Engineering Structures Scimago Jobs in Burien Washington

Summary:

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector at our manufacturing facility in Seattle, WA. This role will require you to accurately evaluate and document receiving, in-process and final inspection of highly intricate prototype, custom parts and assemblies for a variety of applications from Aerospace, military, Energy Production and R&D. You will need to have an extreme attention to detail, skill in basic shop mathematics, the ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications and personal discipline to document and report nonconforming products in an objective manner.

Responsibilities:

• Enact inspection activities to obtain objective evidence of compliance for CNC manufactured parts, assemblies, complex tooling, and other components.
• Interpret and measure features containing Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Use manual inspection tooling such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges and surface plate activities to obtain compliance evidence for requirements up to the fourth decimal place (tenths) of accuracy.
• Create and review compliance documentation related to Receiving, In-process and Final inspection on Materials, Processes and Completed Products.
• Ensure conformance with customer Drawing, Specification and Purchase Order.
• Assist engineering department in implementing strategies to improve accuracy.

Qualifications:

• Have recent 3-5 years (min) working experience within a machine shop atmosphere.
• Have a reasonable understanding of math, including trigonometry and geometry.
• Have a strong understanding of GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Be skilled in the use of all measurement equipment and machinery within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong skills in blueprint and part drawing interpretation for high tolerance, precision parts are mandatory.
• Bring ideas to the table to increase speed and efficiency in the department.

Skills:

• Experience using DCC controls on a CMM.
• Experience in PC-DMIS, utilizing both solid models and touch point programing to perform inspection activities.
• Functional use of SolidWorks or a similar CAD system.
• Familiarity with complex dimensional reporting mechanisms, such as AS9102.
• Manipulation of outputs to multiple formats such as linear graphical representation, point cloud comparison, and polar graphics.
• Familiarity with Digital Product Definition (DPD) requirements per D6-51991 desired.

If you feel this is the time to join an expanding company where you can be effective and be noticed for the positive influence you bring, submit your resume online.

Diversity and equity are important values for us, and we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Position is subject to export control regulations as defined in 22 CFR 120.62

This position is for a P6 CPM Scheduler position for major capital improvement projects in the greater Seattle area supporting Transportation, (ports, airports, rail) and Infrastructure projects. These will be onsite/hybrid jobs but you need to be living in the Seattle area...These positions are NOT REMOTE.

Duties:

• Monitor project progress against an established baseline; prepare analyses for staff and stakeholders identifying critical paths, near critical paths, milestone impacts, phasing shifts and potential trends.
• Evaluate requests for time extensions.
• Develop and analyze schedule resources and cost loading.
• Time impact analysis of schedule changes, identify schedule variances and opportunities.
• Management of claims issues.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related field is preferred.
• 10 years of scheduling experience supporting active construction projects, preferably terminal renovation work in either ports, rail or airport. .
• Experience with large-scale, complex construction projects, including roadways, underground utilities and/or other heavy civil projects.
• Experience with Primavera P6 and large-scale construction management software such as Prolog.
• Experience with Primavera Risk Analysis is preferred.

This is an onsite job, meaning you will need to be living here and able to visit job sites. This is NOT remote . If you do not live in Seattle area, do not apply. There are NO relocation funds or per diem. W-2 work only.

Please note: We are a Project Controls firm. We do all our recruitment in-house and do not engage third-party recruiting firms.

12-Month W2 Contract (No Visa Sponsorship/No Student Sponsorship/No C2C)

Onsite daily in Bellevue, WA

Pay up to $38.50/hr. (No PTO and No Paid Holidays)

The ideal candidate will have a solid background supporting both Mac and Windows enterprise environments (over 500 end users), with a stronger emphasis on Mac. Experience supporting SaaS applications such as Okta, Slack, Google Workspace, Github, Gitlab administration, GenAI LLM platform administration are needed. White-glove support supporting VIPs/executives is highly preferred.

The IT Service Desk Technician provides basic technical assistance and support to internal end users as well as augments the IT Service Desk Team by performing repetitive tasks and functions, such as imagining hardware, swapping devices, and counting IT hardware inventory.

Responsibilities:

• Be the face of IT to corporate employees in the respective office location.
• Ensure that the physical IT technology in the office is operational (e.g. AV rooms, wifi, badge readers, cameras, etc).
• Oversee the suite of collaboration tooling in use and ensure end users have great experiences using the tools provided.
• Work to improve the procurement and asset management practices for IT hardware and software.
• Be responsible for the physical inventory of computer assets, and ensure the local equipment is tracked efficiently and securely.
• Work with Finance and IT leadership to manage budgets and costs for IT spend.
• Work with the broader IT team to provide training, documentation, and learning opportunities to peers and IT staff on support processes and techniques.
• Execute standard Onboarding & Offboarding processes for employees joining and leaving the company.
• Engage directly with employees and internal users who are experiencing IT related service issues. Resolve incidents such as network access, hardware break/fix, and software related problems as well as execution of defined service requests (e.g., installing licensed software, provisioning user access to software applications).
• Use defined escalation processes to escalate support issues that require staff with specialized skills or higher-level administrative permissions to resolve.
• Utilize standard operation procedures (SOPs) to perform routine tasks and work with engineering teams to define new SOPs for common support functions.
• Participate in after-hours, on-call support rotation.

Required Skills:

• 3+ years of IT end user support experience in a Mac focused environment (80% Mac/20% Windows)
• Prior experience providing Desktop Support at Tier 2 levels as well as being in an active member of an on-call support rotation.
• Experience using desktop imagining and MDM tools, such as Intune, SmartImager, Imperious, and SmartDeploy.
• Thorough knowledge of PC hardware, PDA devices, desktop software, Windows 10 and 11, O365, anti-virus, internet browsers, and network connectivity.
• Hands-on experience working with and updating support tickets in a ticket management platform such as ServiceNow, Zendesk, or Jira.
• Customer focused approach to delivering excellent service and support to internal customers.

The estimated pay range for this position is USD $35.00/Hr. - USD $38.50/Hr.

Exact compensation and offers of employment are dependent on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, licenses or certifications, and location. We also offer comprehensive benefits. The Talent Acquisition Partner can share more details about compensation or benefits for the role during the interview process.

Overview

A leading employee-owned commercial general contractor in the Seattle market is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join its growing leadership team. This organization is known for delivering complex, high-quality projects across the healthcare, life sciences, and commercial sectors, with a strong reputation for collaboration, innovation, and long-term client partnerships.

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for leading large and complex construction projects from preconstruction through completion, managing project teams, client relationships, and overall project performance. This role offers the opportunity to work on technically sophisticated projects while playing a key role in the continued growth of a respected contractor in the Pacific Northwest.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of complex commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, architects, consultants, and subcontractors
• Oversee project teams including Project Managers, Project Engineers, and field leadership
• Manage project budgets, schedules, procurement strategies, and cost control processes
• Lead contract administration, change order negotiations, and risk management
• Ensure projects meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards
• Drive strong collaboration between preconstruction, field operations, and project management teams
• Support business development efforts by maintaining strong client relationships and identifying new opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline preferred
• 10+ years of experience managing commercial construction projects with a general contractor
• Proven experience delivering large, complex projects in the $50M+ range
• Experience in healthcare, life sciences, medical facilities, or tenant improvement (T.I.) projects is highly preferred
• Strong understanding of project financial management, scheduling, and contract administration
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client management skills
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and high-performance project teams

Compensation

In accordance with Washington salary transparency guidelines, the base salary for this position is up to $250,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

Additional compensation includes:

• Strong performance-based annual bonus
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation
• Competitive long-term financial incentives

Benefits

This role offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contributions
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
• Participation in an employee-owned culture that rewards long-term success

Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Project Manager seeking to step into a high-impact leadership role within a respected, employee-owned contractor delivering some of the most technically advanced construction projects in the Seattle region.

About Basel Capital Holdings LLC

Basel is a forward-thinking residential owner/developer committed to creating premium communities where people love to live. Our projects mean so much more to us – they are thoughtfully designed spaces that foster community connection, luxury finishes, first-class amenities, and long-term value. We believe in integrity, transparency, and collaboration at every stage of development, from groundbreaking to move-in day.

Impact

As our PM, you will be the trusted bridge between owner/developer, contractors, vendors, and consultants, ensuring that each dollar spent and every decision made aligns with our vision, budget, and quality standards. You will safeguard Basel’s interests, while also leading the administration and coordination of design, planning, and execution of our projects. Your expertise will directly shape the success of our developments and the happiness of our future residents.

