Construction Engineer Jobs in Connecticut

Job Title: Electrical Engineer - Smart Grid Applications/Project Engineering Company: Douglas R. Fuchs Professional Recruiting, LLC Location: Danbury, CT Description: Applications/Project Engineering for configuration/installation of Smart Grid monitoring technology Electrical Engineer -Applications/Project - Electric Power Transmission Monitoring Technology My Client: Small but fast-growing division of a $7B global supplier of transmission line equipment and technology to the Electrical Utility industry worldwide. This division’s technology ties in with the new Smart Grid and “national grid” market that is erupting in the US. They are the industry leader in the development and distribution of hardware and software products that provide a Real Time Monitoring System (RTM), for Overhead Transmission Lines for the Electric Utility Industry. PRIMARY FUNCTION: · Provides Company personnel with technical product specifications, supervise field installation, complete system commissioning, and provide support in selected industry standards. · Provides technical guidance to Company management on changing trends and emerging products in the industry with the view to further improve existing technology and its application. Specific Responsibilities · Supports the sales functions in evaluating customers’ plans for RTM system installation, analyzing line profiles, communication system design, operator interfaces, and preparation of engineering details for the quotations. After receipt of orders, he/she details the production orders, provides technical supervision of production, as well as configuration and testing of all equipment prior to shipment. · Provides supervision of the customer installation of hardware and software. Conducts system calibrations after the hardware and software are installed. · Provides both remote and on-site customer support, maintenance and repairs. Supports other customer software applications. · Develops and maintains manuals, drawings, system specifications, electronic and hardcopy files of customer installations, calibration records, maintenance records, and quality control information. · Conducts customer-paid or internal R&D projects. · Participates in development of products, software, and special technical applications. · Supports promotional projects, such as trade shows, conferences and technical articles. · Supports internet and web site applications. Key Competencies · Excellent interpersonal skills and communication ability with customers, contractors and management · Ability to lead creative and analytical product and process discussions and improvements · Excellent project management skills · Effective presentation and facilitation skills · Independent problem solving abilities · Strong time management and organization skills · Strong oral and written communication skills and general business understanding · Strong skills and experience using standard software packages such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint · Able to gain credibility with all levels of employees with our utility customers · Collaborative · Shows strong initiative · Adaptable to change and constructive idea assessment Requirements · Minimum of a B.S. degree in electrical, civil or mechanical engineering · 5+ years engineering experience in a similar or related field · Possession of, or ability to readily acquire, PE certification in the applicants state of residence · Knowledge of electric power transmission engineering concepts, such as sag/tension calculations, thermal rating calculations of overhead lines, understanding of line profile and detail drawings, specifications of conductors, line components and hardware are desirable · Knowledge of power engineering concepts is desirable · Knowledge of communications technologies (radio, fiber-optic, cellular) is desirable · Knowledge of basic utility operation and structure · Knowledge of utility SCADA systems and EMS systems is desirable · Knowledge of software programming in Visual Basic is desirable · Basic knowledge of electronic circuitry. Electronic troubleshooting skills are desirable · Good skills in written and spoken English is essential · U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, and ability to obtain a visa allowing foreign travel is essential. · After training, up to 20% travel will be required.

Job Title: CIVIL ENGINEERING: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Company: Central Connecticut State University Location: New Britain, CT Description: Employer Information About Central Connecticut State University Central Connecticut State University (“CCSU”) is a regional, comprehensive public university dedicated to learning in the liberal arts and sciences and to education for the professions. Comprising four schools - Arts & Sciences, Business, Education & Professional Studies, and Technology - CCSU offers undergraduate and graduate programs through the Master's and sixth-year levels, and the Ed.D. in Educational Leadership. A network of study-abroad opportunities, overseas inter-institutional arran....more info View all our jobs Job Central Connecticut State University’s (CCSU) Department of Engineering invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering with emphasis on transportation engineering and transportation planning beginning Fall 2010. Responsibilities: • Teach a broad range of undergraduate and graduate level courses in the civil engineering and civil engineering technology programs. • Teach general introductory-level engineering and engineering technology courses. • Participation in curriculum development and assessment activities for ABET accreditation. • Actively engage in scholarly activity. • Providing undergraduate student advising, and participation in student activities and new student recruitment. • Participation in service activities for the university, local community, and profession. Applications received before March 15, 2010 will receive preference and the position will remain open until filled. To begin the application process, please complete the Applicant Cover Page at http://www.ccsu.edu/page.cfm?p=1335. Submit the Applicant Cover Confirmation Page along with the required application materials (see below) as a single e-mail attachment (in PDF or MS Word format only) to: Dr. Clifford Anderson, Search Committee Chair at Register to View Please include "CE2010SEARCH" in the subject field. The application materials must be sent with a file name in the format: "Position Number-Last Name-Application Date" (MMDDYYYY) (e.g., C10-041-Smith-03282008). The application materials file must be arranged in the following order: 1) Letter of interest clearly indicating the position number; 2) Curriculum Vitae showing lists of all publications, all positions held, and all previous teaching experience; 3) Concise statements of teaching philosophy and research interests (1 or 2 pages); 4) Academic transcripts (graduate and undergraduate); and, 5) Names and contact information of three references. Include the Application Cover Confirmation Page as a separate e-mail attachment.

