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SULLIVAN CONSTRUCTION
Estimator
Location: Bedford, NH
Job Type: Full-time
Role Description
The Construction Estimator is responsible for preparing detailed and comprehensive cost estimates for commercial, industrial, and municipal building projects. This individual will analyze construction plans, specifications, and market factors to develop competitive budgets and support the pursuit of new work. The ideal candidate is motivated, detail-oriented, collaborative, and has a strong foundation in construction methods and materials.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate, detailed cost estimates covering all phases of a construction project.
- Analyze drawings, specifications, and related documents to develop complete quantity take-offs and material/labor assessments.
- Review and validate subcontractor bids and supplier quotes to ensure alignment with project scope and pricing standards.
- Estimate costs for equipment, general conditions, and project logistics.
- Collaborate with Project Managers and Superintendents to ensure constructability and schedule alignment with proposed budgets.
- Participate in value engineering exercises to maximize project efficiency and cost savings.
- Assist with developing bid proposals and participate in bid strategy meetings.
- Maintain historical cost databases and update pricing regularly based on market conditions.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
- Exceptional mathematical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Strong understanding of building construction processes, trades, and materials.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software (such as Bluebeam, Sage, or similar platforms).
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative preconstruction team.
- Comfortable managing multiple bids simultaneously under deadlines.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, or a related field — or equivalent field experience.
- Minimum 6 years of commercial construction experience, including at least 5 years in estimating roles.
- Experience with a variety of commercial project types (e.g., industrial, educational, healthcare, municipal) preferred.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Strong team culture focused on collaboration and support
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Commitment to innovation and continuous improvement
Join us to build success from the ground up.
Apply today to bring your estimating expertise to a team committed to excellence in every phase of construction.
About Sullivan Construction
Sullivan Construction LLC, established in 1970 and based in Bedford, NH, is a trusted name in the construction industry in New England. Guided by the tagline “Built Around You,” the company prioritizes customer satisfaction by tailoring buildings to meet unique client needs. Sullivan Construction is built on a foundation of core values, trust, and a talented, driven team. With a mission to provide an exceptional construction experience rooted in honesty, integrity, and family values, the company aspires to be the premier Design-Build Contractor in New England.
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With a passion for life
Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life-saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers - and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.
Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it.
Job Overview
Work cross functionally between product development and manufacturing engineering to develop & optimize new manufacturing processes and equipment that will be or has been transferred to production for commercial release.
Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties
- Provide input to Product Development on new product designs to address Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) requirements.
- Act as a liaison between Product Development, Manufacturing, and Manufacturing Engineering to assure that project deliverables are communicated and agreed upon.
- Assess process failure risks and institute methods of detection and mitigation.
- Develop & optimize processes required for new products & equipment.
- Work with internal design/equipment engineers and/or outside equipment vendors to specify, purchase and develop new manufacturing equipment and tooling.
- Work with validation and quality engineers to develop validation plan for new equipment / processes.
- Maintain compliance to Quality System and regulations for new processes and equipment.
- Complete protocols and reports for Equipment Acceptance Testing (EAT), Installation Qualifications (IQ), and Operational Qualifications (OQ).
- Collaborate with other disciplines as needed to execute Performance Qualification (PQ) activities.
- Coordinate pilot production / pre-release manufacturing.
- Work closely with Manufacturing and Manufacturing Engineering to release new processes and equipment into production.
- Work closely with Manufacturing and Manufacturing Engineering to support new processes and equipment that have been recently released into production.
- Create and implement required documentation including but not limited to; equipment history files, manufacturing procedures, test methods, BOM's, routings, etc.
- Responsible for change orders (ECO/DCO's) required to release and/or update controlled items.
- Assist in special projects as needed.
- Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related duties as requested.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of process engineering, manufacturing engineering, or other related experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Experience with developing and optimizing new manufacturing processes.
- Experience with introducing new equipment / processes into production.
- Strong problem solving / troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with process control & statistical analysis techniques.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical information and prepare written reports.
- Able to work in a cross functional team environment.
- Strong computer skills including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
- Project management experience is preferred.
- Experience in a medical device environment or other regulated industry is preferred.
Quality Requirements
- Build Quality into all aspects of their work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements.
- Ensure compliance to all FDA and Worldwide Quality & Compliance regulations (As applicable to the job function).
- Must have the education and experience to understand and comply with U.S. and Worldwide medical device regulations (As applicable to your job function).
- Attend all required Quality & Compliance training at the specified interval.
- Adopt the "Beyond Compliance Quality Culture" in the work environment; always meet and exceed requirements.
