NewConstruction Cost Engineering Manager , Cost Engineering, Amazon Global Procurement Organization AmazonConstruction Cost Engineering Manager , Cost Engineering, Amazon Global Procurement OrganizationHouston, TXThe core deliverable is construction cost estimates - and the role is within Amazon's Global Procurement Organization, Sourcing Excellence pillar, which means you'll also have the opportunity to expand into broader cost engineering disciplines: should-cost modeling that anchors supplier negotiations, and value engineering initiatives that challenge specifications and drive design-to-cost outcomes. We're looking for a Cost Engineering Manager who will deliver construction cost engineering services to Amazon's North America Design & Construction stakeholders - producing the estimates, cost models, and analytical outputs that inform capital investment decisions across Amazon's NA infrastructure network.
SMT Engineering Manager PEAK Technical Services Inc.SMT Engineering ManagerHouston, TX$130,000–$140,000 / yearThe SMT Engineering Manager works closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to ensure efficient, reliable, and cost-effective production while meeting customer quality and delivery requirements. This role oversees SMT process development, equipment optimization, new product introduction (NPI), yield improvement, quality enhancement, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Senior Cost Engineering Manager, Cost Engineering Amazon.com IncSenior Cost Engineering Manager, Cost EngineeringHouston, TXEvery project is different - unique site conditions, local labor markets, permit requirements, and material constraints mean that each costing cycle demands a fresh bottom-up deep dive: decomposing cost structures, stress-testing assumptions against local market realities, and building analytics that reflect the true cost drivers of that specific build. This isn"t a back-office analytics role - you"ll be influencing multi-million-dollar supplier negotiations, presenting to senior leadership, and support building the tools that will transform how Amazon Global Procurement Organization models, negotiates and manages construction cost worldwide.
Engineering Test Technician Murray ResourcesEngineering Test TechnicianHouston, TX$30–$34 / hourThe Engineering Test Technician is responsible for planning and conducting test projects, performing laboratory analysis, and supporting validation testing under the direction of engineers and other engineering support personnel. Conduct engineering tests and laboratory analysis under the direction of engineers, tech advisors, or other engineering support personnel.
SMT Engineering Manager PEAK Technical StaffingSMT Engineering ManagerHouston, TXThe SMT Engineering Manager works closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to ensure efficient, reliable, and cost-effective production while meeting customer quality and delivery requirements. This role oversees SMT process development, equipment optimization, new product introduction (NPI), yield improvement, quality enhancement, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Engineering Technician - Dynamic Earth Dynamic Engineering Consultants, PCEngineering Technician - Dynamic EarthHouston, TexasFull timePerform footing subgrade inspections to review soils composition and bearing capacity and/or determine depth of overexcavation for unsuitable subgrade soils; Earthwork oversight (monitoring overexcavation of unsuitable materials and compaction testing of structural fill material); Communicate effectively and efficiently with contractors and project manager. American Concrete Institute (ACI) concrete field-testing technician certificate, accredited construction inspection/materials testing certificates, OSHA 40, OSHA 10, and/or American Portable Nuclear Gauge Association (APNGA) gauge training preferred.
Civil - Senior Engineering Technician - Substation Black & Veatch Holding CoCivil - Senior Engineering Technician - SubstationHouston, TX$46.60–$77.81 / hourThis opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Technology, Commercial & Industrial Market Sector, supporting Grid Solutions projects such as Substation and Overhead Transmission Line, while building critical civil infrastructure for today's and tomorrow's challenges. Civil Engineering Technicians contribute to the planning, design, and implementation of site development, including grading and drainage, erosion control, roadways, fencing, and underground utilities for these advanced industrial and commercial facilities.
Google Cloud Platform - Engineering Manager Huntington Bancshares IncGoogle Cloud Platform - Engineering ManagerHouston, TXThe Cloud Engineering Manager provides technical leadership and people management for a team responsible for designing, building, and operating scalable, secure, and highly available cloud platforms. This role combines hands‑on cloud architecture expertise, Infrastructure as Code, and DevSecOps practices with strong coaching, mentoring, and delivery leadership.
Senior Engineering Manager Bridgestone Americas IncSenior Engineering ManagerTXFirestone's unique anionic polymerization technology allows production of high purity, high molecular weight polybutadiene and a wide range of block, random, and vinyl modified styrene-butadiene copolymers. Providing technical leadership and mentorship to engineering staff as it pertains to the complex operational demands of a chemical facility in order to drive continuous improvement in efficiency, cost optimization, and competitiveness.
