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Senior Engineer - ETMS
Manufacturer in Georgia

Project Team Leader and Manager
Sustainable design firm in Washington, DC

Senior Transportation Planner
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada

Reliability Engineer
Manufacturer in Georgia

PCA/MEP Assessor
Engineering firm in MA

Development Services Administrator - Gas Well
City of Fort Worth, Texas

Senior Civil Engineer
San Diego office of national engineering firm

Various Ethanol Plant Positions
Ethanol producer in South Dakota

Mechanical and Electrical Engineers
MEP engineering firm in Texas

Civil Engineering/Survey Openings
Multidisciplinary engineering firm

Civil Engineer
Engineering firm in Pennsylvania

Geotechnical Field/Laboratory Technician
Geotechnical engineering firm in Montana

Senior Civil Engineer
Roadway engineer in Chicago area

Many Opportunities Available
Multidisciplinary engineering firm in the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast

Senior Engineer - ETMS

Company name: Georgia Pacific
Location: Atlanta, GA

Georgia-Pacific has an exciting new way of thinking and working, and we are looking for individuals dedicated to our philosophy of securing a bright future for themselves and Georgia-Pacific. As a world leader in consumer, paper, packaging, and building products, we offer the stability of an 80-year old company and the creative energy of a brand new one!

Responsibilities
The candidate must be able to design, develop, engineer, and install equipment and systems for real-time process control applications in the pulp and paper industry. This responsibility includes developing project scope, cost estimate, equipment specifications, instrument specifications, construction bid packages, project schedule, and execution plans. Will ensure project tasks and objectives are clearly outlined and followed to completion. Will manage financial aspects and will maintain projects on projected budgets. Candidate must be able to communicate effectively to all parties involved, including management.

Job Summary:

• Perform process control engineering, design evaluations, coordination, and problem analysis of process control systems for the Engineering, Technology and Manufacturing Support Department of Georgia-Pacific. Travel away from the office averages about 50% plus.
• Professional Engineering License (desirable but not mandatory)
• Membership and participation in appropriate technical societies - optional.

Duties:

• The primary responsibility of this person would be to support the ETMS capital projects.
• The secondary responsibility would be to support the Process Control Center of Excellence leader and his efforts and participate in managing the mill surveys as part of reliability improvements.
• Provide conceptual design of state-of-the-art process control systems.
• Prepare specifications, bid packages and bid evaluations for process controls equipment and construction services on small projects.
• Prepare technical and economic feasibility studies for modifications or additions to process control systems, including benchmarking of existing control system installations.
• Coordinate, review, and approve process control designs prepared by engineering consultants and vendors.
• Provide check-out and start-up assistance for new G-P facilities.
• Analyze problems within existing process control systems and implement recommendations for corrections.
• Maintain technical competence in the field of process control, including being aware of emerging technologies.
• Design Industrial data, communication, and control networks, including copper, optical, and wireless.
• Develop justifications and DMFs as required.
• Size, specify, and procure a wide range of control equipment.
• Provide project field support including construction supervision and equipment commissioning.

Education
Candidate for this position would have a BSEE, BSChE, or BSME degree, a background and minimum of ten years experience related to process control systems design for industrial plant operations in the pulp and paper Industry

Basic Qualifications
Candidate must be experienced in the DCS/PLC system design and programming and proficient in application of the industrial instrumentation, including transmitters, controllers, and final control elements. Candidate’s experience must also include selection, configuration, application, and troubleshooting of field instruments, control systems, and final control elements.

A working knowledge of the application of computers, networks, ethernet, and other software to process control is a must. Must be willing to travel and work overtime as needed.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

• DCS system design and configuration
• Developing process control functional descriptions
• Developing process control specifications and standards
• Ability to organize, engineer, and implement multiple assigned projects
• Providing construction, checkout, and startup support
• Providing process control audits and process optimization
• Familiar with Entech process control concepts
• Knowledge of paper machine gauging systems
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot process control and instrumentation problems
• Ability to work in a team environment

Competencies:
Candor/integrity, sense of urgency, team work, communicating, accountability

Georgia-Pacific recognizes that our people make the difference. We offer a competitive salary and an attractive benefit package to include medical, dental, 401K, and more! We are an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V. For more exciting opportunities please visit our website at www.gp.com.

FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION, PLEASE APPLY ON-LINE

Project Team Leader and Manager

Description:

Provide management and project team leadership in Sustainable Design Consulting’s branch office in Washington, DC, overseeing administration, H. R. management, green building project and training management and the associated teams, and coordination of office-specific fiscal reporting activities. Develop improvements to existing and new consulting services. Participate in company strategic planning and long term growth plans.

Requirements:

Must be degreed in and have a minimum of 20 years experience in the building industry to provide staff management and project team leadership in green building / LEED consulting projects. Masters preferred in program related to the building industry such as mechanical engineering, architecture, interior design, construction management or facilities management. Candidate should have a minimum of 10 years experience specific to project management in a related field with substantial staff supervisory and senior level management experience. LEED professional accreditation required. Experience in a consulting firm setting a plus. To forward a resume and cover letter, go to Careers at www.sustaindesign.net.

Skills:

• Experience providing leadership and developing all areas of the operation of an organization/branch office
• Ability to develop and retain a professional consulting team
• Ability to prioritize project tasks as needed to maintain continued progression of projects
• Proficiency in green building general concepts, the LEED Rating System and the commercial green building industry
• Proficiency in navigating architectural and engineering drawings and specifications
• Familiarity with the USGBC website and LEED-Online
• Familiarity with interaction between LEED and different building types and familiar with USGBC credit interpretation requests
• Proficiency in design and construction sequencing, and experience in all phases of project delivery
• Exceptional building-related technical skills a plus
• High level of multiple types of intelligence
• Exceptional command of information ranging from the day-to-day details to the big picture
• Focused on all aspects of branch office success
• Flexibility to move swiftly between job functions
• Outstanding communication skills
• Comfortable with public speaking; able to appropriately represent office and company
• Familiar with principles of marketing to further SDC’s presence in the marketplace
• Ability to oversee the management and coordination of all fiscal reporting activities for the office
  

Senior Transportation Planner

The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (Las Vegas) is recruiting for a Senior Transportation Planner in its Travel Demand Modeling (TDM) team with responsibility for network and other TDM-related work. Also performs complex and advanced professional level planning duties in support of transportation plans, programs, and studies. Requires a bachelor’s degree in planning or a closely related field and four years of full-time demonstrated professional planning experience. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Travel Demand Modeling and network geocoding. Salary range: $53,475 - $89,125.

EMPLOYEES DO NOT PAY STATE INCOME TAX OR SOCIAL SECURITY. EMPLOYER-PAID RETIREMENT PLAN.

For more information and to submit your online application and supplemental assessment, visit our website at www.rtcsnv.com

Application deadline: May 20, 2008 at 5:00 p.m.

Reliability Engineer

Company: Georgia Pacific
Location: Cedar Springs, GA

Georgia-Pacific has an exciting new way of thinking and working, and we are looking for individuals dedicated to our philosophy of securing a bright future for themselves and Georgia-Pacific. As a world leader in consumer, paper, packaging and building products, we offer the stability of an 80-year old company and the creative energy of a brand new one!

Responsibilities
Position will work as part of a team to support the mill effort to safely improve the equipment reliability by applying reliability principles such as reliability centered maintenance (RCM), and root cause failure analysis (RCFA) to identify the appropriate predictive and preventative maintenance (PPM) procedures. Responsibilities include: provide technical expertise for equipment maintenance, maintenance standards, and procedures for mill rotating equipment; proactively identify, troubleshoot, and eliminate rotating equipment issues; apply the concepts of precision maintenance to ensure that equipment is repaired, balanced, and aligned to strictly enforce mechanical standards before being placed in service; provide expertise regarding the mechanical functioning and repair requirements of rotating equipment whether high or low speed such as pumps, turbines, gears, and paper machine rolls.