Environmental/Safety/Physical Work Conditions
- Ensures environmental consciousness and safe practices are exhibited in decisions.
- Duties are performed in an office environment.
The physical demands described here are a 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.
Permissions
Each organization shall establish the appropriate authority, and interrelation of all employees who manage, perform, and assess work affecting quality, and provide the independence and authority necessary to perform these tasks.
Disclaimer
The above information in this description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not contain nor is it intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
$80K - 105K - Depending on Experience with 8% STIP
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About us
With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.
Benefits at Getinge:
At Getinge, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
- 401k plan with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability Benefits
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Benefits
- Parental and Caregiver Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
Getinge is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
With a passion for life
Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life-saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers - and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.
Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it.
Job Overview
The Sr. Engineer, Quality Operations is responsible for understanding quality requirements, developing and improving processes to meet those requirements, driving internal efforts for root cause analysis and corrective actions, while providing day to day support of processes to meet our high standards of precision and quality in producing medical devices.
Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties
In this role you will be responsible for developing and maintaining quality engineering methodologies and providing quality engineering support to production.
- Identify and implement effective process control systems to support the development, qualification, and on-going manufacturing of products to meet or exceed internal and external requirements
- Lead in the implementation of assurances, process controls, and CAPA systems designed to meet or exceed internal and external requirements
- Apply sound, systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving critical quality issues
- Lead process control and monitoring of CTQ parameters and specifications
- Lead and implement various product and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing)
- Lead the investigation, resolution and prevention of product and process non-conformances and related CAPAs
- Lead in the completion and maintenance of risk analysis
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science, or equivalent work experience.
- A minimum of 5-6 years of Quality Management Systems (QMS) experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong computer skills, including MS Office applications and statistical software are required.
- Knowledge of Quality Assurance methods, such as process validation, design of experiments, statistical process control (SPC) and protocol/report preparation.
- Knowledge of ISO 13485 and FDA requirements
Supervision/ManagementOfOthers:
- Sr. Engineer, Quality Operations will help to mentor more junior engineers.
Internal and External Contacts/Relationships
- Sr. Engineer, Quality Operations position works closely with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, Quality Compliance, Supplier Quality, and Continuous Improvement.
Environmental/Safety/Physical Work Conditions
- Ensures environmental consciousness and safe practices are exhibited in decisions.
- Use of computer and telephone equipment and other related office accessories/devices to complete assignments.
- Office or production environment
- May work extended hours during peak business cycles.
The physical demands described here are a 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.
$95K-120K with 10% STIP
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About us
With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.
Benefits at Getinge:
At Getinge, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits
- 401k plan with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability Benefits
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Benefits
- Parental and Caregiver Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
Getinge is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Description
Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.
At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive-whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.
As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.
In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.
At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.
Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.
From your PASSION to ours
Lactalis US Yogurt, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Utilities & Processing Manager based in Londonderry, NH.
The Utilities and Processing Manager is responsible for leading the performance, reliability, and compliance of all plant utility, environmental, and milk processing systems. This role oversees cross-functional maintenance teams, drives energy-efficiency and sustainability initiatives, and manages complex capital and operational projects from planning through execution. The manager ensures utility operations-including HVAC, refrigeration, boilers, compressed air, glycol, electrical distribution, and wastewater systems-are safe, efficient, and compliant with regulatory and corporate standards. In addition, the role provides technical leadership for milk processing systems, ensuring consistent product quality, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement. This position collaborates closely with internal teams, contractors, and external regulatory partners to support operational excellence, long-term asset health, and site-wide performance goals.
Project Management:
Create long- and short-term plans, including setting targets for milestones and adhering to deadlines. Making effective decisions when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the project. Serve as a point of contact for all project personnel, (contractors, internal support resources, etc.), to ensure teams remain in synergy. Communicate with internal and external business partners to keep the project aligned with their goals and targets. Performing quality control on the project throughout execution to maintain the standards expected. Adjust project schedules, targets, milestones, project financing, and escalations as needed.
Plant Utility Systems:
Drive plant utility efficiencies to positively impact energy savings in line with Sustainable Environmental goals. Supervise and manage the Utilities Maintenance Department to provide technical oversight for utility systems including HVAC, ammonia refrigeration, boilers, air compressors, glycol systems, and electrical distribution. Lead energy conservation efforts, manage plant utility projects, and partner with other business partners to ensure compliance with plant standards for all non-utility related projects.
