Hybrid Project Engineer

at E2 Optics

• Job title: Project Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, San Antonio, United States

About the role

• Project Engineer managing data center engineering and training at E2 Optics. Overseeing project efficiency and compliance while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Safety is E2 Optics' number one Core Value. All employees are expected to follow safe work practices, as well as adhere to company and client worksite safety policies and procedures
• Promote company Core Values to foster and safeguard family-centric culture
• Develops and enhances data center technical training, SOPs and work instructions to ensure compliance with customer quality plan and industry standards
• Provides field and project engineering, quality control, contract administration, shop drawing review, submittals, scheduling, RFIs and related project support functions per contract
• Manages change orders, including administration, pricing, submission, and tracking
• Assists in establishing the construction plan and engineering methods per the projects scope of work and project specifications
• Provides certifiable training on various test equipment systems, processes and procedures
• Establish methods by which all field testing is administered and develop various means utilizing best practices to monitor the quality of testing activities
• Manages and coordinates closeout operations to include the review and validation of test reports, redlines and as-built drawings, warranties and other required project documentation per contracts
• Coordinates and reviews drawings, submissions, specifications, changes and document control
• Manages contracts including administration, defining the scope of work, answering inquiries, monitoring progress, tracking and manages the project closeout functions
• Coordinates with the project and field management teams and field personnel to design temporary works, audits and inspections for cabling installations
• Oversees Inventory control, monitoring and tracking of test equipment and resources
• Collaborate with the project team to create and define methods to improve project efficiencies in order to maintain and increase project profitability
• Create the framework used to develop project metrics and manage the collection of data
• Provides technical and regulatory compliance expertise and support throughout the organization
• Drive continuous improvement activities and support Lean initiatives across the site to align with deployed corporate strategic goals

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Construction Management, Project Management or Engineering. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education
• 3 - 5 years experience in structure cabling design work
• RCDD (BICSI: Registered Communications Distribution Design)
• Applicable Project Management Certification
• Strong leadership, communication, influencing and collaborative skills
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills and decision making
• Large data center construction, design and technical knowledge preferred
• Documented designer skills
• Blue Beam experience highly preferred
• Knowledge of construction technology, scheduling, equipment and methods required
• Ability to identify and meet customers expectations and requirements
• Must be a self-starter and a problem solver
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with changing priorities as necessary
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
• Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the role
• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
• Self-motivated with excellent work ethics
• Demonstrated ability to resolve complex problems and issues
• Strategic planning skills
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, etc.) and MS Suite

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• BICSI training facilities
• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays