Engineering Structures Jobs in Windsor Connecticut

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.

*No Experience Necessary*

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

• Competitive Base Salary!
• 401K, PTO, and excellent benefits!
• Accelerated Career Growth!

• Minimum 7 years of project design experience
• Knowledge and practicing use of AutoCAD and/or Revit
• Ability to develop and produce drawings independently
• Performs layouts of devices and equipment
• Performs circuiting of lighting, devices, and equipment
• Coordinates layout and power requirements of mechanical equipment
• Sizes electrical panelboards, circuit breakers, conduits, and conductors
• Performs layout of fire alarm appliances and devices
• Knowledge and experience of working with low voltage systems such as IT/audio-visual, security, etc., is a plus
• Ability to edit specifications with oversight of Senior PE
• Knowledge and use of lighting software such as AGi32 is a plus
• Experience in either SKM or EasyPower is a plus
• Experience in reviewing submittals and responding to RFIs
• Ability to perform site punch-lists and develop a construction observation report
• Good communicative skills and can communicate directly with clients
• Ability to manage work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Abreast of latest trends in Electrical engineering, Florida Building Code, and National Electrical Code
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is strongly preferred
• EI or PE registration is a strong plus

About the role

As a Gen AI Architect, you will make an impact by designing and implementing scalable, innovative solutions leveraging Generative AI, AWS cloud services, and Snowflake. You will be a valued member of our architecture and engineering team, collaborating closely with cross-functional partners to integrate AI/ML capabilities, automate deployments, and enhance system performance.

In this role, you will:

• Design and develop scalable architectures using Generative AI, AWS services, and Snowflake.
• Integrate AI and machine learning solutions into existing systems in partnership with cross-functional teams.
• Implement AWS CodePipeline, CodeDeploy, CodeCommit, and CodeBuild to automate deployment workflows.
• Use AWS Machine Learning services to develop predictive models that generate actionable business insights.
• Provide technical leadership on AI/ML use cases, solution design, performance optimization, and best practices.
• Validate and test AI/ML models ensuring accuracy, reliability, and real-world applicability.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure platform stability.
• Create documentation and training materials to support knowledge transfer across the team.
• Conduct code reviews and offer constructive feedback to drive code quality.
• Translate business needs into technical solutions that deliver measurable value.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and data protection requirements.

Work model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Hartford, CT each week. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on business or client needs. We will always be transparent about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered

• Proven experience designing scalable architectures using AWS services, Snowflake, and Generative AI.
• Strong background in AI/ML solution development, including model validation and deployment.
• Hands-on experience with AWS DevOps tools (CodePipeline, CodeDeploy, CodeCommit, CodeBuild).
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and translate complex technical concepts.
• Strong problemsolving skills with experience optimizing system performance and reliability.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to create clear documentation and training materials.

These will help you stand out

• Experience integrating AI/ML into enterprise-scale systems.
• Knowledge of Snowflake data pipelines and advanced cloud data architectures.
• Familiarity with emerging Generative AI frameworks and their practical applications.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide engineering teams.
• A passion for staying current with AI, ML, and AWS advancements.

*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until March 15, 2026.

The annual salary for this position is between $ 115,000 - $ 135,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

6 Month Contract to Hire

Onsite 3 days/week – Hartford, CT

$70/hr-$80/hr

Must‑Have Qualifications

• Extensive experience delivering enterprise‑scale conversational AI solutions from design through production
• Deep hands‑on expertise with IBM WatsonX Orchestrate or similar conversational AI platforms
• Strong full stack development background using NodeJS/TypeScript and Java with Spring
• Advanced understanding of scalable architecture, enterprise data management, and integration patterns
• Proven ability to evaluate business requirements and propose technically sound, cost‑effective, and scalable solutions
• Experience leading solution delivery within SAFe Agile environments
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence technical direction across teams

Nice‑to‑Have Qualifications

• Experience with modern front‑end frameworks and UI technologies
• Advanced NLP training, Speech‑to‑Text optimization, and SSML‑based voice refinement experience
• Familiarity with analytics, data governance, and data engineering tools
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Strong critical thinking skills and a proactive approach to emerging technologies and industry trends

Day‑to‑Day

As a Lead Conversational AI Solutions Engineer, you will own the technical design and end‑to‑end delivery of conversational AI solutions, ensuring alignment with business priorities, scalability, and performance goals. You will lead solution design discussions, participate in feature and story refinement, identify technical risks and dependencies, and recommend architectural approaches that balance functionality, cost, and long‑term sustainability. You will work closely with product, UI/UX, backend, and integration teams to align conversational experiences with enterprise systems and user needs. While this role does not involve people management, you will act as a technical leader by setting engineering standards, guiding implementation decisions, and ensuring high‑quality, user‑centric conversational solutions are delivered consistently.