Environmental Systems:
Provide technical assistance and oversight for the Industrial Pretreatment Facility, (WWTP), as well as all other Plant Utility Environmental Compliance. Oversee the execution of all environmental contracts, audits, and submit regulatory documents to ensure compliance. Manage 3rd party environmental contractors and align with corporate sustainability manager(s) for corporate sustainability initiatives.
Milk Processing Systems:
Directly manage the Maintenance resources for all Milk Processing systems. Establish mid- and long-term preventative maintenance plans to ensure the reliability of these systems. Including, but not limited to Raw incoming milk, Ingredient batching, Pasteurization, and CIP systems. Adhere to all Quality and PMO standards. Partner with Internal teams, external contractors, and suppliers to successfully execute continuous improvements and reliability initiatives.
From your EXPERTISE to ours
Key responsibilities for this position include:
- Oversee and execute Utility and Processing project(s) development, execution, and project and Maintenance budgets.
- Responsible for all aspects of food safety and quality as defined in plant and department procedures
- Ensure all projects with a production increase are supported by all Utility and Processing systems as well as in compliance with any plant environmental impact.
- Identify opportunities in energy efficiency to reduce cost and reduce the specific energy consumption by strengthening preventative maintenance responses and development of breakthrough projects aligning the production to the company mission for environment and sustainable development.
- Assembles energy usage data, completes weekly and monthly KPI reports and communicates reports on consumption; review and approve invoices.
- Using weekly and monthly KPI reports, develop, own, and execute action plans based on opportunities found in data trends.
- Lead and supervise the planning and implementation of strategies to promote a proactive and comprehensive maintenance program for all Plant Utility Systems (WWTP, Ammonia Refrigeration, Boiler & Steam Systems, Air Compressor), and Milk Processing Systems.
- Supervise and oversee utility operations to ensure Utility Systems and Processing technical teams are staffed and operated in an effective manner and that all are within applicable permit limits.
Requirements
From your STORY to ours
Qualified applicants will contribute the following:
Education
- A bachelor's degree is preferred.
- A major in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience
- 5+ years of utility and resource maintenance and reliability management in a manufacturing facility. Experience in an energy-intensive or highly energy-conscious manufacturing facility is preferred.
Certifications and specific knowledge
- The following certifications are preferred for this role: Wastewater Systems certification, Boiler Operator, and Ammonia Operator.
- Experience with ammonia systems and Process Safety Management (PSM) for ammonia systems
- Experience with high-pressure boiler systems, operations, and regulatory compliance
- Experience in safety and environmental processes to maintain a manufacturing facility in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Excellent organizational skills to prioritize and execute inventory and preventative maintenance demands daily.
- Proven ability to take initiative and establish processes and programs while working independently.
- Proven ability to supervise, train, develop, review performance, and motivate subordinates.
- Solid written and oral communication skills.
- Computer literacy to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, and a maintenance-based software system.
- Proven ability to participate as a member of the plant leadership team and form sound working relationships with all members of the organization.
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines within specified time constraints
- Ability to operate in a team environment
- Ability to adapt to a changing work environment
- Strong technical background - Electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, fluid dynamics, motor controls, instrumentation, and PLC programming.
At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.
Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations.
This position blends product knowledge, customer communication, and application support to ensure users get the most value from MetLogix solutions.
You’ll assist with product demonstrations, respond to technical inquiries, guide customers through application challenges, and support the commercial team with quoting, order management, and product training.
Internally, you’ll collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, product development, and customer service teams to keep information flowing and customer needs addressed.
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Information Professional Officer
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Responsibilities
Information Professional Officers (IPOs) oversee the seamless operation of the global Naval network environment. Their responsibilities include:
- Leading the Naval network warfare missions in developing tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic and business advantages afloat and ashore
- Driving interoperability with joint, allied and coalition partners
- Building professional excellence through education, training and certification and milestone qualifications
- Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting-edge technologies, knowledge management techniques and a culture of innovation
- Helping to develop and deploy information systems, command and control and space systems
- Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of adversaries
- Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in information technology
Work Environment
Information Professionals serve in challenging roles of increasing scope and responsibility both afloat and ashore. This could include:
- Serving as part of Battle Group staffs on ships at sea
- Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours
- Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
- Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe
Training & Advancement
Those pursuing an Information Professional Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI.
Upon completion, candidates typically attend a five-week IP Basic Course of instruction in Pensacola, FL, before or during their initial assignment. IPOs must complete specific qualifications as part of their training during Fleet tours and are expected to pursue advanced education opportunities.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields in the civilian sector.
Education Opportunities
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:
- Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
- Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
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.
