Engineering Jobs in Madison Center, CT

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school education. Ideally an associate degree in manufacturing technologies or similar.
• Good understanding of machining metal and processes with CNC machines.
• The ability to diagnose machining problems: tool failure, rough finish, chip build up, etc.
• Proficiency in the use of computerized machine controls, precision measurement instruments, hand tools, and specialized trade tools.
• Use of computers to perform data entry and document production.
• Mechanical aptitude and use of significant mathematical skills.
• Must be able to proofread documents, read blueprints, train others, complete production paperwork.

• Work from part drawings, machine specifications and electronic control data, utilizing to a large extent established methods and standards data to layout operations and sequences, tooling arrangements, machine set up instructions and details for a number of recognized machining operations on standardized components having close tolerances and inspection requirements.
• Align and code steps for tool operations, speed, feeds, and work piece positions to conform to operational sequences.
• Monitor set ups and operations to prove programs to assure proper methodology sequences, tooling arrangements and quality of completed work piece.
• Operate CNC machines as needed to prove program.
• Revise programs to correct errors or deficiencies or to modify or improve to suit new tooling designs and to effect cost reductions.
• Work closely with Tool Design and Manufacturing personnel to plan tooling designs and arrangements for new work or modifications for the regular work.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Precision Solenoid Valve Products

Westbrook, CT | Onsite

I’m currently working with a highly respected precision manufacturer that is looking to add a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to their team in Westbrook, Connecticut.

This role supports the production and continuous improvement of miniature solenoid valve products used in highly demanding applications.

The engineer in this position will play a key role in developing and improving manufacturing processes, supporting new product introductions, and driving process improvements that enhance quality, efficiency, and reliability.

While this position does not include direct supervisory responsibility, it does require strong technical leadership and the ability to influence cross-functional teams across engineering, quality, and operations.

Key areas of focus include:

• Manufacturing process development and optimization

• Supporting new product introductions and process transfers

• Root cause analysis and troubleshooting of production challenges

• Continuous improvement of yield, quality, and throughput

• Collaboration with engineering and operations teams to implement process improvements

Ideal background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or similar

• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience

• Experience supporting precision components, electromechanical assemblies, or fluid control products

• Strong hands-on problem-solving and process improvement skills

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on manufacturing engineering and technical leadership in a precision production environment.

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America's infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary:

The Project Manager shall oversee total construction effort to ensure projects are safely constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule. This includes interfacing with client representatives, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near-misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety first, in everything we do.
• Review project features with the Estimating Department.
• Work with the Project Engineer and Superintendent to develop and maintain a project schedule with the appropriate attributes.
• Submit preliminary paperwork such as submittals, introductory letters, subcontractor approvals, lump sum breakdowns of work items, affirmative action documents, etc.
• Develop a submittal log, a project organization chart, and a material storage plan.
• Initiate project startup and closeout sheet and submit a copy to the construction department and set up and maintain project files.
• Required to sign off on the budget prior to the start of construction.
• Responsible for all aspects of cost management for the project.
• Submit a quarterly cost revision with an explanation of any cost variance.
• Submit change order logs to the regional office monthly.
• Coordinate and direct all project activities with the Project Superintendent/General Superintendent to ensure that all milestones are met and job continuity is maintained.
• Conduct weekly meetings.
• Prepare and review periodic estimates with the owner's representative/Resident Engineer and submit an approved original estimate or pencil sheet copy to the regional office with the appropriate subcontractor quantity split.
• Attend final punch list inspection and/or closeout meeting and complete final documents.
• Maintain contact with the project Owner and Architect/Engineer to obtain reduction of retainage and final payment and close out jobsite office.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering major or construction related field.
• Minimum of 10 years experience preferably in heavy highway civil construction.
• Experience with software such as HeavyJob, HeavyBid, Procore, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, BIM, and Fieldwire is preferred.
• OSHA 10 Certified.

Necessary Attributes:

• Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles.
• Team player and with a strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a team in an efficient and effective manner.
• Self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliance on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Dedicated and hard working.
• Possess strong leadership qualities.
• Above average organizational skills.

