Engineering Vs Engineering Technology Degree Jobs in Usa

About Us

We are building a large-scale, next-generation advanced manufacturing facility backed by global industry leaders. With significant investment and rapid growth underway, our team is scaling from startup to a high-volume, industry-leading operation. This is a rare opportunity to join early, help shape systems and standards from the ground up, and play a key role in delivering critical products to a global market.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a high-growth, well-capitalized manufacturing buildout with significant long-term upside
• Influence strategy, systems, and culture from the ground up
• Lead a highly visible function critical to product performance and customer success
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and operations leaders
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and strong career progression opportunities

Job Details

• Lead and scale reliability engineering programs, including lab operations, product qualification, and long-term performance validation
• Oversee full-scale laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and supporting internal and customer testing needs
• Drive reliability strategy across multiple product lines, ensuring products meet long-term performance and durability requirements
• Partner cross-functionally with R&D, quality, and manufacturing teams to support NPI, validation, and ongoing testing initiatives
• Lead root cause analysis, reliability investigations, and continuous improvement efforts using structured methodologies (DOE, FMEA, Weibull, etc.)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with 10+ years of experience in manufacturing (e.g., energy, electronics, semiconductor, automotive)
• Proven leadership experience in reliability engineering, including lab operations and team management
• Strong expertise in reliability testing, statistical analysis, and problem-solving methodologies (e.g., DOE, FMEA, Weibull)

We are currently seeking a Sr. Manager, Engineering to join our Minneapolis Milk Plant in Minneapolis, MN. In this newly created role, you will oversee and manage all aspects of the engineering and maintenance functions optimizing productivity and maintaining the facility's infrastructure and equipment. As a people leader, you will direct a team of maintenance supervisors and technicians and work closely with plant management to accomplish goals while demonstrating Kemps' Culture of Excellence principles.

Kemps is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients, and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we're passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm owners.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure mechanical and electrical expertise is available to production and other departments to maintain production systems, utilities, buildings, and grounds in a 24-hour 7-day per week operation.
• Ensure the site has an effective predictive/preventative maintenance program which has a maintenance strategy for all assets to remove unscheduled down time, increase the lifespan of assets by keeping them in optimal condition, and contain maintenance strategies so assets are timely maintained to minimize costs of asset breakdowns.
• Utilize a computerized maintenance management system to optimize asset utilization through scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Collaborate with plant management and corporate staff to utilize equipment to improve employee safety, production quality, equipment reliability, and overall equipment effectiveness by utilizing Continuous Improvement techniques and a Management Operating Structure (MOS).
• Collaborate with senior management to identify and prioritize capital improvement projects. Recommend expense or capital projects which are necessary or will improve productivity, safety, or operational efficiency.
• Remain current with the latest and emerging industry regulations and codes relative to mechanical and electrical systems design and operation.
• Prepare and manage the department's budget, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources.
• Perform replacement analysis of equipment considering space costs, depreciation, service life, and maintenance costs; advise production management of information and recommend appropriate actions.
• Source and evaluate vendors, contractors, and suppliers to obtain quality products and services at competitive prices. Negotiate contracts and agreements with external parties as necessary.
• Promote a safe and environmentally sound workplace that complies with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Provide management of employees directly or through supervisors to ensure effective selection, retention, development, disciplinary action, and performance management. If a collective bargaining agreement exists, may participate in negotiations, grievances, or other contract-related activities and discussions.
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline is strongly preferred.
• 8+ years' experience in engineering or maintenance functions in a food manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience of maintenance personnel is required.
• Experience managing budgets and capital projects.
• Ability to develop, scope, schedule, budget, and lead plant capex projects utilizing CAD and/or other tools.
• Experience with electrical motor control circuitry up to 480V 3 phase is preferred.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting; Allen Bradley experience preferred.
• Ammonia/Refrigeration level 2 certification required (or willing to obtain certification).
• Boiler 1B or greater MN license required (or willing to obtain certification).
• Technical knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, regulatory compliance, and environmental best practices required.
• Union (for union facilities), Safety, and Worker's Compensation experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Auto CAD (preferred).
• Experience leading and following Safety/Security Policies and Procedures.

Benefits:

• Health and Welfare benefits begin 1st of the month after start date
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Service recognition and employee rewards
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Work for dairy farm families

Job Title: Engineering - Airframe Stress Analysis Engineer

Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76119

Duration: 12 months contract on W2 (possible extension)

1st (07:00 AM - 03:30 PM)

Onsite Opportunity

Position Responsibilities:

∙ Support airframe structural designs based on trade studies, research, and analysis.