There's also potential to pursue a graduate certificate, DoW certifications, federal executive fellowships and information assurance scholarships and internships.
Qualifications & Requirements
A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer. Candidates seeking an Information Professional Officer position must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in a technical field, preferably in one of following fields: Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Operations, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, General Engineering.
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.
Part-Time Opportunities
There are part-time opportunities available as an Information Professional Officer.
Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Information Professional Officers in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
For annual training, Information Professional Officers may serve anywhere in the world, whether on a ship at sea or at bases and installations on shore.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.
Information Professional Officers in the Navy Reserve serve in an Officer role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with this job, initial training requirements must first be met.
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.
Officers who previously held a commission in another United States Military Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Public Health Service, or United States Coast Guard are exempt from attending ODS or LDO/CWO Academy.
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Surface Warfare Officer
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Responsibilities
Surface Warfare Officers (SWOs) are involved in virtually every aspect of Navy missions. As a SWO, you may be in charge of any number of shipboard operations and activities while at sea, working with or within any of these specialized forces:
Aircraft Carrier Forces: Provide and coordinate air, submarine and surface ship defense for aircraft carriers.
Cruiser-Destroyer Forces: Provide ship attack and defensive measures with a wide array of missile and fire power capabilities, providing anti-air, -submarine and -surface warfare support.
Amphibious Forces: Embark and transport vehicles, equipment and personnel for amphibious assault operations.
Combat-Logistics Forces: Provide combatant ships with fuel, ammunition, food and supplies, and provide repair, maintenance and rescue capabilities through Fleet Support Ships.
Mine Warfare Forces: Detect, identify and neutralize threats from hostile use of maritime mines.
You may also be interested in becoming a Surface Warfare Officer within the prestigious Navy Nuclear community where you will have the opportunity to work on some of the world's most powerful nuclear-powered submarines and aircraft carriers.
Work Environment
As a Surface Warfare Officer, you will work at sea and on shore, in a variety of environments. Sea duty could place you aboard ships within the fleet. Shore duty may involve a tour of duty at the Pentagon, a student assignment at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, or command and management positions at shore bases and stations around the world.
Training & Advancement
Those pursuing an Information Professional Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI.
Unless they have already been commissioned through the Naval Academy or ROTC, those pursuing a Surface Warfare Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School. Newly commissioned SWOs can expect an advanced training process that includes comprehensive training at sea and ashore.
Newly commissioned Surface Warfare Officers will be assigned to a surface ship, leading a team of Sailors responsible for a component of the ship - anything from electronics to weapons to engineering systems. In this setting, Officers are working toward full Surface Warfare qualification.
After completing these initial sea tours, Surface Warfare Officers may be selected to serve on high-level staffs, commands or strategic projects or they may be selected to work in recruitment. The ultimate goal for many: to one day command their own ship.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields in the civilian sector.
Education Opportunities
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, Surface Warfare Officers can advance their education by:
- Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
- Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Qualifications & Requirements
A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer.
There are different ways to become a SWO. If you're a high school student or an undergraduate, you can enter through the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) or through the U.S. Naval Academy. Those already having a degree attend Officer Candidate School (OCS), a 12-week Navy school in Newport, RI.
All candidates must also be U.S. Citizens.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.
Part-Time Opportunities
There are part-time opportunities available as a Surface Warfare Officer.
Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Surface Warfare Officers in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
For annual training, Surface Warfare Officers may serve anywhere in the world, whether on a ship at sea or at bases and installations on shore.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.
Surface Warfare Officers in the Navy Reserve serve in an Officer role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with this job, initial training requirements must first be met.
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.
Officers who previously held a commission in another United States Military Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Public Health Service, or United States Coast Guard are exempt from attending ODS or LDO/CWO Academy.
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Senior / Principal Controls Engineer – Manufacturing Automation
Compensation: $140 - $200K (Salary, bonus, annual stock)
Location: NH
A growing advanced-manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to design and implement custom automation and functional test systems used in high-mix production environments. This role focuses on creating one-of-a-kind equipment that improves assembly efficiency, product quality, and test reliability across global operations.
Responsibilities
- Architect and deploy automated assembly and test solutions integrating motion control, servos, sensors, gages, and plant-level data/SCADA systems.
- Lead electrical and controls design for custom machinery, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and operations teams to deliver scalable manufacturing improvements.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers while promoting continuous improvement practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline with 10–15+ years in industrial automation or machine controls.
- Strong PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley / Logix platforms), robotics integration, and machine vision systems.
- Proven ability to integrate hardware, software, and mechanical systems into turnkey solutions.
