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Lead Construction Engineering Technician will need to obtain appropriate certifications for work assignments, and will receive direction from manager on certifications needed. Lead Construction Engineering Technician travels in company vehicle or personal vehicle to project site staying near project site during the work week with expenses paid.

Overview:
POSITION SUMMARY: This position serves in an advanced capacity in one or more focus areas.  Position will oversee and perform general and advanced construction and field observation on projects for assurance that the project has been completed in close compliance with plans and specifications.  Position works independently with minimal supervision and will apply knowledge of construction practices and materials testing requirements to document Contractor’s construction progress and perform quality assurance on projects. 

Responsibilities:
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:<ul><li>Perform general and advanced construction and field observation.</li><li>Read and interpret construction plans and specifications for quality assurance during construction process.</li><li>Utilizing knowledge of surveying, staking procedures, checking line and grade, and cross sections in order to perform quality assurance review in those areas.</li><li>Conduct materials testing following prescribed procedures on soil, concrete, bituminous, and aggregate materials.</li><li>Maintain log of materials testing results.</li><li>Measure installed quantities, track and report on installed products.  Includes calculating areas, distances and volumes.</li><li>Works directly with both internal and external clients and contractors.</li><li>Write documentation for as-built drawings when adjustments are made to design.</li><li>Complete detailed construction reports using MS Word, MS Excel and construction management software systems.</li><li>Monitor performance of contractors and have the ability to confront design compliance issues with contractors when identified.</li><li>Assist with training and scheduling of staff.</li><li>Assist in establishing budgets and preparing/presenting proposals.</li><li>Perform submittal control reviews for billing client(s).</li></ul>

Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skill & Abilities:<ul><li>Advanced knowledge of construction practices and methodology</li><li>Progressive knowledge of surveying, staking procedures, checking line and grade and cross sections</li><li>Understanding and knowledge of testing procedures</li><li>Ability to interpret and understand plans and specifications</li><li>Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)</li><li>Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership</li><li>Ability to lead, manage, train, and mentor others</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office and technical software with ability to learn CPM and Newforma software programs</li><li>AutoCAD or Arc Map knowledge and/or experience helpful</li><li>Ability to pass safety classes and exhibit safety oriented mentality</li><li>Good math skills (ability to:  add, subtract, multiply, divide); must be able to calculate areas, distances, and volumes</li><li>Strong organizational skills</li><li>Self-Motivated and ability to work independently</li><li>Good technical writing skills including ability to use appropriate grammar and proof read</li><li>Ability to pass all certification exams required of clients</li><li>Effective human relations skills to build consensus, resolve conflict and confront/address design compliance issues with contractors</li><li>Ability to embrace new technology and processes</li></ul> Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.  2-year degree from technical school or college, or equivalent experience preferred.  Experience:10+ years’ construction, survey and/or field observation experience, with 5+ years as a project lead required.  Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel required.  Must have ability to pass certifications.  Experience and knowledge of materials testing required.  AutoCAD or ArcGIS experience is helpful.  Certification Expectations:Certifications have reciprocity in some states.  Lead Construction Engineering Technician will need to obtain appropriate certifications for work assignments, and will receive direction from manager on certifications needed. Lead Construction Engineering Technician must pass all required certifications and maintain those certifications throughout employment.  Certifications that may be required include but are not limited to:<ul><li>Concrete</li><li>Soil Density</li><li>Asphalt</li><li>Paint</li><li>Welding</li><li>Sewer Testing</li><li>Traffic Control</li><li>Railway Worker On-Track Safety</li><li>E-Rail Safe</li><li>Safety Orientation</li><li>10-Hour OSHA</li><li>Confined Space</li><li>First Aid, CPR and AED</li></ul> Travel Expectations:Overnight travel is required.  Lead Construction Engineering Technician travels in company vehicle or personal vehicle to project site staying near project site during the work week with expenses paid.  Depending on base location of employee and/or project work, position travels up to 20-80% of the time.  Valid driver’s license with good driving record required.   Other Information:This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing under the authority of the Federal Railroad Administration.  The selected candidate will be required to pass a DOT FRA drug test as a condition of employment in this position.  The selected applicant will also be required to complete a back-ground check.  An applicant with a confirmed positive test result in the past (or the equivalent) that has not successfully completed all rehabilitation program requirements and follow-up testing requirements is not eligible for this position.  Working Conditions: <ul><li>Lifting: Occasional maximum lift of 100 lbs. from floor to knuckle; occasional maximum lift of 100 lbs. floor to shoulder; occasional maximum lift 5 lbs. from shoulder to overhead; occasional maximum unilateral lift of 25 lbs. from waist to overhead; occasional maximum carry of 80 lbs., 50 feet; occasional maximum vertical pull force of 125 lbs.; occasional maximum grip force 90 lbs.</li><li>Work is primarily outside and will have exposure to extreme weather conditions and nature elements. Will need appropriate clothing for extreme weather conditions.  </li><li>Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, crawl and balance for extended periods of time.</li><li>Position will have extensive walking.</li><li>Must be able to navigate difficult terrain, including un-even surfaces, ditches, steep slopes, etc.</li><li>Must be able to use hands for carrying items, operating devices and/or equipment, and operating ATV vehicle.</li><li>Must be able to lift/carry items (i.e. testing equipment, tools, etc.)</li><li>Work hours dictated by contractors, and can include 12-15 hour work days.</li></ul>*Post offer, pre-employment lifting test will be required.  This job description is not designed to cover or contain a listing of all functions and responsibilities that are required of this position.  Employee owners are expected to take on additional responsibilities as requested.  Bartlett & West partners with businesses and communities to build smarter, stronger, more connected infrastructure. From railroad GIS to industrial parks and city planning, we provide innovative technology and engineering solutions to clients worldwide. With deep industry knowledge and a passion for creative problem solving, we engineer better tomorrows.  Bartlett & West is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Bartlett & West