Education
BS in Mechanical Engineering preferred

Basic Qualifications
3-5 years plant-related experience in mechanical engineering. Prefer experience with pulp and paper technology and systems. Be flexible and results oriented. Good computer skills.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities
Be able to work independently & manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Have good interpersonal communication skills, such as, advising, recommending & exchanging information. Be safety minded, be a team player, utilize good sound judgment and decision making skills. Have good planning and organizational skills.

Competencies
Problem solving, innovation, team work, communicating, accountability

We are an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.

For immediate consideration, please apply online at this link.

PCA/MEP Assessor

Position #28001
EBI Consulting is a rapidly growing, profitable company. Our employees are the key to maintaining our competitive edge. To attract and retain the best industry talent, EBI shares its success with its employees and is committed to providing a professional work environment where career learning, growth, and recognition are highly valued. If you are seeking an opportunity to work in a progressive organization that will offer you diversified challenges and an excellent opportunity for advancement, please review our current employment opportunities. For more information about EBI and open positions, please visit our website at www.ebiconsulting.com.

Job Description

We are currently looking for a qualified individual to join our growing team of Property Condition Assessors and become a member of EBI’s equity assessment team. In this role, you are responsible for the timely completion of property condition assessments or MEP assessments and the associated due diligence reports for commercial real estate transactions.

Candidate Requirements

• Successful candidates must have a bachelors degree in architecture or engineering, Professional Mechanical Engineer registration, and have demonstrated professional experience with building design, materials, structure and construction, and be familiar with a variety of commercial building types.
• Minimum of 5 years direct experience assessing income-producing properties (or their MEP systems) in accordance with ASTM E2018-01, with expertise in evaluating mechanical, electrical, plumbing, sprinkler, and elevator components, assessing their condition, and estimating costs to repair, refurbish or replace the components or systems.
• Experience with alternate energy sources, “green” solutions, and/or new systems technologies, and/or estimating potential operational cost savings will be a plus.
• Experience designing systems is not necessary, though helpful
• The candidate must be competent in Word, Excel, and Outlook; be well organized; have excellent time management skills; be self-motivated and a self starter; and have excellent communication and technical report writing skills. EBI employees performing these assessments nationwide, work from a home or regional office, and some overnight travel is required.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

Benefits

EBI offers competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, group medical & dental insurance, 401k plan with employer contribution, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and progressive career opportunities. EOE M/W/D/V

Submittal

Please submit a resume and cover letter in Word or PDF format via email to jobs@ebiconsulting.com. You must include the following information:

1. Reference job #, job title, and resource
2. Brief summary of past related experience (highlight your experience as it relates to our need and industry)
3. List of your education credentials and professional registrations
4. Salary history

We look forward to hearing from you!

Development Services Administrator - Gas Well

Salary: $65,145 -$78,811
ANN#: D36-1
Closing Date: April 18, 2008

The City of Fort Worth, Texas is seeking a qualified individual to serve as the Administrator of the Gas Well Section within the Planning & Development Department. The selected candidate will provide comprehensive oversight over the gas drilling activities in the city, to include ensuring adherence to ordinance standards, conducting citizen information/education sessions, public meetings, and task forces.

BA/BS and five years experience including two years of supervisory responsibility required. For more information and instructions on how to apply, visit www.fortworthgov.jobs

Engineering Opportunity With
Golf, Surf & Sun Available

MACTEC Engineering and Consulting, Inc. is a leading consulting firm providing engineering, environmental, and remedial construction services to public and private clients worldwide. Operating with over 3,000 employees in 100 offices nationwide with a global reach, MACTEC is currently ranked 31st among Engineering News-Record's top 500 design firms.