NewProject Engineering Manager WorleyParsonsProject Engineering ManagerHouston, TXJob Description - Project Engineering Manager (HOU04BG)Company: WorleyPrimary LocationUSA-TX-HoustonScheduleFull-timeEmployment Type: EmployeeGeneral Purpose of RoleEstablishes the project framework for delivering engineering and design and provides cross-discipline coordination/supervision by directing project execution activities and discipline deliverable creation for one large or several smaller projects. Supports management of project change and progressing for the discipline and works with other members of the Project Management Team to take corrective action regarding any issues, staffing requirements, scope changes, progressing, or other events that could affect project completion and/or profitability.
Project Engineering Manager - Industrial Water Black & Veatch Holding CoProject Engineering Manager - Industrial WaterHouston, TXClient Interface: • Identify key client interests and drivers for moderately complex projects • Communicate client concerns to project team members and develop solutions • Provide support for business development or pursuit activities • Manage project changes directly with the client under Project Manager supervision. The Opportunity As the Project Engineering Manager for Industrial Water, you will manage execution of the engineering component of multiple traditional, design-build, design-bid-build, and collaborative delivery projects including advanced treatment facilities, underground conveyance, and carbon neutral solutions.
Project Engineering Manager - Water/Wastewater Black & Veatch Holding CoProject Engineering Manager - Water/WastewaterHouston, TXAs the Project Engineering Manager for Water & Wastewater Conveyance, you will manage execution of the engineering component of multiple traditional, design-build, design-bid-build, and collaborative delivery projects including pumping stations, underground conveyance, and carbon neutral solutions. Black & Veatchs Governments & Community business works to provide innovative solutions and integrated planning, design, and construction support for mission-critical facilities, as well as threat reduction and environmental services worldwide.
Engineering Technician/Technologist-Del NR Consulting LLCEngineering Technician/Technologist-DelHouston, TX$0–$25 / hourAssist in construction or disassembly of laboratory test units or field test prototypes, including processing necessary manufacturing and purchasing paperwork. The Engineering Technician/Technologist is responsible for performing tests, collect data and report in all phases of product design and development.
Commissioning Engineering Manager Cooper Machinery Services BrandCommissioning Engineering ManagerHouston, TexasEducation and Experience: The ideal candidate will have an Engineering Degree, Trade School Training or be a graduate of a Technical School with the combined an in-depth technical aptitude on engines and engine tuning. Headquartered in Houston, TX, but with commercial and services hubs around the world, Cooper Machinery Services provides world-class services to more than 22,000 units in its installed base.
Test Engineering Manager (G-Project) - Foxconn Industrial Internet FIITest Engineering Manager (G-Project) - Foxconn Industrial InternetHouston, TexasSupports internal training programs aimed at improving production efficiency, reducing scrap rates, and developing employees' technical skills. Accountable for the outcomes of activities within the test engineering department, including defining the sub-processes and competence needs required for effective operations.
Engineering Manager - Transmission Line Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLCEngineering Manager - Transmission LineHouston, TexasFull timeThe QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients. The Engineering Manager will supervise and perform engineering studies/analyses on utility systems, prepare engineering solutions to mitigate system risk, and optimize system investment.
Engineering Manager ABBEngineering ManagerHouston, TexasBy coupling power, propulsion, automation, marine software and services that ensure maximum vessel uptime, the Division is well positioned to help the marine industry to achieve its decarbonization targets while improving the profitability and sustainability of our customers’ business throughout the entire lifecycle of vessels. With ABB Ability Marine software solutions and ABB Ability Collaborative Operations Centers around the world, shipowners and operators can run their fleets at lower fuel and maintenance costs, while improving crew, passenger and cargo safety as well as overall productivity of their operations.
Structural Staff Engineering Technician - Overhead Transmission Black & Veatch Holding CoStructural Staff Engineering Technician - Overhead TransmissionHouston, TXThis opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Technology, Commercial & Industrial Market Sector, supporting Grid projects such as Overhead Transmission Line, while building critical infrastructure for today's and tomorrow's challenges. The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Staff Engineering Technician plays a key role in supporting the development of high-quality engineering deliverables for these complex infrastructure projects.