∙ Responsible for performing detailed analysis of advanced composite and metallic structure using classical hand calculations and FE tools to develop high performance airframe structures.

∙ Perform static analysis using industry standard calculations methods (i.e. Bruhn, Roark Flabel, and O.E.M. structures manuals).

∙ Coordinate with other engineering, manufacturing, or specialty personnel to resolve problems.

∙ Apply scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure the outcome and consequence of design, in terms of stress, strength, life, stiffness, and weight, providing alternatives as needed.

∙ Oversee and monitor product acceptance procedures and parameters to achieve product reliability and safety standards (e.g. failure analysis).

∙ Contribute to the completion milestones associated with specific projects (e.g. create functional diagrams and system layouts; review detailed drawings and schematics; define data structure, interfaces and analyze material requirements).

∙ Execute Tasks to Cost and Schedule Requirements.

∙ Support supplier / teammate design activity.

∙ Support test activity, including test plan development, execution, and reports.

∙ Create and present design plans and analysis to leadership with supporting recommendation(s).

∙ Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills.

Education Requirements:

∙ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required. Major in Aerospace or Mechanical with focus on structural analysis is preferred. Other degrees may be considered.

Position Requirements:

∙ Multiple levels of experience will be considered with at least 5 years experience in structural analysis. Aerospace industry is preferred but other relevant experience may be considered.

∙ Experience in helicopter or tiltrotor structural design is preferred, including composites.

∙ Must have the ability to communicate efficiently and effectively to coordinate design and analysis activities, prioritize tasks, and report status to design leads.

∙ Must be able to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, internal and external suppliers, as well as horizontal integrations across the other teams to complete design tasks.

∙ Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required.

∙ Proficiency in Finite Element Analysis using MSC.NASTRAN and Altair Hypermesh

∙ Must have the ability to work effectively within a team.

∙ Must have the ability to prioritize a variety of assignments.

∙ Good interpersonal and organizational skills are required.

Our client in the public infrastructure sector is seeking a contract based Portfolio Manager to oversee portfolio-level planning, budgeting, scheduling, and performance management across a range of capital and operating projects, while partnering closely with engineering, construction, and line-of-business stakeholders.

Duration: 1 year

Location: Hybrid New York, NY

Responsibilities

• Support the Engineer of Projects (EOP) in the planning, execution, and closeout of projects within the assigned portfolio
• Coordinate portfolio-level budgets, schedules, and resource planning across multiple engineering projects
• Develop and maintain project delivery plans including scope, deliverables, timelines, resources, and cost estimates
• Collaborate with design, construction, and line departments to support capital plan development, project prioritization, and feasibility assessments
• Establish and manage work breakdown structures (WBS) to support project planning and execution
• Review project delivery plans against approved budgets, cost models, and historical performance; identify and reconcile variances
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including cost, schedule, accruals, MWBE participation, and risk metrics
• Prepare and maintain accurate expenditure forecasts and performance reports
• Facilitate project and portfolio meetings, capturing key decisions, risks, and action items
• Track progress across all projects within the portfolio and provide regular status updates to stakeholders and leadership
• Support development of capital planning materials and Board-level reporting documentation
• Assist in creating supporting materials such as presentations, reports, and data visualizations
• Contribute to the development and implementation of project delivery policies, standards, and procedures

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing or supporting the delivery of capital projects with significant design and construction components
• Proven experience in budget tracking, cost forecasting, and schedule management across multiple projects
• Strong understanding of project delivery lifecycle, including planning, execution, and closeout phases
• Experience working with cross-functional teams including engineering, construction, and business stakeholders

Nice to Have:

• Proficiency with project management tools such as Primavera P6 and Primavera Risk Analysis
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret project performance data and identify trends and risks
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently
• Excellent organizational and planning capabilities
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership and large stakeholder groups
• Proven interpersonal, leadership, negotiation, and decision-making skills

Build a Career That Matters with One of the World's Most Respected Employers!

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THE OPPORTUNITY

Michelin has Summer 2026 openings for an Engineering Internships. This opportunity is located in Greenville, SC. Students will be responsible for working on a project team to analyze data, improve production and quality performance. Michelin's purpose is to support everyone's right to move freely to find their better way forward. If respect for people, teamwork and trust are some values you live by you should consider joining us, the Worldwide leader in Tires!

