Project Engineer

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THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #48 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

KCI Technologies is hiring a Project Engineer to join our Structures team in Pennsylvania.

The Project Engineer will be responsible for performing calculations and creating details for transportation structures utilizing PennDOT software and Microstation. The Project Engineer will also be responsible for assisting with mentoring and training junior staff.

Qualified Candidates will have:

Familiarity with PennDOT bridge design and associated programs

Experience with Microstation and OpenBridge Modeler preferred

Deliver work products within budget and on PennDOT’s required schedule

PE certification required

Good problem solving, communication, and technical writing skills are required. A solid background of reliability, commitment to task and project completion and success is required.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering; Appropriate graduate level work is preferred.

Minimum of 5 - 9 years of professional experience.

Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Performance Expectations

Submit for approval and deliver timely annual Employee Performance Appraisals for assigned staff

Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence

Comply with all KCI policies and procedures

Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements

Manage work routine of all assigned staff and assign job activities as required

Complete other duties as required/assigned

Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target(75%-80% typical)

Attend bi-weekly(or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects/tasks

Chart and provide task performance results

Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope

Consult and coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants as required

Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters

Prepare interpractice agreements and/or outside requests as required

Provide technical project and staff oversight

Serve as task manager on select projects

Compare field data to base plan

Conduct site visits and gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes and photographs as needed

Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications and cost estimates for review and approval

Prepare preliminary concept designs and submit for approval

Read and interpret technical documents needed for performance of job

Review and approve shop drawings

Complete Annual Individual Training Program

KCI Technologies, Inc. is 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, disability or veteran status.

Full-Time Regular - 40 hours