Civil - Senior Engineering Technician - Water Black & Veatch Holding CoCivil - Senior Engineering Technician - WaterHouston, TXThis opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Government & Communities Market Sector, supporting Water & Industrial Water projects and building critical infrastructure for today's and tomorrow's challenges. The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Senior Civil Engineering Technician serves in a lead technical role supporting the development of high quality civil engineering deliverables for complex infrastructure projects.
Structural Associate Engineering Technician - Overhead Transmission Black & Veatch Holding CoStructural Associate Engineering Technician - Overhead TransmissionHouston, TXThis opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Technology, Commercial & Industrial Market Sector, supporting Grid projects such as Overhead Transmission Line, while building critical infrastructure for today's and tomorrow's challenges. The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Staff Engineering Technician plays a key role in supporting the development of high-quality engineering deliverables for these complex infrastructure projects.
Structural Staff Engineering Technician - Advanced Power Generation Black & Veatch Holding CoStructural Staff Engineering Technician - Advanced Power GenerationHouston, TXThis opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Power Providers Market Sector, supporting Advanced Power Generation (APG) projects and building critical infrastructure for today's and tomorrow's challenges. The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Staff Engineering Technician plays a key role in supporting the development of high-quality engineering deliverables for these complex infrastructure projects.
Production Engineering Manager, Data Center Manufacturing Tesla IncProduction Engineering Manager, Data Center ManufacturingBrookshire, TXRole responsibilities include end-to-end ownership of overall equipment efficiency (OEE), development of mechanisms to foster continuous improvement, and performance management of teams. Develop and motivate a high performing team of exceptional engineers, technicians, and leaders in Tesla's mission to transition the world towards sustainable energy.
Remote Electrical Engineering Manager (HV/BESS) System OneRemote Electrical Engineering Manager (HV/BESS)Houston, TXRemoteSystem One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. Coordinate with utility companies, developers, and EPC contractors to facilitate project execution.
Overhead Transmission Line Project Engineering Manager Black & Veatch Holding CoOverhead Transmission Line Project Engineering ManagerHouston, TXOur Technology, Commercial & Industrial Team has specialized capabilities focused on the latest needs for clients in a fast-growth technology-led arena of advanced manufacturing, and generative AI computing including gigafactories, bio/ag tech, data centers and distributed infrastructure. Most positions - depending on the nature of work performed as defined by the division - will typically require incumbents to have professional registration or licensure in their designated home office country, or be in active pursuit of such registration.
Project Engineering Manager - Substation Black & Veatch Holding CoProject Engineering Manager - SubstationHouston, TXOur Technology, Commercial & Industrial Team has specialized capabilities focused on the latest needs for clients in a fast-growth technology-led arena of advanced manufacturing, and generative AI computing including gigafactories, bio/ag tech, data centers and distributed infrastructure. Experience in design of substation facilities with strong understanding of overall project lifecycle, layout design and optimization, relay protection & control, civil/structural designs, and technical knowledge of major equipment associated with substation facilities.
Extra High Voltage Overhead Transmission Line Project Engineering Manager Black & Veatch Holding CoExtra High Voltage Overhead Transmission Line Project Engineering ManagerHouston, TXOur Technology, Commercial & Industrial Team has specialized capabilities focused on the latest needs for clients in a fast-growth technology-led arena of advanced manufacturing, and generative AI computing including gigafactories, bio/ag tech, data centers and distributed infrastructure. Most positions - depending on the nature of work performed as defined by the division - will typically require incumbents to have professional registration or licensure in their designated home office country, or be in active pursuit of such registration.
Sr. Project Engineering Manager - Power Generation Black & Veatch Holding CoSr. Project Engineering Manager - Power GenerationHouston, TXOur energy generation markets are robust and include utilities, independent power producers and new non-traditional entrants adding to the much-needed supply of secure, clean power to our industries and communities. Most positions - depending on the nature of work performed as defined by the division - will typically require incumbents to have professional registration or licensure in their designated home office country, or be in active pursuit of such registration.
NewSenior Electrical Engineering Technician - APG Designer Black & Veatch Holding CoSenior Electrical Engineering Technician - APG DesignerHouston, TXThe Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Senior Engineering Technician applies advanced technical expertise to address complex design challenges, and contributes to the development of innovative engineering solutions. You'll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world-gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.
Structural Senior Engineering Technician - Nuclear Power Black & Veatch Holding CoStructural Senior Engineering Technician - Nuclear PowerHouston, TXThis opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Power Providers Market Sector, supporting Nuclear Generation projects and building critical infrastructure for today's and tomorrow's challenges. The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Staff Engineering Technician plays a key role in supporting the development of high‑quality engineering deliverables for these complex infrastructure projects.