Job Title: Project Engineers needed for local engineering firm Company: Location: Hartford, CT Description: Position Description: Project Engineer (Manufacturing/ Project Management Support) Our Engineering firm has a need for project engineers to support our client?s projects and manufacturing engineering organization. The responsibilities of the job may encompass a full range of product/project engineering activities including design, development, testing and product support of mechanical products. The actual assignments will vary. Candidates will be given on-the-job training to assist with a variety of tasks, including: Individual may end up doing some or most of the job taks below. ? Processing Engineering Changes ? Supporting configuration control tasks ? Bill of Material (BOM) maintenance ? Test and production hardware tracking and expediting ? Providing validation and test support ? Providing project support for manufacturing ? Quality Notification investigation and closure ? Design documentation updates and maintenance ? Assisting with Root Cause Investigations ? Data collection and report generation Typical educational requirements include: ? Associates or bachelor?s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or industrial technology with 6 months to 2+ years experience. Students approaching achievement of a degree with applicable work/internship experience and available for full time work will also be considered. Teamwork skills are a must. The candidate must have excellent communication and problem-solving skills. The candidate must have working knowledge of Microsoft software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), proficiency with Microsoft Project, SAP, and TeamCenter is a plus, but not required. Candidates should be self-starters and have the ability to work with minimal direction. Compensation: ? A competitive and attractive hourly rate is available, depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate. ? This position qualifies for benefits: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(K) and paid time off. Candidate must be US Citizen or Green Card holder due to the nature of the work.

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Company: STANADYNE CORPORATION Location: Windsor, CT Description: Stanadyne is known around the world as a leading supplier of diesel fuel systems and components. In addition Stanadyne is quickly becoming an industry leader in the fast growing field of Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI). Our products are for engine applications in agriculture, construction, power generation, industrial, marine, and on-highway vehicles. Over the years Stanadyne has expanded with precision manufacturing locations in China, India, Italy, and the United States. We have been providing innovative fuel system solutions to our customers for over 50 years and continue to focus on developing future cutting edge fuel systems that will help distinguish our customers' engines from their competition.We will be conducting a Job Fair on Saturday, March 27 at our Windsor location from 9-12. If you meet these qualifications, please stop by and meet our hiring managers. In this role, you will perform engineering assignments with clear and specified objectives and involves conventional types of plans and specifications. Work is reviewed for the application of sound professional judgment. Design engineer responsible for HVAC, ductwork, piping, plumbing and fire protection. Performs design calculations and prepares equipment or material specifications. Must be familiar with the AE design process and specifications leading to construction documents. Ability to perform designs using AutoCAD or Micro station. Assignments require the investigation of a limited number of variables and supervisory assistance is provided on unusual problems. May supervise or coordinate the work of designers and other technical support personnel. Preferred Experience: Bachelor*s Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Registered Engineer or eligible for registration within 2 years. Minimum 3-5 years of experience. Microstation/AutoCAD experienceFor more information on our company, please visit our website at www.stanadyne.com