Underwriting Program Manager – Stop Loss (Fully Remote or Hybrid – Hartford, CT Area)

A growing insurance organization based in Hartford, CT is looking to add an experienced Underwriting Program Manager to oversee a dedicated block of Specific and Aggregate Stop Loss business. This is a key leadership role with ownership over pricing strategy and underwriting results, offering the opportunity to make a real impact within a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.

The position can be fully remote, with a hybrid option (2 days onsite) for candidates located within 50 miles of Hartford.

Compensation: $130,000–$160,000 base salary

Responsibilities: 

• Evaluate case information and risk factors to develop competitive and sound pricing recommendations for both new and in-force Specific and Aggregate Stop Loss accounts, in alignment with underwriting guidelines.

• Review large claim data in advance of clinical review to identify potential high-risk drivers and determine appropriate next steps.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with sales partners, brokers, TPAs, underwriters, and other internal and external stakeholders.

• Advise clients and partners on stop loss structures and plan design considerations to ensure appropriate risk protection.

• Partner with the sales team throughout the quoting process to help position proposals competitively and strategically.

• Exercise independent underwriting authority while ensuring complete and accurate file documentation.

• Analyze submissions that fall outside standard guidelines and prepare well-supported exception recommendations for senior leadership review.

• Present clear risk assessments, financial impact analysis, and strategic rationale to support executive decision-making.

• Review, approve, or decline cases within authority, while offering guidance and alternative structuring recommendations to team members.

• Oversee assigned program workflow to ensure timely turnaround and balanced distribution of work across underwriting staff.

• Identify and evaluate key medical cost drivers impacting both new business and renewal accounts.

• Provide input to senior leadership on enhancements to underwriting guidelines, policies, and best practices.

• Mentor and develop underwriting team members to strengthen technical expertise, risk evaluation skills, and overall performance.

• Deliver ongoing coaching and structured feedback to drive consistent service standards and productivity.

• Partner with administrative teams to ensure documentation supports audit readiness and compliance requirements.

• Manage the portfolio to achieve targeted profitability and performance objectives.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge and understanding of healthcare payers, health plan administration, and medical service providers.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience

• 10+ years of medical stop loss underwriting experience

• Prior leadership experience (3+ years managing or mentoring underwriters preferred)

• Strong knowledge of stop loss pricing, risk evaluation, and healthcare cost drivers

• Proven ability to lead teams while partnering effectively with sales and external stakeholders

• Strong analytical and decision-making skills

• Highly organized with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting

What’s Offered

• Competitive base salary

• Employer-paid health insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Flexible remote or hybrid work options
  
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• Growing, stable company
• Solid company culture
• Competitive Benefits, Compensation Packages, Bonuses, 410K, and more

• Handle construction process from bid through close-out
• Handle Pre-construction and in-progress meetings with clients
• Create and track RFI's and Submittals
• Send out and track requests for proposals to multiple subcontracts prior to us assembling bids
• Create and maintain project schedule
• Coordinate meetings with subcontractors and project owners
• Purchase materials for projects

• 7+ Years Commercial Construction Project Management
• Experience with Medical offices, Retail, Restaurant and Grocery is a plus
• High End Tenant Improvement experience required
• Ground up experience is a nice to have
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient in MS Project & MS Office Suite
• Contract Review and Document management
• Solid subcontractor relationships & negotiation skills

Patent Litigation Associate - Technology

Our client is a top firm, seeking a Patent Litigation Associate for its New York, Boston, or Connecticut offices. The salary range for this position is between $200k to $260k.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of high tech patent litigation experience.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related technology.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong writing, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About Us

Marina Sirras & Associates LLC is a boutique legal recruiting firm committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with top-tier law firms and in-house legal departments nationwide. With decades of experience and a personalized, relationship-driven approach, we take pride in understanding the unique needs of both our clients and candidates.

We are a proud member of the National Association of Legal Search Consultants (NALSC) and strictly adhere to the NALSC Code of Ethics. Marina Sirras, our founder, is a former President and Chairperson of the organization, reflecting our longstanding commitment to integrity and professionalism in legal recruiting.

To learn more about our team and services, please visit us at

Geologist Project Manager

We're seeking a Project Manager to lead Geologist projects. This role oversees project delivery, manages technical teams, and coordinates with clients, regulators, and subcontractors of challenging site characterization and remediation projects.

Key Responsibilities

• We are looking for creative, results driven individuals with strong backgrounds in team management, geology, hydrogeology, geochemistry, environmental science, or related fields
• Connecticut Licensed Environmental Professional (LEP) or someone on an LEP track
• BS/MS in Geology, Environmental Engineering, or similar major
• Minimum 8 years' experience completing environmental investigation and remediation