Mechanical Piping Designer - Senior Engineering Technician - Water Black & Veatch Holding CoMechanical Piping Designer - Senior Engineering Technician - WaterHouston, TX$96,921–$161,843 / yearThis opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Governments & Communities (G&C) Market Sector, supporting Water and Industrial Water projects and delivering critical infrastructure for municipal and industrial clients. The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Assistant Engineering Technician plays a key role in supporting the development of high‑quality engineering deliverables for these complex infrastructure projects.
NewProject Engineering Manager Nrg Bluewater WindProject Engineering ManagerHouston, TXMentor developing staff members such that development and maturation is defined and visibleSupport VP-Engineering, VP-Generation Project Construction, and VP-Environmental Compliance and Plant Improvement Projects in scoping and planning new EPC projectsApplicants with electrical engineering degrees are expected to provide plant electrical and interconnection equipment sizing guidance such as transformers & breakers and ensuring equipment characteristics support Transmission Owner and NRG technical requirements. Provide expertise to support development and conceptual design of NRG generation projects including development of project scoping specifications, site due diligence support and layouts, EPC contracting technical interface, as well as managing fuel, water, wastewater and electrical interconnection scoping/contracting support.
Senior Engineering Manager - Drilling Services Weatherford International PlcSenior Engineering Manager - Drilling ServicesHouston, TXThey will liaise with stakeholders including Product Line Management, Manufacturing, Operations, Repair and Maintenance, and others as required to ensure that sustaining engineering effort is aligned with business needs and priorities. Skills: Excellent leadership skills: able to translate high-level goals into efficient and effective plans, align and motivate teams to execute, and proactively identify and overcome obstacles to ensure value delivery.
Clinical Systems Engineering Manager Renovo SolutionsClinical Systems Engineering ManagerHouston, TexasOur mission is to enable our employees to create customer-centric solutions that empower our healthcare and life science partners to deliver better outcomes and quality of life for the communities they serve. What you will do: Oversee a team of Clinical Engineers who are responsible for developing a 5-year capital equipment plan (for existing & new operations) including: Needs analysis/assessment model.
Engineering Manager - Substation Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group, LLCEngineering Manager - SubstationHouston, TexasFull timeThe QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients. The Engineering Manager - Substation will provide engineering expertise and technical support throughout the project lifecycle and support field operations, customer account management, procurement, and key stakeholder groups within Quanta.
Engineering Manager Gilbane Building CoEngineering ManagerHouston, TXYou leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbanes business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Automation & Controls Engineering Manager Audubon Engineering Co LPAutomation & Controls Engineering ManagerHouston, TXThe Automation & Controls Engineering Manager will lead a team responsible for the development, design, specification, implementation, and execution of industrial automation and control system projects, with a primary emphasis on Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS). Set objectives and make significant decisions regarding the purpose, function and roles within a group or project; may set priorities and allocate resources within a group or project; oversee distribution of workload and establishment of work deadlines; set work quality expectations.
Electrical Engineering Manager Audubon Engineering Co LPElectrical Engineering ManagerHouston, TXSet objectives and make significant decisions regarding the purpose, function and roles within a group or project; may set priorities and allocate resources within a group or project; oversee distribution of workload and establishment of work deadlines; set work quality expectations. The Electrical Engineering Manager will manage a team of engineering supervisor(s) and/or engineers who perform electrical engineering assignments associated with designing equipment, components, structures or systems.
Staff Engineering Technician - Substation System OneStaff Engineering Technician - SubstationHouston, TexasWe are seeking an experienced Staff Engineering Technician to support civil design and drafting efforts for electrical substation and grid infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have strong technical drafting skills, advanced Civil 3D experience, and prior exposure to substation or utility-related projects.
Mechanical Piping Designer - Associate Engineering Technician - Water Black & Veatch Holding CoMechanical Piping Designer - Associate Engineering Technician - WaterHouston, TXThe Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Associate Engineering Technician under general supervision, performs technical tasks requiring intermediate knowledge of engineering principles and practices in support of creating or modifying deliverables. You'll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world-gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.
Civil - Staff Engineering Technician - Nuclear Power Black & Veatch Holding CoCivil - Staff Engineering Technician - Nuclear PowerHouston, TXThis opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Power Providers Market Sector, supporting Nuclear Generation projects and building critical infrastructure for today's and tomorrow's challenges. The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Staff Engineering Technician plays a key role in supporting the development of high-quality engineering deliverables for these complex infrastructure projects.