Lead Construction Engineering Technician

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Billing

Budgeting

Building Surveying

CPR Certification

Communication Skills

Concrete

Conflict Resolution

Consensus Building Skills

Construction

Construction Engineering

Construction Industry Software

Construction Management

Construction Materials Testing

Construction Planning

Defibrillator

Documentation

Driver's License

First Aid

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Leadership

Lift/Move 100 Pounds

Lift/Move 25 Pounds

Lift/Move 80 Pounds

Materials Testing

Mathematics

Mentoring

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Word

OSHA

Organizational Skills

Painting (Facilities and Maintenance)

Performance Analysis

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Proposal Writing

Quality Assurance

Quality Assurance Methodology

Safety/Work Safety

Staff Training

Surveying

Technical Writing

Test Equipment

Test Requirements

Testing

Urban Planning

Welding

Willing to Travel

Writing Skills

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PRS Facility Location Independence, MO PRIIS - 287 Job Purpose This position will focus on testing cloud-based systems with an emphasis on Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments, while also contributing to edge device and firmware testing. This position will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of our distributed systems, bridging cloud infrastructure and edge hardware. As an experienced test engineer the role will require deep expertise in designing and implementing test strategies for complex, distributed systems, with the ability to lead a team and drive quality across both cloud and embedded environments. This position will be located in Independence, MO. Req ID 11528BR Company Description Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation-driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company's products are in operation across more than 100 countries-powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail-they are making history every day. Education / Training Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related field. Job Title Test Engineer, Cloud City Independence Key Job Elements • Assist in creating and executing test cases for AWS-based applications and infrastructure (e.g., EC2,S3, Lambda, RDS; • Perform functional, integration, and regression testing for cloud services under supervision; • Use AWS tools like CloudWatch or AWS CLI to monitor and validate system performance; • Support automation of cloud testing tasks using scripts or tools provided by senior team members; • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including software developers, hardware engineers, and product managers, to ensure test scenarios are comprehensive and validate system functionality; • Execute predefined test cases for edge devices and firmware, focusing on functionality and basic interoperability with cloud systems; • Assist in validating communication protocols (e.g., MQTT, HTTP) between edge devices and cloud infrastructure; • Conduct manual and semi-automated tests on embedded systems under guidance; • Report defects and assist in troubleshooting firmware-related issue. Qualifications and Experience • 8+ years of experience in test engineering with at least 5 years focused on cloud-based system testing (AWS preferred); • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage tasks, mentor team members, and drive high-quality results; • Proficiency with AWS services; • Strong scripting skills in Python, Bash, or similar for test automation and tooling; • Experience with test automation frameworks, and CI/CD tools, containerized environments and their testing methodologies, security testing principles. Essential and Physical Activities Functions • Strength - Position typically involves work in an office environment with occasional visits to a production environment. Frequent/constant sitting. Occasional standing and walking. Occasional light to medium-level lifting or carrying (up to 30 pounds); • Motion - Position regularly requires standard motions associated with working in an office environment. Depending on assigned project, position may occasionally require motions involved in an industrial working environment, including some kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping; • Vision/Hearing Requirements - Frequent verbal communications, including both talking and hearing; • Work Environment - Position is typically located in an office environment with occasional visits to a light production environment. • Emotional Demands - Working at a high level independently and in a team setting. Requires significant interpersonal skills. • Safety - Position may occasionally require the use of Personal Protective Equipment during visits to production areas. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Benefits Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on mul

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