Project Engineer

E2 Optics•Cedar Rapids, IA

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

E2 Optics is an award-winning, Woman-Owned technology integrator that is a leader in the data center industry. The company is experiencing rapid growth and is at the forefront of powering the infrastructure for AI, cloud computing, and future innovations. Employees at E2 Optics work with cutting-edge systems in advanced environments and benefit from investment in their growth through hands-on experience, industry certifications, and leadership opportunities. The company fosters a collaborative, mentoring, and supportive culture, aiming to provide meaningful, fast-moving, and future-focused opportunities. E2 Optics is described as one of America's largest and fastest-growing tech integrators.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
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
Documented designer skills
Knowledge of construction technology, scheduling, equipment and methods required
Tactful, has professional demeanor and ability to interact effectively with managers, employees, vendors, and others
Strong attention to detail with organizational, record-keeping, time management and follow-up skills
Ability to identify and meet customers expectations and requirements
Must be a self-starter and a problem solver
Ability to develop, update and follow policies, standards and standard operating procedures
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

Nice To Haves

Bachelors Degree in Construction Management, Project Management or Engineering. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education
Large data center construction, design and technical knowledge preferred
Blue Beam experience highly preferred

Responsibilities

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, submittts, 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
Oversees Inventory control, monitoring and tracking of label printing equipment and resources as well as label printing operations
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
As identified and assigned