MACTEC has a unique opportunity in the South Pacific for a Senior Civil Engineer with facilities condition assessment experience and/or construction remediation experience. These positions are full-time for approximately 2-5 years. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of engineering experience and a degree in engineering in either mechanical, electrical, or civil. A great opportunity for the ambitious, proactive, highly motivated engineer who enjoys working in a challenging and intellectually charged environment. DOD experience is preferred. This professional must possess a U.S. passport and a valid U.S. driver's license in good standing and pass a background check and drug screening.

MACTEC's benefit offerings include health, dental, vision, short and long term disability, life insurance, paid vacation, sick, holidays, a 401K match, and tuition reimbursement. More information can be found on our website at www.MACTEC.com.

Interested?

Please apply to www.mactec.com, Careers/Senior Engineer, San Diego

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Various Ethanol Plant Positions

POET™, the largest dry mill ethanol producer in the United States, is an established leader in the bio-refining industry through project development, design and construction, research and development, plant management, and marketing. POET™ is a 20-year-old company marketing more than one billion gallons of ethanol annually, operating 22 ethanol plants in United States with five more under construction or in development. POET™ stands alone as the most seasoned, accomplished and efficient force in bio-refining.

ENGINEERING OPPORTUNITiES—SIOUX FALLS, SD

• Operations Engineer
• Operations Engineer Manager
• Electrical Engineer
• Process Automation Engineer

ETHANOL PLANT ENGINEERING OPPORTUNITIES—MIDWEST

• Technical Manager—Iowa, South Dakota

We offer a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. To learn more about POET™ and these opportunities please visit www.poetenergy.com

POET™ is an equal opportunity employer.

Mechanical and Electrical Engineers

We are an 11-year-old engineering firm with offices in Austin and San Antonio, Texas that provide mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering design services to the commercial, institutional, and industrial construction industry. We have a growing list of satisfied architectural, owner, and contractor clients who rely on us for their MEP design needs in the south/central Texas corridor.

Available Positions:

• Mechanical and electrical PEs and EITs with recent experience in our field of work
• Designers experienced in HVAC, plumbing, lighting, power, and special systems design
• Recent mechanical and electrical engineering graduates desiring a career in our industry

Requirements:

• A passion for being part of the building design team
• AutoCAD design capability
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Mechanical or electrical engineering degree or recent design experience in our work
• Comfortable doing whatever it takes to make our clients want to work with us again

Salary:

• Commensurate with experience and ability
• Competitive
• Reviewed annually

Bonuses:

• Dependent on company financial performance
• Paid to employees in 10 of 11 years
• Have ranged from 15% to 35% of base wages

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Send resumes to info@mepengineering.com

Civil Engineering/Survey Openings

Ranked as a great place to work by both CE News and our own staff, Psomas is a multidiscipline engineering consulting firm with over 60 years of stability and an award-winning reputation for quality and excellence because of its people. We are seeking candidates with backgrounds in private land development and/or transportation/water engineering as well as survey positions for many of our office locations.

We have excellent compensation, generous healthcare and paid time off benefits, flexible work schedules, career development and educational reimbursement programs, 401(k) and ESOP plans, and a great working environment with great people!

To get more information, please visit www.psomas.com and click on Careers to complete a professional profile. EEO/AAP

Civil Engineer

Be part of a growing engineering firm in Central Pennsylvania. Enjoy the benefits of a high quality of life and lower cost of living while experiencing a challenging and rewarding career -- all within three hours from Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York City. Founded in 1969, Mid-Penn Engineering has experienced steady, managed growth and is currently seeking to fill the position of Civil Engineer. The individual filling this position will have a minimum 3 years experience in all facets of design including grading, stormwater management, and utilities and must be capable of functioning in a project manager's capacity, overseeing and coordinating project activities.

A competitive benefits package including health, life, short and long term disability, and a retirement investment matching program are offered.

Requirements:
Civil/sanitary/structural software application skills are necessary and either a current Pennsylvania Professional Engineer's License or E.I.T. certification is desired.