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Company: Industrial Air Flow Dynamics, Location: Glastonbury, CT Description: Company Background Industrial Air Flow Dynamics, Inc. is a manufacturing and construction company based in Glastonbury, CT. IAFD does business nationally within the United States in the power generation industry, specifically fossil fuel burning power plants. Our manufactured products, expansion joints, are made from a different range of materials that are installed in the duct work at the plants. They are applied in hot, cold, corrosive, high vibration and large thermal growth environments. Our company is a customer satisfaction driven company and has been growing since conception in 2001. Position The new expansion position available at IAFD is a Mechanical Engineer who will have a diverse and dynamic role with the company. Initially they will work to get up to speed with out products and services. This will include reading blue prints, creating manufactoring drawings, detailing drawings, contacting customers for specs and rerquirements and creating estimates. Essentially working with out sales and engineering teams to decrease times between quotation request, generating the quote and delivery to our customers. The purpose of this position is to support revenue development; the interpretation of engineering documents, the creation of new drawings and generation of quotations to our customers as fast as possible. The future of this position is in the hands of the employee. This position can develop into a sales engineer, project engineer, manufacturing.application engineer of what best suits IAFD an the personality of the engineer hired. Requirements to Apply 4 year Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (transcripts required)Experience using current 3D CAD modeling software (may be tested during interview)Able to read and interpret blue printsAble to create and detail printsAble to use all Microsoft Office programs fluentlyOrganized, detail driven, responsible and sustains great team work skillsMinimum 1 year work experience post graduation from college  *We are looking for a person to live in Connecticut and be a part of our corporate office in Glastonbury. If you are willing to relocate for this position if hired, then please note that IAFD will not pay for any relocation fees. If you can meet ALL the requirements above, IAFD would like to speak with you. Please forward 3 references with your resume. References will not be contacted until after a formal interview. IAFD will offer a salary relative to their experience and abilities. Benefits and 401k are available as well. IAFD is a drug free employer.

Job Title: Electrical Engineer Company: Location: Hartford, CT Description: Robson Forensic, a multi-discipline forensic engineering firm with offices throughout the U.S. seeks a licensed electrical engineer to join our Electrical, Fire and Explosion Practice group. We need an electrical engineer with broad expertise in design, installation, construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical components and systems in power generation, industrial, automotive, commercial, residential, educational, and government applications. This is a contract position with fulltime potential. Requirements:

Job Title: Project Engineer Company: Alstom Location: Windsor, CT Description: Alstom - Show all jobs for Alstom Title: Project Engineer Location: CT-Windsor The Project Engineer is responsible for the technical leadership and management of proposal / contracts to assist in driving the execution of the Project scope of work in accordance with the overall targets defined for the Project and in line with the technical specification of the Contract. Manage the interfaces and continuity of all engineering activities from the proposal through contract design, procurement, manufacturing, erection, and commissioning. Responsibilities Technical lead for the Project and overall focal contact for the customer and internal team to assure overall continuity and cohesiveness of the technical aspects of the Project offering. Must establish the communication process of technical information flow throughout the Project. Ability to review and assess plans, designs, calculations, analyses, etc. in accordance with established codes, standards and drawings in the areas of boiler / AQCS equipment and BOP. Prepare technical requirements related to preliminary designs and cost estimates for the purpose of assisting the estimating department on bid proposals; Organize, plan and lead any technical / design review meetings, interface meetings with engineering, site meetings, constructability review, and inspections; report regularly on technical progress and monitor engineering schedule Prepare and monitor technical Division of Work (DOW) responsibilities for all parties involved to ensure work progresses smoothly and completed within scope, schedule, and budget. Assure all terminal points are clearly identified. Assist in the preparation of necessary technical requisitions for the procurement of material , engineering or subcontractors necessary to support project contract requirements. Responsible for the proper project technical documentation throughout the Project including drawing control process and close out requirements Travel to, or be deployed to site, as necessary to support and assist in troubleshooting, technical issues, interface requirements Manage the overall technical activities related to budget, schedule and resource requirements on a Project optimizing the schedule, quality and costs in accordance with contractual obligations, P.E. ISO procedures and Alstom Policy; Coordinate activities of engineering team, site personnel, contractors and vendors related to scope, interface points, design, technical issues to assure the most cost effective solution is deployed; Comply and support an EHS culture that is fully aligned to Alstom's EHS Policy and procedures and any specific customer requirements; Responsible for identifying and managing the technical risks and opportunities on the Project, giving due consideration to the Schedule, quality and cost constraints imposed by the Contract. Ensuring any deviations from contractual conditions are escalated to the PM / PD as needed and are resolved whilst protecting the interests of Alstom; Educational Requirements Educational and experience requirements include: Engineering degree with 5-10 years working experience in the major disciplines of engineering. General computer competency and familiarity with engineering programs such as AutoCAD, proficiency in Excel. Experience in power plant performance improvement and experience with fossil power plant operations including combustion controls is a plus. Experience and Other Skills Site experience is a must Background in Power Generation design and operation Strong interpersonal skills (communication) Presentation Skills Planning and organizing People Management Driving for results Implementation to tight time schedules Risk management - ability to make decisions in a fast-moving, high pressure environment--> Title: Project Engineer Location: CT-Windsor The Project Engineer is responsible for the technical leadership and management of proposal / contracts to assist in driving the execution of the Project scope of work in accordance with the overall targets defined for the Project and in line with the technical specification of the Contract. Manage the interfaces and continuity of all engineering activities from the proposal through contract design, procurement, manufacturing, erection, and commissioning. Responsibilities Technical lead for the Project and overall focal contact for the customer and internal team to assure overall continuity and cohesiveness of the technical aspects of the Project offering. Must establish the communication process of technical information flow throughout the Project. Ability to review and assess plans, designs, calculations, analyses, etc. in accordance with established codes, standards and drawings in the areas of boiler / AQCS equipment and BOP. Prepare technical requirements related to preliminary designs and cost estimates for the purpose of assisting the estimating department on bid proposals; Organize, plan and lead any technical / design review meetings, interface meetings with engineering, site meetings, constructability review, and inspections; report regularly on technical progress and monitor engineering schedule Prepare and monitor technical Division of Work (DOW) responsibilities for all parties involved to ensure work progresses smoothly and completed within scope, schedule, and budget. Assure all terminal points are clearly identified. Assist in the preparation of necessary technical requisitions for the procurement of material , engineering or subcontractors necessary to support project contract requirements. Responsible for the proper project technical documentation throughout the Project including drawing control process and close out requirements Travel to, or be deployed to site, as necessary to support and assist in troubleshooting, technical issues, interface requirements Manage the overall technical activities related to budget, schedule and resource requirements on a Project optimizing the schedule, quality and costs in accordance with contractual obligations, P.E. ISO procedures and Alstom Policy; Coordinate activities of engineering team, site personnel, contractors and vendors related to scope, interface points, design, technical issues to assure the most cost effective solution is deployed; Comply and support an EHS culture that is fully aligned to Alstom's EHS Policy and procedures and any specific customer requirements; Responsible for identifying and managing the technical risks and opportunities on the Project, giving due consideration to the Schedule, quality and cost constraints imposed by the Contract. Ensuring any deviations from contractual conditions are escalated to the PM / PD as needed and are resolved whilst protecting the interests of Alstom; Educational Requirements Educational and experience requirements include: Engineering degree with 5-10 years working experience in the major disciplines of engineering. General computer competency and familiarity with engineering programs such as AutoCAD, proficiency in Excel. Experience in power plant performance improvement and experience with fossil power plant operations including combustion controls is a plus. Experience and Other Skills Site experience is a must Background in Power Generation design and operation Strong interpersonal skills (communication) Presentation Skills Planning and organizing People Management Driving for results Implementation to tight time schedules Risk management - ability to make decisions in a fast-moving, high pressure environment City: Windsor State: CT Zip: 06006 Country: United States of America Job ID: alstom-WIN0001P Job Channel: USA-CT-USA Jobs Posted: 02/03/10

Job Title: Civil Engineers Company: Location: Hartford, CT Description: Robson Forensic, a multi-discipline forensic engineering firm with offices throughout the U.S., seeks experienced engineers with broad design and construction background to join our national construction practice. Contract positions available with fulltime potential. Highway: Geometric design; traffic control and construction safety; highway construction, signal design and maintenance experience required. Facilities design, maintenance and operations experience a plus. Metro NYC. Heavy Construction: Broad structural and vertical construction experience required, horizontal a plus. Experience with an Owner or A/E firm with construction management and structural design preferred, experience with NY Labor Law a plus. NY & NJ locations. Must be degreed, licensed professional engineer with 10+ years experience; have excellent analytical, writing and communication skills; and able to convey technical information to lay people. If you meet our requirements, please e-mail your resume and a cover letter highlighting your qualifications to Nancy Chillas at Register to View or apply online at Careers at Robson Forensic. Reference: CL-CVL-HRT Forensic Experts at Robson Forensic

Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer Company: Kforce Professional Staffing Location: Shelton, CT Description: .mainbody .RightColumn .LeftColumn a .jlocation .jdetail .jtitle .jdescription .jFontstyle14 .jFontstats .jFontstyle13 .jFontstyle16 .jFontstyle17 .position .jFontstats Status: Full-Time, Employee Level: 2-5 Years Experience Job Location: Shelton, CT Job Ref Code: OTWQG967297 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . About Kforce Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kforce Inc. (Nasdaq: KFRC) is a professional staffing and solutions firm providing flexible and permanent staffing solutions in the skill areas of technology, finance & accounting, and health and life sciences. For over 45 years, Kforce has proven itself as a source for high-quality consultants and direct hire personnel in a targeted set of knowledge-based professions. Our KnowledgeForce is comprised of over 7,000 consultants each with extensive professional, personal and technical skills. Using our nationwide presence, which includes over 1,900 staffing specialists operating in 41 major markets in North America and two in the Philippines, our Firm consistently proves that Great People really do equal Great Results. Kforce is an EEO/AA Employer . POSITION Senior Mechanical Engineer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Job Description: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer responsibilities include performing the following duties: Participate as member of project team in defining the engineering design/architecture for the new productDevelop highly complex mechanical systems and designs in a concurrent engineering environment from the conceptual stage through completion of the detailed design validation with testing and evaluationProvide performance estimates, cost estimates, material selection, BOM structure, etc.Work with vendors and internal resources to develop working prototypes of new products, and verify that these prototypes meet all of the required product specificationsWork with manufacturing to bring product designs from the engineering prototype phase to production release; address quality or value engineering issues on current shipping productsPlan, oversee, and contribute to fabrication as needed to drive product designs from the engineering prototype phase to production release; address quality or value engineering issues on current shipping productsFor consideration please send your resume directly to Jared Taylor at Register to View Specific Requirements (items are required unless noted otherwise): BSME plus a minimum of 5 years in a similar environment (10+ years preferred)Thermal/Structural analysis software experience and ion optics analysis software experience is a plusDemonstrated skills using Pro/Engineer (Wildfire 2 release) for parametric designs in 3D solids modeling and 2D drawingsCommunication and team skills in a multi-project environmentExperience in tolerance analysis of assemblies and detail partsDemonstrated knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, plastic injection molding, aluminum casting, and machining processesIndustry experience in analytical instruments or process instruments is preferredExperience with thermal and structural analysis capabilities is a plusExperience with optics or ion optics is a significant plusExperience with gas/liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry knowledge and development is a significant plusApply for this job Great People = Great Results

Job Title: PROJECT ENGINEER Company: Clear Concepts Location: Danbury, CT Description: PROJECT ENGINEER (SYSTEMS)Our client is the industry leader in design, development, manufacture and marketing of plastics and metal joining, precision cleaning and ultrasonic processing equipment and has an immediate opening for a PROJECT ENGINEER. This position will be responsible for the design and development of integrated industrial hydro-mechanical equipment with machine controls for both standard products and modified standards for specific customer requirements. This position is located in CT. At this time only LOCAL candidates are being considered. Local is being defined as within a 100 mile radius.  RESPONSIBILITIES TO INCLUDE: ·        Provide project leadership for the proposal, design test and evaluation of new standard cleaning products.·        Act as lead engineer for supporting specific existing products.·        Provide design proposals and cost estimates for standard and customer products in coordination with customers, sales and Applications Engineering·        Design and document standard products as a member of the product development team·        Provide engineering input to the team on design, code compliance, costs, safety and technical issues.·        Create drawings, bills of materials, routings, test plans and other documentation as required by ISO.·        Coordinate with Sales and customers to resolve design issues.·        Write operation and maintenance manuals.·        Supervise on-site installation and start-ups of equipment as required.·        Design and test modified standard and custom products in accordance with quoted specifications, published codes and regulations, ISO procedures and good design practices.·        Act as Engineering Project Leader on assigned projects.·        Coordinate and supervise the project activities of subordinate draftsmen and technicians to meet performance schedule and costs.  EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: ·        BSME, or the equivalent of 15 years in detail design and development of industrial equipment, including electrical controls. Electro-Mechanical or Electrical Engineering knowledge also needed as part of BSME.·        Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in process equipment design and development, with strengths in plumbing, materials compatibility, sheet metal, assembly, materials handlings, electrical controls and wiring layout.·        Must be able to take design inputs and convert them into fully documented and detailed description (to include drawings, schematics and test requirements) of the part or assembly.·         A background in drafting, standards, and sheet metal dimensioning and National Electric Code requirements is required.  Relocation assistance is NOT available for this opportunity. Please submit Resume in MS Word format as an attachment to:   Register to View  Include Reference Code “CL020” In the Subject Line of Your Email Candidates must be US Citizens                    No Visa Sponsorship is Available.