Engineering Jobs in Granger Dallas County, IA

Job Title : Oceanography Category / Component: Officer • Both Overview Oceanography (OCEANO) Officers, also called METOC, are the Navy's geophysical experts who understand and apply all facets of meteorology, oceanography, hydrography, bathymetry, geophysics, and precise time and astrometry.

Their mission is to define and apply the physical environment, from the bottom of the ocean to the stars, to ensure the U.S.

Navy has the freedom of action to deter aggression, maintain freedom of the seas, and win wars.

Key Responsibilities Provide timely and relevant support to fleet and joint operations by leading the collection, processing, prediction, exploitation, and dissemination of environmental data.

Ensure safety of navigation, access to denied waters, freedom to maneuver at will, and increase the lethality of Navy forces.

Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large commands of over 400 personnel.

Serve as the one-of-one geophysical expert at an operational command.

What to Expect Serve in a variety of challenging operational billets with increasing scope and responsibility, both at sea and ashore.

The career path interweaves sea, shore, and educational tours.

Sea duty may include leading small team detachments on U.S.

and foreign vessels, serving as the embarked OCEANO Officer on an aircraft carrier or amphibious ship, or serving on a Strike Group or Joint Task Force staff.

Shore tours include assignments at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, Joint commands, the Navy Data Center, and Naval Research Labs.

Work Environment Assignments are worldwide, including Europe, Hawaii, Asia, and the Middle East.

Work environments range from being at sea on surface combatants, survey vessels, aircraft carriers, and amphibious ships to being ashore at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, and research facilities.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Initial training includes the 3-week Information Warfare Basic Course (IWBC) and the 7-week Basic Oceanography Accession Training (BOAT).

Officers may also attend Division Officer Leadership Course (DIVOLC).

Postgraduate education at the Naval Postgraduate School is required for officers at the LCDR level and senior, typically as mid-grade Lieutenants.

Promotions to LTJG and LT occur at 2 and 4 years of service, with competitive promotion opportunities to LCDR, CDR, CAPT, and Flag Officer ranks.

Requires a Baccalaureate degree, preferably in a technical field, with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or greater.

Must have completed a full college calculus series (I and II) with a minimum 'C' average, and a college-level calculus-based physics series (I and II) with a minimum 'B' average.

A desired degree is in physics, physics-based oceanography, meteorology, hydrography, earth science, engineering, or mathematics.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy as an Officer, including United States citizenship A bachelor's or qualifying professional degree Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores on the Officer Aptitude Rating exam Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Must be qualified for sea duty, world-wide assignable, and eligible for a Top-Secret security clearance.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Senior Integrations Software Developer

Overview:

We are looking for a Senior Integrations Software Developer to lead the design and development of our enterprise-wide GraphQL API layer, which serves as the central integration platform connecting all enterprise systems and applications. This role goes beyond coding—you will partner with business stakeholders and technical teams to translate complex business requirements into clear, scalable integration solutions. You will also play a key role in shaping the API platform strategy, mentoring developers, and driving best practices across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and evolution of the enterprise GraphQL API layer, ensuring it meets performance, scalability, and security standards.
• Partner with business stakeholders and technical teams to understand integration needs and deliver straightforward, effective solutions.
• Define and enforce API design standards, governance, and best practices across teams.
• Guide and mentor mid-level and junior developers, fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence.
• Work with diverse databases, including MS SQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle DB, and others, ensuring efficient data access and transformation.
• Contribute to API platform engineering, improving developer experience and enabling other teams to integrate seamlessly.
• Participate in architectural discussions, influencing decisions on integration patterns and enterprise connectivity.
• Drive continuous improvement in CI/CD pipelines, containerization strategies, and deployment processes.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.
• Expert proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and Node.js.
• Deep experience with GraphQL and REST API design and implementation.
• Strong understanding of API architecture, authentication, and authorization mechanisms.
• Hands-on experience with relational databases (MS SQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle DB).
• Proficiency with Docker for containerization and deployment.
• Familiarity with event driven architecture (SNS/SQS, Kafka)
• Knowledge of API gateway technologies and microservices architecture.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders clearly and effectively.
• Proven track record of delivering scalable integration solutions in enterprise environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with enterprise systems integration (CPQ, ERP, PLM, CRM).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to influence technical direction.

Project Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Urbandale, IA

As a full time, paid Project Engineering Intern at Gits Manufacturing, you will have the opportunity to work directly with the Engineering team to assist in project and design work.

• Creates &/or modifies product designs & drawings using CAD tools, product data management systems, and risk analysis tools.
• Verifies designs through engineering calculations, modeling, and/or simulations such as CFD and FEA.
• Assist in engineering tool creation and process mapping.
• Assist in technical problem solving.

Requirements

• A student of Junior or Senior academic standing, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to learn and be part of a collaborative team
• Upholds organizational values and integrity
• Ability to handle confidential materials with discretion and accuracy.
• Willing to be located onsite at GITs Manufacturing in Urbandale, IA

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Job Title: Customer Support Representative II

Location: 6400 NW 86th Street Johnston IA USA 50131

Duration: 9 months contract on W2 (possible extension)

Fully Onsite

These positions will be on the Customer Support Team in a Technical Support Center.

Please note: Currently this position is strictly a contingent position and we do not have expectations to transition this position into a full-time employment role. Contingents are eligible to seek full time employment and can monitor for positions through the careers page.

This position will not be extended beyond the current end date. To help with recruitment, the managers have agreed to offer a retention bonus at 3 months of employment and an additional bonus after successful completion of assignment. These will be $1,000 each.*

REQUIRED SKILLS REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE,&RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE:

· Skills in interpersonal communications, negotiation, and conflict resolution.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· 6+ months experience with customer service/support experience.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office products

· High comfort level and experience with consumer software applications.

· Strong computer, research and troubleshooting skills.

· Ability to work support hours and occasional holidays to support the business.

DESIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE:

* Knowledge of agriculture customers

* Agriculture operations experience, including Precision Farming experience

* Prior work experience in Agriculture or Technology dealer channels

* Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business, Engineering related field, IT or a similar discipline

**Manager highly prefers candidates with a degree, in any field such as Business, Math, Ag, etc.. If they are a high school graduate with no additional education, he would like to see them have a technical certification that shows that they understand how IT database management works**

Support hours fall between 7am - 6pm CST, Monday – Friday and 8 am – 12 pm CST, Saturday.

· Schedule may include occasional holidays and overtime based on the needs of the business.

· Candidate must be available to work any 8-hour shift within the 7am-6pm support window.

· Shifts are subject to change based on volumes.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:

· Training and mentoring will be on the 8-4:30am shift and last approximately 6 weeks.

· Takes approximately 3-4 months from start date to reach full productivity.

· Limited travel to nearby Des Moines Works for a factory tour and to nearby Jensen Farms approximately twice a year. Will ride along with a Deere full-time employee.

Interviews will include behavioral based questioning

· Candidate will be asked to share specific examples

Visa sponsorship is not available, now or in the near future, for this position.