Role

In this role, you will oversee the entire lifecycle of our projects, from early-stage due diligence and design coordination to construction oversight and final delivery. You will manage schedules, budgets, and subcontractor performance, lead progress meetings, secure permits, and coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and agencies. By closely reviewing change orders, pay applications, and construction progress, you will ensure that the process of construction and development runs smoothly and efficiently. You will work to ensure that every project meets our quality, safety, and environmental standards while resolving on-site challenges and maintaining strong relationships with all stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between ownership, general contractors, architects, and consultants.
• Oversee the full project lifecycle, from design, planning, construction schedules, and subcontractor coordination, to ensure performance, progress, and environmental compliance.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, surveyors, governing agencies, and utility companies to determine project specifications.
• Obtain permits and licenses from appropriate authorities.
• Lead regular construction progress meetings and maintain clear communication with stakeholders.
• Review and monitor design and construction phase documents for conformance with budget, schedule, and prime contract requirements.
• Oversee site contractors, coordinate utilities, and schedule governmental inspections to ensure timely and budget-conscious delivery of the project.
• Review and evaluate Change Orders for accuracy, necessity, and cost impacts, and negotiate adjustments where needed.
• Analyze and approve Pay Applications, verifying work completion against contract terms, schedules, and quality benchmarks.
• Solve on-site issues, including technical problems, drawing discrepancies, material submissions, and alterations.
• Ensure full compliance with safety regulations and quality control standards on the job site.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, designers, vendors, consultants, and other key partners.
• Prepare and maintain detailed project documentation, including meeting minutes, progress reports, and budget tracking.
• Other duties as assigned to support the success of projects and Basel’s goals.

What You'll Bring

• 5+ years of experience in construction project management.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, AIA documentation, and industry-standard pay application/change order processes.
• Ability to read and interpret consultant reports, and architectural and engineering drawings.
• Experience managing permitting processes and coordinating with governmental agencies.
• Strong attention to detail and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to maintain positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Why Basel

• The opportunity to work on high-impact, community-focused projects that shape neighborhoods for decades to come.
• A collaborative, respectful culture where your expertise is valued and your voice is heard.
• Competitive salary, and comprehensive health benefits.
• Professional development support, including industry conference attendance and continuing education reimbursement.

Join Us

If you are ready to champion quality, protect budgets, and deliver exceptional projects, we would love to hear from you. Send your resume to:  We look forward to hearing from you!

We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

Relationship Development: Increase competitive advantage and drive customer satisfaction by building trust and developing strong relationships. Add value in every interaction by working together with customers and internal teams to develop beneficial solutions for their business. Provide higher and differentiating value not by what you sell - but by 'How' you sell.

Targets: Meet/exceed IOP for sales and margin. Develop awareness / sales in the VWR Private Label range to increase margin.

Strategy Implementation: Demonstrate strategic agility in approach to customers and projects (solutions must be tailored to meet individual customer needs). Implement agreed strategies across defined accounts while maintaining and developing existing business.

Business Development: Drive new and existing opportunities by managing territory appropriately to maximize number of customer visits. Call customers frequently to create opportunities for selling the VWR portfolio of products. Understand customer profile, be able to identify trends and opportunities that will generate sales.

Utilize VWR Resources: Utilize local and global internal (cross-functional) and external contacts to help achieve targets. Utilize VWR CRM database to manage customer relationships, interactions and information that will increase effectiveness and aid sales.
Planning/Forecasting: Plan, forecast and achieve objectives and Key Performance Indicators in territory/ accounts, using pre-call planning for increased effectiveness.
Performs other duties as assigned

Who you are:
BA/BSc or equivalent essential
3+ years of experience in a complex sales environment, where multiple clients are involved in the purchasing decision and there is a solution based selling approach plus 1 year leadership experience
A proven track record of verifiable sales success driving growth with a consultative, strategic selling approach Experienced in working in a fast paced and targeted environment, with high team interaction, routinely interacting with customers, manufacturers and colleagues
Business-to-business sales experience, preference may be given to those with distribution experience and a scientific background and/or having worked in a laboratory or research environment
Demonstrated capability to effectively utilize best in class selling processes (e.g. SPIN, Consultative Selling) and technology platforms including CRM Tools
Mandatory attendance of appropriate VWR Sales Trainings

What we are looking for:

Knowledge
A good understanding of company' products, promotions, services- and solution offerings for customers
Must have an in-depth understanding of relationship types and buyer behaviors
Broad understanding of VWR Product & Service portfolio
In-depth understanding of the different VWR functions and their role
Fluent in oral and written English, preferably 1 or 2 more languages

