Distribution Engineering Designer VI

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee’s have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. 

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 #56 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.

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.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

The Distribution Engineering Designer VI (DED VI) position is the sixth level of the DED career track where progression is based on time in grade and performance. This position will be expected to direct site meetings with clients/customers and construction crews.  The DED VI will directly communicate with clients to request additional work or project opportunities, in addition to tracking progress of their projects.

This position primarily involves working in an office environment.  There is an expectation of significant field work, which may include exposure to inclement weather conditions such as extreme heat/cold, high humidity, rain, snow and icy conditions.  Field exposure to insects, animals and vegetation may pose a threat.

Key Technical Skills Required:

•  Minimum requirements 10 plus years in the industry 

•  Thorough understanding of engineering theories. 

• Skilled in Cyme and Cyme TCC 

• Strong oral and written communications skills 

• Ability to work with a team or individually 

• Strong planning, organizational, and project management skills 

Your key responsibilities include:

• Perform engineering calculations analysis 
• Under directions of a supervisor or as an individual perform routine assignments 
• Collaborate and provide technical direction to client, and peer engineers. 
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned. 

Project Management and Leadership:  

• Plan, develop, coordinate and direct large projects or engineering programs.  

• Conduct research in problem areas of scope, analysis, and complexity. 

• Ability and willingness to research and work in different geographies.  

• Serve as a staff specialist, applying advanced theories and concepts.  

• Assist in proposals, negotiations, and presentations (when needed).  

• Collaborate with internal departments for client relationship development.  

• Manage work routines and assign job activities.  

• Attend project team meetings.  

• Coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants. 

• Provide technical oversight and guidance.  

Training, Development, and Compliance: 

• Mentor and train staff. 

• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures. 

• Ensure projects comply with ISO standards. 

• Conduct employee performance appraisals, when applicable.  

• Develop professional relationships through active participation in industry associations and community involvement. 

• Identify and assist in attracting talent to KCI. 

Financial Management and Reporting: 

• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting project scope.  

• Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters. 

• Assist with receivables management.  

• Work with the Project Manager to actively manage project budgets.  

• Achieve or exceed budgets individual utilization targets (85%).  

Project Execution and Technical Oversight: 

• Conduct site visits and gather data if needed. 

• Prepare analysis calculations, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.  

• Compare field data to base plan.  

• Prepare preliminary concept designs.  

• Read and interpret technical documents.  

* Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.  

Qualifications

• Four-year ABET-accredited Engineering degree and fifteen years of relevant experience with a minimum of five of those years in distribution design.  An active PE license can replace two years of relevant work experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• PE license is highly desired.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.