Qualified applicants should submit letter of interest and resume to:

Mid-Penn Engineering Corp.
Attn: Civil Engineer Position
2049 West Market Street
Lewisburg, PA 17837

or via e-mail: jobs@mid-pennengineering.com

Geotechnical Field/Laboratory Technician

Tetra Tech is a multidisciplinary firm of consulting environmental scientists and engineers with offices throughout the United States. We are seeking a Geotechnical Field/Laboratory Technician to join our Missoula, MT office and become an integral member of our team.

Responsibilities: Perform geotechnical/construction materials laboratory and field testing; provide clear, concise, written documentation of activities in the form of laboratory test results and a laboratory report; and communicate technical issues, questions, and suggestions. Interact with Construction professionals in a productive and constructive manner. Help to resolve field issues through positive communication skills. Develop an ability to communicate with our staff members to help relay technical data and monitor progress through field testing and observation.

Experience Requirements: None. Prefer prior experience with field testing methods and/or geotechnical laboratory testing. We are willing to train motivated people.

Degree Requirements: No degree required. However, an A.A. in engineering technologies or currently working on a degree in civil engineering or related field preferred

Start Date: Immediate, March 2008 Submit resumes and cover letters to Michael Connolly (michael.connolly@tetratech.com) or call him at 406-543-3045 with further questions. Tetra Tech’s Missoula mailing address is:

Tetra Tech, Inc.
P.O. Box 2730
Missoula, Montana 59806
FAX: 406-543-3088.

SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER

Metro Transportation Group, Inc. is a 30-person traffic engineering and transportation planning firm located in Hoffman Estates and Chicago, Illinois and Fort Myers, Florida. We are seeking a senior civil engineer for our Hoffman Estates office. We are looking for an individual with an intereste in assuming a leadership position within the firm and taking on the challenge of developing a civil engineering practice to augment our traffic engineering, signal design, and signal systems practice.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Develop and manage a civil engineering practice in roadway and roundabout design.
2. Client management.
3. Marketing.
4. Staff supervision.
5. Coordination with other consultants.

Skills/Education/Experience:

1. Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
2. Professional engineer registration in Illinois
3. Ten years experience
4. AutoCAD, Microstation, GeoPack

This position offers a competitive wage and a comprehensive benefits package. If you are interested in working for a growing firm, send a letter of interest and a resume to:

Rolf P. Kilian
Executive Vice President
Metro Transportation Group, Inc.
3100 W. Higgins Road
Suite 100
Hoffman Estates, IL 60195-2093
E-mail rpk@metrotransportation.com

Visit our website at www.metrotransportation.com for additional information about Metro

Become an integral part of a dynamic, growing, well-established, respected firm working on a variety of interesting and vital projects.

Hayes, Seay, Mattern & Mattern, Inc. (HSMM) is an architecture-engineering-planning firm with more than 50 years experience serving clients at all levels of government and in many private industry areas. We offer excellent opportunities for career growth and development in a collegial work environment. HSMM has more than 400 professional and support staff members in its nine offices in the mid-Atlantic region.

HSMM provides its clients with comprehensive A/E services for all types of buildings and infrastructure development, across a broad range of environmental interests. HSMM is organized and staffed to meet the needs of today and the challenges of tomorrow. As an expanding and changing workload places higher demands upon the HSMM staff, opportunities are created for professional and technical employment in various disciplines and locations. Architects, engineers, and people in supporting roles who look for interesting, challenging and varied design work should explore HSMM opportunities. For a more complete view of what you can be a part of and for detailed information on job openings, please visit www.hsmm.com. If you would like to obtain further information on our subsidiaries and divisions, please visit www.ctacommunications.com and www.watershedconcepts.com.

Please direct all inquires to:

Human Resources
Hayes, Seay, Mattern & Mattern, Inc.
P.O. Box 13446
Roanoke, VA 24034
Fax: (540) 857-3180
E-mail: hr@hsmm.com

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