Skills
Ability to take content and structure it in a way that is most appropriate for the audience and objective
Ability to develop mutually beneficial relationships and drive strategic conversations with Customers
A clear ability to manage customer interactions professionally by demonstrating excellent listening and organisational skills, and by using probing questions and reflective language to engage customers and build trust
Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to manage various buyer types and personalities (e.g. technical-, user-, and economic buyers)
Strong organisational skills that drive projects forward
Is able to synthesize and integrate sales data to support management decisions
Ability to work independently and successfully manage time and territory
Strong ability to negotiate large account pricing strategies / contracts
Ability to handle difficult situations effectively

How you will thrive and make an impact:
Builds and maintains clients trust through continuous and transparent engagements throughout projects
Engages in conversations regarding long term strategies and aligns effectively with buyers at every stage of their purchase decision process Is responsible for understanding the strategy of every customer
Innately customer focused and motivated to deliver value in every interaction
Proactive, Inspirational and Team Focused
A natural desire to share knowledge and work with the wider VWR Network and seeks to consistently develop internal and external relationships
Keeps up to date with relevant market trends
Uses specialists to offer valuable insights into addressing problems
Collaborates (with) and orchestrates the broader internal network
Commits to agreed actions on agreed timelines with customers
Focuses on outcomes that they can support and taps into the power of the broader VWR network to support customer projects
Helps to quantify the benefits of the solution to the customer
Develops credibility by challenging the client's thinking to co-create valuable solutions
Drives meaningful conversations with the customer that help to develop a vision including solutions to problems

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is,

This reflects base salary.

This position is subject to incentive compensation, where the expected pre-tax Target Cash Opportunity ("TCO") for this position is based on the achieved sales and in the amount/range of,

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and eligible geographic location.

TCO is defined as Base Salary + Target Sales Incentive (Sales Incentive eligible role only).

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster.

3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

About Washington Shoe Company

Founded in Seattle in 1891, Washington Shoe Company is a fourth-generation family-owned business with a long and proud heritage in the footwear industry. Known for iconic brands like Western Chief, Staheekum, and Chooka, we design and create quality, functional, and stylish footwear for the whole family.

Role Overview

Washington Shoe Company has an opening for a Footwear Designer with strong experience in sneakers, outdoor adventure footwear, and performance-driven design. This role is responsible for creating and developing innovative footwear for Western Chief, Chooka and Staheekum. The ideal candidate brings a keen eye for trend direction, a technical understanding of performance materials, and expertise in designing versatile footwear built for both everyday wear and outdoor environments.

This position requires trend research, CAD development, material and component selection, color design, last understanding, and hands-on participation in fittings. The designer will collaborate closely with co-designers, Production, Sales, and Marketing to maintain and evolve the brand identity.

Please note, to keep our small but mighty team collaborating efficiently, this role is based in person at our Renton HQ.

Key Responsibilities

• Research seasonal sneaker, outdoor, and adventure-footwear trends, including materials, technologies, and color stories; present findings through inspirational trend boards for Sales and Marketing.
• Utilize product selling data and line plans to design 2–3 collections per year, including inline, catalog, and special make-up programs.
• Create detailed spec tech packs, CADs, and design documentation for sample development.
• Communicate with overseas factories and agents using clear visual and physical references to ensure design accuracy and execution.
• Partner with sourcing and costing to ensure materials, constructions, and components meet cost and margin targets.
• Engineer and modify designs based on factory capabilities, performance requirements, and cost considerations while preserving brand integrity and design intent.
• Participate in wear-testing, fittings, and QC reviews to validate comfort, performance, and durability.
• Manage multiple projects from concept and proto development through commercialization and production handoff.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally for meetings, tradeshows, development reviews, and factory visits.

Qualifications and Bonus Points

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Industrial Design, Footwear Design, Product Design, or related field.
• 3+ years of footwear design experience, with strong preference for sneaker, outdoor, or performance footwear categories.
• Deep knowledge and passion for footwear construction, materials, and industrial/product design.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and relevant 3D/CAD programs (e.g., Illustrator, Photoshop; 3D a plus).
• Utilize AI-driven trend forecasting, material inspiration, and rapid concept generation to enhance design development.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present concepts clearly.
• Creative, strategic thinker with the ability to balance innovation with commercial viability.
• Problem-solving mindset, collaborative approach, and proactive “can-do” attitude.

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits package; medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401k plus company match
• Employee purchase credit
• Paid volunteer hours
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A collaborative and supportive team environment with a flat organizational structure
• Open work environment with a casual dress code

Compensation dependent on experience $70,000 - $90,000 annually