NewLead Electrical Engineering Technician - APG Designer Black & Veatch Holding CoLead Electrical Engineering Technician - APG DesignerHouston, TXThe Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Lead Engineering Technician applies advanced technical expertise to solve complex design challenges, and contributes to the development of innovative engineering solutions. You'll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world-gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.
NewElectrical - Associate Engineering Technician - Substation Drafter Black & Veatch Holding CoElectrical - Associate Engineering Technician - Substation DrafterHouston, TXThe Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Associate Engineering Technician under general supervision, performs technical tasks requiring intermediate knowledge of engineering principles and practices in support of creating or modifying deliverables. You'll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world-gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.
Mechanical Piping Designer - Staff Engineering Technician - Advanced Power Generation Black & Veatch Holding CoMechanical Piping Designer - Staff Engineering Technician - Advanced Power GenerationHouston, TX$74,360–$124,190 / yearThis opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Power Providers Market Sector, supporting Advanced Power Generation (APG) projects and building critical infrastructure for todays and tomorrow's challenges. Under general supervision, this position performs technical tasks requiring advanced knowledge of engineering principles and practices, with a focus on developing and refining 3D piping layouts and model-based drawings using Bentley OpenPlant Modeler.
Mechanical Piping Designer - Lead Engineering Technician - Data Centers Black & Veatch Holding CoMechanical Piping Designer - Lead Engineering Technician - Data CentersHouston, TXThe Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Lead Engineering Technician applies advanced technical expertise to solve complex design challenges, and contributes to the development of innovative engineering solutions. You'll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world-gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.
Electrical Engineering Technician - Advanced Power Generation (APG) Black & Veatch Holding CoElectrical Engineering Technician - Advanced Power Generation (APG)Houston, TXThis opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Power Providers Market Sector, supporting Advanced Power Generation (APG) projects and building critical infrastructure for today's and tomorrow's challenges. The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Staff Engineering Technician plays a key role in supporting the development of high-quality engineering 2D/3D deliverables for these complex infrastructure projects.
Civil - Staff Engineering Technician - APG Black & Veatch Holding CoCivil - Staff Engineering Technician - APGHouston, TXCompany: Black & Veatch Corporation Req Id: 113964 Opportunity Type: Staff Relocation eligible: No Full time/Part time: Full-Time Project Only Hire: No Visa Sponsorship Available: No. ### Why Black and Veatch Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanitys biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. ### The Opportunity This opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Power Providers Market Sector, supporting Advanced Power Generation (APG) projects and building critical infrastructure for todays and tomorrows challenges.
Lead Electrical Engineering Technician - Nuclear Design Black & Veatch Holding CoLead Electrical Engineering Technician - Nuclear DesignHouston, TX$133,881–$223,575 / yearThe Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Staff Engineering Technician plays a key role in supporting the development of high‑quality engineering 2D/3D deliverables for these complex infrastructure projects. This opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Power Providers Market Sector, supporting Nuclear projects and building critical infrastructure for today's and tomorrow's challenges.
Staff Electrical Engineering Technician - Nuclear Design Black & Veatch Holding CoStaff Electrical Engineering Technician - Nuclear DesignHouston, TX$74,360–$124,190 / yearThis opportunity with Black & Veatch offers the chance to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams within the Power Providers Market Sector, supporting Nuclear projects and building critical infrastructure for today's and tomorrow's challenges. The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Staff Engineering Technician plays a key role in supporting the development of high‑quality engineering 2D/3D deliverables for these complex infrastructure projects.
Engineering Manager II Wood PLCEngineering Manager IIHouston, TexasAs Director of Alternative Fuels and Low Carbon you will be at the center of Wood's consulting and engineering services, connected to digital, data, engineering, project delivery, and the wider business to enable you to unlock growth and market capture. Wood is uniquely positioned to accelerate the development of the energy augmentation and energy transition projects of the world's leading conventional energy companies, advising on road mapping, technology definition, assessment and selection.
Engineering Manager Crescent Hotels & Resorts LLCEngineering ManagerHouston, TXPart timeService the hotel's pool, including adjusting chemicals and cleaning filters; completing maintenance request forms and record logs. 1. Interview, hire, train, recommend performance evaluations, resolve problems, provide open communication and recommend discipline and/or termination when appropriate.