We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America's infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Quality Control Technician with proven leadership skills and a devoted work ethic who is looking for a successful career and the opportunity to grow with The Middlesex Corporation, a rapidly growing, successful, and well-established heavy civil infrastructure company. As a Quality Control Technician, you will play a critical role in the overall leadership and successful and timely delivery of complex multimillion-dollar fast-track, complex heavy-civil, highway, and bridge projects from the pre-construction stage through project execution and completion.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with and actively promote all Safety policies and procedures, including reporting accidents, incidents, and near-misses to uphold the company's core value of "Safety first."
• Actively participate in overall day-to-day operational leadership and decision-making as the subject matter expert for all project quality management functions, including self-performed work, materials, or work performed by suppliers, vendors, subcontractors.
• Provide ongoing and regular quality control-related technical input for construction planning, interpretation of design, development of efficient construction methods, and quality control processes for execution of the work.
• Manage and schedule all required quality testing, inspections and documentation including all third-party quality control related services.
• Manage the quality processes required per contract documents, specifications, drawings, engineering calcs for work activities such as crane/hoisting lifts, temporary works, falsework, shoring, formwork, safety systems, etc.
• Provide overall leadership to ensure work is constructed in compliance and work quality is accurately documented through clear and traceable record keeping and reporting.
• Develop and implement project specific Quality Control Plan that meets company policies, project requirements and is aligned with industry standards and best practices. Perform periodic audits to verify adherence to QA/QC Management Plan.
• Develop a comprehensive working knowledge of project contract documents, (drawings and specifications, and requirements by reference, etc.
• Maintain applicable industry reference standards and facilitate project access to relevant team members.
• Develop and implement a project Quality Control orientation program to ensure project team members are familiar with the requirements of the project QC Management Plan, and conduct to relevant project specific training, relative to Quality Control roles, responsibilities, processes, and procedures.
• Contribute to interpretation and dissemination and communication of project quality control requirements to relevant, staff including field crews and craft supervision.
• Assist in document management to ensure all project documents are updated and current to reflect any changes, revisions, etc.
• Assist in the procurement, buy-out, and management of subcontractors, suppliers/vendors to ensure subcontract /vendor agreements capture required quality related scope of work.
• Prepare and submit accurate Quality Control project status project reports.
• Manage project submittal process to ensure timely receipt, review and approval of submittals and shop drawings, as-builts, and other required documentation.
• Actively participate in RFI process to ensure timely receipt, review, response close out.
• Monitor project work for any non-compliance issues and ensure corrective measures are approved, executed and closed out with documented acceptance.
• Manage project close-out including, timely management of punch list, commissioning, and transitional system operations turnover.

Qualifications:

• Four-year engineering or construction management degree or equivalent combination of technical training and relevant experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of documented experience performing in a construction quality control management role on a heavy civil construction rail project.
• Comprehensive understanding of construction industry practices and standards, as well as experience with supervision, estimating, scheduling, budget preparation, and project status reporting.
• Experience utilizing project management software systems.
• Currently possess or can attain the NETTCP Quality Assurance Technologist and USACE Construction Quality Manager Certification.
• Heavy-Civil construction experience.

Necessary Attributes:

• Ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles to create a cohesive team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, fostering effective communication and collaboration.
• Ability to work efficiently within a team, maintaining high levels of productivity and teamwork.
• Self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong reliance on experience and judgment to plan and achieve goals effectively.
• Dedicated, hardworking, and committed to quality standards.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America's infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary:

The Project Manager shall oversee total construction effort to ensure projects are safely constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule. This includes interfacing with client representatives, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near-misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety first, in everything we do.
• Review project features with the Estimating Department.
• Work with the Project Engineer and Superintendent to develop and maintain a project schedule with the appropriate attributes.
• Submit preliminary paperwork such as submittals, introductory letters, subcontractor approvals, lump sum breakdowns of work items, affirmative action documents, etc.
• Develop a submittal log, a project organization chart, and a material storage plan.
• Initiate project startup and closeout sheet and submit a copy to the construction department and set up and maintain project files.
• Required to sign off on the budget prior to the start of construction.
• Responsible for all aspects of cost management for the project.
• Submit a quarterly cost revision with an explanation of any cost variance.
• Submit change order logs to the regional office monthly.
• Coordinate and direct all project activities with the Project Superintendent/General Superintendent to ensure that all milestones are met and job continuity is maintained.
• Conduct weekly meetings.
• Prepare and review periodic estimates with the owner's representative/Resident Engineer and submit an approved original estimate or pencil sheet copy to the regional office with the appropriate subcontractor quantity split.
• Attend final punch list inspection and/or closeout meeting and complete final documents.
• Maintain contact with the project Owner and Architect/Engineer to obtain reduction of retainage and final payment and close out jobsite office.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering major or construction related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of successful and progressive experience in the civil construction field.
• Experienced in budget management, schedule, quality control, and knowledge of all phases of construction.
• OSHA 10 Certified.

Necessary Attributes:

• Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles.
• Team player and with a strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a team in an efficient and effective manner.
• Self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliance on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Dedicated and hard working.
• Possess strong leadership qualities.
• Above average organizational skills.

We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.