Michelin, the leading mobility company, is working with tires, around tires and beyond tires to enable Motion for Life. Dedicated to enhancing its clients' mobility and sustainability, Michelin designs and distributes the most suitable tires, services and solutions for its customers' needs. Michelin provides digital services, maps and guides to help enrich trips and travels and make them unique experiences. Bringing its expertise to new markets, the company is investing in high-technology materials, 3D printing and hydrogen, to serve a wide variety of industries - from aerospace to biotech.

Get in the driver's seat and be on your way to a meaningful professional journey!

WHAT WILL YOU DO

• Provide leadership, support, and direction to empower wage production operators to achieve their common objectives.
• Work effectively with maintenance, quality, and other cross functional teams to meet daily/annual performance goals and continuous improvement/progress efforts.
• Monitor the short and long-term needs of the facility to ensure succession needs are met and employees are afforded opportunities for development and career growth.
• Facilitate the identification and implementation of process and team improvements.

WHAT WILL YOU BRING

• A willingness to work in an industrial plant environment (Monday-Friday on day shift).
• The ability to interact in a professional manner with external partners, suppliers, customers, and colleagues.
• Success in working with other people or team to meet a common objective.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to learn other software systems.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Currently enrolled full time at an accredited four-year college or university.
• US citizen, permanent resident or otherwise authorized to work for Michelin on an ongoing, indefinite basis. This position is not available for immigration sponsorship.

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Ready to Shape the Future of Innovation?

Michelin is building a world-leading manufacturer of life-changing composites and experiences. Pioneering engineered materials for more than 130 years, Michelin is uniquely positioned to make decisive contributions to human progress and a more sustainable world. Drawing on its deep know-how in polymer composite materials, Michelin is constantly innovating to manufacture high-quality tires and components for critical applications in demanding fields as varied as mobility, construction, aeronautics, low-carbon energies and healthcare.

The care placed in its products and deep customer knowledge inspire Michelin to offer the finest experiences. This spans from providing data- and AI-based connected solutions for professional fleets to recommending outstanding restaurants and hotels curated by the MICHELIN Guide.

Why Michelin?

• Career Growth: Personalized development plans, mentorship, and cross-functional opportunities. Unique career paths and opportunities for advancement.

• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a diverse, supportive environment where your competencies, contributions and behaviors are recognized. Option to join one of our Connected Communities.

• Innovation-Driven: Work on projects that matter-from sustainable materials to digital transformation.

• Community Impact: Be part of a company that does what's right. We use sustainable business practices while balancing the needs of our customers and communities.

Michelin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. Consistent with these obligations, Michelin also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please contact us at .

This position is not available for immigration sponsorship.

We build the future with people like you. Begin your career with Michelin today!

About Pinterest:

Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we're on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product.

Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other's unique experiences and embrace theflexibility to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It's Possible.

At Pinterest, AI isn't just a feature, it's a powerful partner that augments our creativity and amplifies our impact, and we're looking for candidates who are excited to be a part of that. To get a complete picture of your experience and abilities, we'll explore your foundational skills and how you collaborate with AI.

Through our interview process, what matters most is that you can always explain your approach, showing us not just what you know, but how you think. You can read more about our AI interview philosophy and how we use AI in our recruiting process here.

With more than 500 million users around the world and 300 billion ideas saved, Pinterest Machine Learning engineers build personalized experiences to help Pinners create a life they love. With just over 4,000 global employees, our teams are small, mighty, and still growing. At Pinterest, you'll experience hands-on access to an incredible vault of data and contribute large-scale recommendation systems in ways you won't find anywhere else.

Within the Monetization ML Engineering team, we try to connect the dots between the aspirations of Pinners and the products offered by our partners. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing a vision for the evolution of the machine learning technology stack within Ads.

What you'll do:

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• Build cutting edge technology using the latest advances in deep learning and machine learning to personalize Pinterest
  
• Partner closely with teams across Pinterest to experiment and improve ML models for various product surfaces (Homefeed, Ads, Growth, Shopping, and Search), while gaining knowledge of how ML works in different areas
  
• Use data driven methods and leverage the unique properties of our data to improve candidates retrieval
  
• Work in a high-impact environment with quick experimentation and product launches
  
• Keep up with industry trends in recommendation systems
  
• Leverage LLMs to enhance content understanding
  

What we're looking for:

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• 2+ years of industry experience applying machine learning methods (e.g., user modeling, personalization, recommender systems, search, ranking, natural language processing, reinforcement learning, and graph representation learning)
  
• Degree in computer science, statistics, or related field; or equivalent experience
  
• End-to-end hands-on experience with building data processing pipelines, large scale machine learning systems, and big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop/Spark)
  
• Practical knowledge of large scale recommender systems, or modern ads ranking, retrieval, targeting, marketplace systems
  
• Nice to have:
  
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  • M.S. or PhD in Machine Learning or related areas
    
  • Publications at top ML conferences
    
  • Expertise in scalable realtime systems that process stream data
    
  • Passion for applied ML and the Pinterest product
    
  • Background in computational advertising
    
  
  
  

Relocation Statement:

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• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.
  

#LI-HYBRID

At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.

Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here.

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

About Pinterest:

Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we're on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product.

Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other's unique experiences and embrace theflexibility to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It's Possible.

At Pinterest, AI isn't just a feature, it's a powerful partner that augments our creativity and amplifies our impact, and we're looking for candidates who are excited to be a part of that. To get a complete picture of your experience and abilities, we'll explore your foundational skills and how you collaborate with AI.

Through our interview process, what matters most is that you can always explain your approach, showing us not just what you know, but how you think. You can read more about our AI interview philosophy and how we use AI in our recruiting process here.

With more than 600 million users around the world and 300 billion ideas saved, Pinterest Machine Learning engineers build personalized experiences to help Pinners create a life they love. With just over 4,000 global employees, our teams are small, mighty, and still growing. At Pinterest, you'll experience hands-on access to an incredible vault of data and contribute large-scale recommendation systems in ways you won't find anywhere else.

Within the Monetization ML Engineering team, we try to connect the dots between the aspirations of Pinners and the products offered by our partners. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing a vision for the evolution of the machine learning technology stack within Ads.

What you'll do:

• 
  
• Build cutting edge technology using the latest advances in deep learning and machine learning to personalize Pinterest
  
• Partner closely with teams across Pinterest to experiment and improve ML models for various product surfaces (Homefeed, Ads, Growth, Shopping, and Search), while gaining knowledge of how ML works in different areas
  
• Use data driven methods and leverage the unique properties of our data to improve candidates retrieval
  
• Work in a high-impact environment with quick experimentation and product launches
  
• Keep up with industry trends in recommendation systems
  
• Leverage LLMs to enhance content understanding
  

What we're looking for:

• 
  
• 2+ years of industry experience applying machine learning methods (e.g., user modeling, personalization, recommender systems, search, ranking, natural language processing, reinforcement learning, and graph representation learning)
  
• Degree in computer science, machine learning, statistics, or related field
  
• End-to-end hands-on experience with building data processing pipelines, large scale machine learning systems, and big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop/Spark)
  
• Practical knowledge of large scale recommender systems, or modern ads ranking, retrieval, targeting, marketplace systems
  
• Nice to have:
  
  
  • 
    
  • Publications at top ML conferences
    
  • Expertise in scalable realtime systems that process stream data
    
  • Passion for applied ML and the Pinterest product
    
  • Background in computational advertising
    
  
  
  

Relocation Statement:

• 
  
• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.
  

#LI-HYBRID

#LI-SM4

At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.

Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here.

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

Avantor is seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Engineering Technician to be responsible for activities relating to the daily production engineering release process for single use products.

This includes: generation of production protocols, process and quality improvement, production flow and standard work development, process definition, and documentation. This person will also ensure the assembly meets the performance criteria required by the customer.

This is a full-time position that will be based out of our Devens, MA office and will work closely with the operations, quality, and design engineering teams.

What we're looking for:

• Education:
• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent degree with experience in technical writing.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 3-5 years of direct floor support experience or assembly experience desired.
• Additional Qualifications:
• Familiarity with operating in an ISO-9000, cGMP and Lean Manufacturing environment preferred.
• Computer literacy is required. (MS Word, Excel & PP)
• Familiarity with FDA documentation preferred.
• Ability to define and develop single piece flow production methods in support of single use sterile assemblies.
• Ability to read and work with technical drawings and translate into documents for production use.

How you will thrive and create an impact:

• Responsible for daily production support to generate production protocols, creation of standard work documents, and process fixture.
• Assist in resolving customer complaints in a timely manner; notify management of problems and suggest corrective actions.
• Lead & assist with process development and improvement activities.
• Support the implementation and validation of process and product documentation.
• Develop and implement various tooling and fixturing to meet the needs of the manufacturing department
• Support and implement preventative maintenance and calibration programs.
• Understand and support company operating procedures to provide proper and effective service to all customers and foster the development of long term business relationships.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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

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

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.

Electrical Engineering Manager

Ground Systems - Autonomous flight

Salary: Flexible +equity

Location: San Francisco (generous relocation package available)

The Role - Electrical Engineering Manager

This technical leader will guide and grow these teams as well as be able to own parts of the design directly as the team scales. You and your teams will be responsible for architecting and developing custom Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs), integrated sensing and RF solutions

Responsibilities - Electrical Engineering Manager

• Be the electrical engineering technical leader for ground systems design including low voltage electronics and PCBA development, power electronics and RF systems
• Build your teams by hiring and coaching world class engineers
• Design and validate to safety and certification standards
• Liaise with other technical leaders both within and outside of the Ground Systems Hardware
• Leverage your technical leadership experience in hardware design
• Establish best practices, standards, and design and release review processes

Experience and skillset - Electrical Engineering Manager

• 8+ years of demonstrated experience with electronics designs and system integration
• 2+ year leading a technical engineering team, and direct hiring management experience
• Working with products across various stages of development, from prototype - production
• Ability to operate in ambiguous and fast paced environments
• Experience in either Low voltage digital circuit design and/or power electronics design
• You’re hands-on with hardware; you know your way around tools

All successful Electrical Engineering Managers will be contacted within 2 days of application

Water/Wastewater Engineer – Project Manager – Treatment

– Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

Our client is a global, full-service infrastructure consulting and engineering firm with a strong, nationally recognized Water/Wastewater practice. They deliver complex treatment, conveyance, and pumping solutions for municipal and utility clients across Virginia and the broader region. If you are a senior water/wastewater engineer who enjoys leading multidisciplinary teams and owning projects from concept through construction, this is a fantastic role for you

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management – Treatment Focus: Lead planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater treatment plant projects and related facilities (including pumping stations and associated collection/distribution infrastructure) for municipal and utility clients.
• Scope, Schedule & Budget: Manage multiple concurrent projects, taking ownership of scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, resource planning, change management, and contract closeout.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical direction and QA/QC for treatment process design, pumping facilities, and associated civil/mechanical components; review calculations, plans, and specifications prepared by project teams.
• Client Interface: Serve as a primary point of contact for key clients in the Hampton Roads region; lead progress meetings, present technical findings, and build long-term client relationships.
• Team Mentorship: Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, supporting their technical growth and helping to develop the next generation of project leaders.
• Cross-Discipline Coordination: Collaborate with other internal disciplines (civil, structural, electrical, controls, construction management) and external stakeholders to resolve design and interface issues.
• Business Development: Support and lead pursuits, including identifying opportunities, helping shape win strategies, preparing proposals and fee estimates, and participating in interviews and presentations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical Engineering, or closely related discipline from an accredited program.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in water/wastewater engineering, with significant focus on treatment plant design and project delivery.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Demonstrated experience managing water/wastewater projects from planning through design and into construction, including responsibility for schedule and budget.
• Strong technical skills in water/wastewater treatment processes, pumping facilities, and collection/distribution systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to lead client meetings and prepare clear technical reports and presentations.

Preferred Experience

• 10–15 years of experience in municipal water/wastewater consulting, with an emphasis on treatment plant projects.
• Direct experience working with Hampton Roads and Virginia municipal/utility clients and familiarity with regional permitting and regulatory requirements.
• Prior responsibility for project financial performance, staff management/mentorship, and pursuit strategy on key water/wastewater projects.
• Involvement in professional organizations such as WEF and AWWA.

Why This Role?

• Impactful Work: Lead critical water and wastewater treatment projects that support resilient, sustainable communities in the Hampton Roads region.
• Leadership Opportunity: Step into a highly visible PM role with room to shape project teams, client relationships, and future pursuits.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Strong salary range, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package through our client.
• Professional Growth: Join a top-tier Water/Wastewater practice with clear advancement paths and support for professional development, licensure, and industry involvement.

Location

Role will be based out of their Virginia Beach, VA office.

Candidates should currently reside in, or be willing to relocate to, the Hampton Roads area.