical, thermal, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure full system integration and compliance with product specifications and applicable plumbing and hydronic codes.
- Optimize rack manifold design and manufacturing processes, including machining, welding, surface finishing, connection interfaces, venting and draining strategies, and flow path optimization to enhance performance and manufacturability.
- Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing assembly methods and tooling in collaboration with production teams and equipment vendors to improve quality, scalability, and cost efficiency.
- Lead root cause investigations for complex mechanical failures identified during validation or field deployment and implement corrective design improvements.
- Provide technical leadership in vendor qualification and management for mechanical components and liquid cooling subsystems.
- Identify and mitigate technical risks impacting performance, schedule, or cost, and contribute to R&D initiatives advancing liquid cooling technologies and system innovation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited university.
Experience:
- 8 years' experience in mechanical design and integration of mission-critical systems.
- Proven track record of successful system designs and implementations in a relevant industry
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, integration strategy, and system coordination
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to Energy Storage Systems and Data Center Infrastructure is preferred.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) License
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Under limited supervision designs, develops and maintains test procedures, tester hardware and software for electronic circuit board production.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Recruitment and Retention:
· Recruit and interview Process Technicians.
· Communicate criteria to recruiters for Process Technician position candidates.
· Coach technicians in the interviewing/hiring process.
· Monitor team member turnover; identify key factors that can be improved; make improvements.
Employee and Team Development:
· Identify individual and team strengths and development needs on an ongoing basis.
· Create and/or validate training curriculum in area of responsibility.
· Coach and mentor Process Technicians to deliver excellence to every internal and external customer.
Performance Management:
· Establish clear measurable goals and objectives by which to determine individual and team results (i.e. operational metrics, results against project timelines, training documentation, attendance records, knowledge of operational roles and responsibilities, personal development goals).
· Solicit ongoing feedback from Assistant Test Engineering Manager, Workcell Manager (WCM), Business Unit Manager (BUM), peers and team member on team member’s contribution to the Workcell team. Provide ongoing coaching and counseling to team member based on feedback.
· Express pride in staff and encourage them to feel good about their accomplishments.
· Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time.
· Drive individuals and the team to continuously improve in key operational metrics and the achievement of the organizational goals.
· Coordinate activities of large teams and keep them focused in times of crises.
· Ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently in area of responsibility.
Communication:
· Provide communication forum for the exchange of ideas and information with the department.
· Organize verbal and written ideas clearly and use an appropriate business style.
· Ask questions; encourage input from team members.
· Assess communication style of individual team members and adapt own communication style accordingly.
TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
· Review circuit board designs for testability requirements.
· Support manufacturing with failure analysis, tester debugging, reduction of intermittent failures and downtime of test equipment.
· Prepare recommendations for testing and documentation of procedures to be used from the product design phase through to initial production.
· Generate reports and analysis of test data, prepares documentation and recommendations.
· Review test equipment designs, data and RMA issues with customers regularly.
· Design, and direct engineering and technical personnel in fabrication of testing and test control apparatus and equipment.
· Direct and coordinate engineering activities concerned with development, procurement, installation, and calibration of instruments, equipment, and control devices required to test, record, and reduce test data.
· Determine conditions under which tests are to be conducted and sequences and phases of test operations.
· Direct and exercise control over operational, functional, and performance phases of tests.
· Perform moderately complex assignments of the engineering test function for standard and/or custom devices.
· Analyze and interpret test data and prepares technical reports for use by test engineering and management personnel.
· Develop or use computer software and hardware to conduct tests on machinery and equipment.
· Perform semi-routine technique development and maintenance, subject to established Jabil standards, including ISO and QS development standards.
· Provide training in new procedures to production testing staff.
· Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.
· Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors of Science in Electronics or Electrical Engineering from four-year college or university; and three to five years experience
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is frequently required to walk, and to lift and carry PC’s and test equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and use of computer monitor screens a great deal of time.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Individual’s primary workstation is located in the office area, with some time spent each day on the manufacturing floor. The noise level in this environment ranges from low to moderate.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.