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J.A. Watts, LLC

Senior Project Engineer I

lisle, IL

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About this opportunity

J.A. Watts, LLC lists this Senior Project Engineer I opportunity in lisle, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

J. A. Watts, LLC. (JWI) is a woman-founded professional services firm that believes in treating its clients and employees like family at every level of our company. Our family culture is what we’re known for, and we work to stay true to who we are. That’s how we manage our projects and how we recruit THE Best People in our industry. Our clients come from all walks of life, and so do we, which makes us stronger together.

The Senior Project Engineer I role will manage all areas of projects including oversight and engineering design, procurement, and construction inspection. The Senior Project Engineer I will also lead and support a multi-discipline team through the development of designs for electrical power distribution systems, transportation systems, roadway lighting, intelligent transportation system (ITS), vehicle charging stations, pump stations, and fiber optic networks.

The Senior Project Engineer I will play an active role in the development of plans, specifications, estimates and reports in support of projects for both vertical and horizontal infrastructure. The Senior Project Engineer I will report to the Lisle office or to a project site a minimum of three (3) days per week as required by the project or as directed by their manager.

Duties And Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate all technical aspects of a project including contract submission, designs, testing, and data collection and analysis. Advise and provide suggestions as applicable

Review project plans and proposals and suggest updates or maintain changes as needed

Perform complex technical assignments throughout assigned projects including construction layout, calculating and verifying engineering calculations, inspecting construction work, and conducting field tests

Responsible for performing complex technical assignments throughout assigned projects including construction layout, calculating and verifying engineering calculations, inspecting construction work, and conducting field tests

Prepare and distribute specifications and timeline of the project to both internal and external clients

Provide status reports of projects on timeline and budget

Allocate project resources appropriately and within the project budget and provide suggestions or adjustments as needed

Oversee work completed including external contractors and act as the point person for the project

Perform overall quality control of the work and regularly report on project status

Interact daily with the clients and propose project updates as needed

Maintain project integrity and reputation through compliance with state and federal regulations

Cooperate and communicate effectively with team members to provide assistance and support

Perform other duties as required/directed

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program

7+ years' professional project experience with design and development of electrical power distribution, roadway lighting, ITS, or traffic signals

Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to complete within first year of employment

Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills

Ability to work in multi-discipline engineering teams of civil and mechanical engineers

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong time management skills, works well in a fast-paced environment, and able to handle multiple tasks at a time

Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and decision making abilities

Knowledgeable with rules, regulations, best practices, procedures, standard engineering techniques, and performance standards

Experience applying National Electrical Code to a wide variety of projects and designing electrical systems supporting infrastructure projects

Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite) and experience using AutoCAD or MicroStation design software

Knowledge of and experience in roadway lighting, ITS, and fiber optic infrastructure, and complex lighting

NCEES Account to achieve Professional Registrations in other jurisdictions (preferred)

Valid driver’s license & ability to travel for site visits.

Company Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance options for employee and family

Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options available

Company-provided group life, short and long-term disability, and voluntary life options

Matching 401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Student debt repayment resources available

ID Theft protection

Professional development and tuition assistance

Company-sponsored social events

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Salary Description

$124,800 - $156,000

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Worksite address

lisle, IL, 60532, US

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