- Working knowledge of CAD tools, data/analytics platforms, and structured problem-solving methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.
- Backround with power electronics and/or motion control is preferred.
- Excellent communication skills and project leadership experience in a manufacturing setting.
- Must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident
This position suits engineers who enjoy hands-on design, system integration, and solving complex production challenges through innovative automation.
Company provides relocation and exceptional benefit program.
Contact:
Rich Cardarella
Power Technology Associates Inc.
617-435-2478
Technical Account Manager
Location: Remote in New Hampshire or New York
Our client is a well-established North-American distributor of advanced printed-circuit-board (PCB) materials that powers many of today’s most innovative electronics manufacturers. As they continue to invest in next-generation products and deeper customer partnerships, they are adding a Technical Account Manager to own revenue growth across a multi-state territory. This is a high-impact, hunter-oriented role for a salesperson who loves blending hands-on technical engagement with strategic account expansion.
Key Responsibilities
- Grow the territory. Drive both expansion and net-new revenue by serving as the go-to resource for PCB-materials expertise, delivering timely guidance and cultivating long-term customer partnerships.
- Create and execute a territory playbook. Develop a data-driven business plan that increases wallet share across fabricators, contract manufacturers, and OEM design teams.
- Own the customer relationship 360°. Partner with field applications engineers, supplier contacts, and internal supply-chain teams to ensure material availability and seamless technical support.
- Value-sell for margin. Leverage cross-selling, up-selling, and margin-enhancement techniques to unlock incremental gross-profit opportunities.
- Be the face of the brand. Represent the company at trade shows, industry symposiums, and customer innovation days, positioning the portfolio at the forefront of next-gen electronics.
- Drive portfolio growth. Collaborate with product management to spot white-space opportunities and recommend new materials or services.
- Keep the pipeline clean. Forecast demand, review quotes, and resolve RMAs while maintaining accurate opportunity data in Salesforce (or comparable CRM).
- Travel 30 %. Spend roughly one-third of your time meeting onsite with manufacturing and engineering leaders across the Northeast (all travel fully expensed).
Skill Set & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Materials Science, Business, or related field.
- 5 + years of external sales experience supporting PCB, semiconductor, electronics, or industrial materials markets.
- Demonstrated “hunter” mentality with a track record of winning new logos and expanding existing accounts.
- Solid grasp of PCB fabrication processes, materials, and value drivers; able to translate technical features into ROI.
- Proficiency with modern CRM tools for pipeline management, forecasting, and territory analytics.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills; comfortable engaging from technician to C-suite.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 30 % across the territory (primarily by car, occasionally by air).
Work Environment & Benefits
- Operate from a home office anywhere in New Hampshire with company-provided laptop, phone, and expense card.
- Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission, car allowance, and full benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401 (k) match, PTO).
- Clear promotion paths into senior sales leadership, product management, or key-account specialization.
- Join a tenured team that prizes integrity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
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ABOUT THIS JOB
***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***
As a Combat Engineer, you’ll work quickly and skillfully to help Soldiers navigate while on combat missions by constructing bridges, clearing barriers with explosives, and detecting and avoiding mines and other environmental hazards. You'll provide expertise and come up with quick and creative engineering solutions, constructing fighting positions, fixed and floating bridges, and obstacles and defense positions.
Skills you’ll learn align with Construction & Engineering, Demolition & Explosives, Operate Heavy Equipment. In addition, you could earn 45 nationally recognized certifications!
JOB DUTIES
- Maintain emergency notification data
- Maintain radio and data distribution systems
- Perform signal support functions and technical assistance for computer systems
- Provide technical assistance and training for local-area networks
- Maintain equipment, terminal devices, assigned vehicles and power generators
REQUIREMENTS
- 14 weeks of One Station Unit Training, which combines Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training
- U.S. Citizen
- 17 to 34 Years Old
- High School Diploma or GED
- Meet Tattoo Guidelines
- No Major Law Violations
- No Medical Concerns
BENEFITS
The Army offers a complete package of benefits that not only supports you and your family but also helps you advance in your career. Whether you serve part-time or full-time as an enlisted Soldier or Army Officer, you’ll earn competitive pay with opportunities for bonuses, as well as receive health care at little to no cost. You could also receive money for education, student loan repayment assistance, training and certifications, housing, living expenses, and more.
- Paid Training and credentialing to strengthen your skillsets
- Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
- Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldier
- 30 days paid annual vacation
- 401(K) type savings plan
- Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family member
- Paid tuition opportunities to continue your education
- Signing bonus - up to $40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties