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The Manager of Transportation is responsible for providing on-time delivery of SMA America's products throughout the delivery chain, including inbound and outbound shipments of new product finished goods, accessories, and spare parts, as well as returns of defective and repaired items. We may also obtain your personal information from third parties, including but not limited to your former employers, background or employment check service providers or third-party recruiters; and, (b) SMA may use or process applicants' personal information for relevant purposes including but not limited to general communications with you, identity verification, background or employment checks, determination of eligibility, and making hiring decisions.

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<div class="content-intro">Why Work at SMA America At SMA America, we believe in Energy that Changes. Since 1981, we've been developing innovative solar technology that simplifies, secures, and enhances the performance of photovoltaic systems — all while pushing the boundaries of what's possible in clean energy. But we're not just transforming power — we're empowering people. We've built a culture where bold ideas are welcomed, collaboration is second nature, and your career growth truly matters. With our Rocklin, CA headquarters as the hub, we offer a hybrid work model, competitive benefits, and a team-driven environment where your impact is seen and felt. Whether you're a sales expert, service pro, or engineering innovator, if you're ready to join a purpose-driven team committed to shaping the future of energy — we'd love to meet you.</div>PURPOSE OF POSITIONThe Manager of Transportation is responsible for providing on-time delivery of SMA America's products throughout the delivery chain, including inbound and outbound shipments of new product finished goods, accessories, and spare parts, as well as returns of defective and repaired items. This role functions as the primary contact for internal stakeholders and external customers for carrier service requirements, performance issues, and problem resolution.PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES<ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage and train Transportation Coordinators and Analysts, ensuring they have the tools to succeed, including hiring, training, coaching, and performance management.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage and maintain SMA America's Transportation Management System (TMS), ensuring data accuracy, providing detailed reports as needed, and updating the system as necessary.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Oversee customs clearance for international shipments, involving document verification, duty/tariff calculation, cargo inspection, and collaboration among brokers, forwarders, and authorities to ensure regulatory compliance and seamless goods transit.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Work closely with Large Scale Project Managers and support Supply Chain Operations.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Perform carrier sourcing and negotiation in partnership with Indirect Procurement.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Provide effective delivery solutions through extensive knowledge of relevant modes of transportation including Air, Ocean, Small Parcel, International, Expedited, LTL, Truckload, Partial, Flatbed, and Intermodal.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Perform data analysis on transportation-related costs and services.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage Transportation partners and third-party vendors.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Track Key Performance Indicators for the Transportation Team.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ensure continuous review and improvement of operational processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Other duties as may be assigned by supervisor or management.</li></ul>REQUIRED RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE<ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Bachelor's degree or relevant and equivalent work experience.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Minimum 5 years of experience in a supply chain or transportation role is required.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Management and leadership experience with direct reports is required.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Advanced experience with Transportation Management Systems.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Experience with SAP preferred.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) is required.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills are required.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Attention to detail, high level of accuracy, and excellent organizational skills are required.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ability to analyze and solve problems effectively.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Proficiency in the English language, both written and verbal, is required.</li></ul>WE OFFER<ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">The salary range for this position is $82,000 - $108,000 per year, dependent upon experience.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage (including $0 premium options).</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Work Location: This role is open to remote candidates. Hybrid or in-office presence is preferred for those located within commuting distance of our Rocklin, CA office, consistent with our current work model.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">401(k) plan with company match.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Opportunities for professional development and training.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Inclusive, collaborative, and innovative work environment.</li></ul><div class="content-conclusion">Our EEO Policy We are an equal opportunity employer and we make our employment decisions on the basis of merit and without regard to one's race, color, creed, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity, religion, marital status, age (over 40), national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability (includes HIV/Aids), medical condition (cancer, genetic characteristics), veteran's status, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by law. In accordance with applicable law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, SMA will attempt to reasonably accommodate qualified applicants with known disabilities, unless doing so would create an undue hardship on SMA. Any qualified applicant with a disability who believes he or she requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job for which he or she is applying should identify the accommodation(s) needed in the application.Our Privacy PolicyDuring your job application or recruitment process with us: (a) SMA may collect your personal information directly from you, such as when you submit your application and resume on our online portal or when you have job interviews with us. We may also obtain your personal information from third parties, including but not limited to your former employers, background or employment check service providers or third-party recruiters; and, (b) SMA may use or process applicants' personal information for relevant purposes including but not limited to general communications with you, identity verification, background or employment checks, determination of eligibility, and making hiring decisions. For successful job applicants who become SMA's staff, we may retain and integrate your personal information collected during the recruitment process into your records at SMA. For unsuccessful job applicants, [SMA may retain your application for internal records or for future recruitment purposes].If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018, as amended including by the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020, and its implementing regulations (the "CCPA"). This Company Personnel and Covered Individuals Privacy Notice for California Residents issued by SMA is applicable to you and explains your CCPA rights and our collection, use or disclosure of your personal information.If you have any question regarding our privacy policy, please contact us at US_DataPrivacy@sma-america.com   </div>

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In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and a specific solicitation for the position or other approved engagement request for the position with BKF Engineers, BKF Engineers reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. You’ll work closely with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver roadway, highway, and multimodal corridor projects - helping shape the future of transportation across the region.

BKF is a multi-service infrastructure consulting firm providing civil engineering and surveying services across California, the Pacific Northwest, and beyond. With offices throughout California and the Portland area, BKF has served transportation, water resources, land development, government, and federal clients for over 110 years. At BKF, you’ll find a unique opportunity to grow your career with intention. Our culture values professional autonomy, innovation, and meaningful collaboration across offices. We are proud to be recognized with the Great Place to Work certification for the second year in a row.We’re seeking a Senior Project Engineer with expertise in transportation, civil infrastructure to support our well rooted Newport Beach office. This role is ideal for a California licensed P.E. with 5+ years of experience who enjoys leading technical delivery, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to impactful horizontal infrastructure projects. You’ll work closely with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver roadway, highway, and multimodal corridor projects - helping shape the future of transportation across the region.Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead technical design and delivery of transportation projects, including roadway rehabilitation, new alignments, retaining walls, curbs, traffic improvements, wildlife crossings, highways, roundabouts, and corridors</li><li>Organize project workflows, establish design criteria, and delegate tasks to junior staff</li><li>Make decisions on specific project elements and consult with senior leadership on complex issues</li><li>Support QA/QC implementation and identify out-of-scope services</li><li>Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across teams</li><li>Assist in coordinating sub-consultant work and ensure cohesive project execution</li><li>Attend project meetings and represent BKF as a secondary point-of-contact</li><li>Contribute to proposal development and cross-sell BKF’s services to regional clients</li><li>Manage assigned project elements within established budgets and timelines</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program</li><li>California Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) or with a Professional Engineer (P.E.) licenses will be prioritized</li><li>Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation infrastructure design and project delivery</li><li>Strong background in roadway and highway design, including staged construction and controls</li><li>Familiarity with Caltrans standards, permitting processes, and public agency coordination</li><li>Proficiency in geometric design and AutoCAD/Civil 3D and project management tools</li><li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills, both verbal and written</li><li>Occasional travel required between BKF offices and client site</li></ul>Physical Demands: Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse and occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations.Work Conditions: Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required.Benefits<ul><li>The typical base salary range for this position is $103,000.00 - $142,000.00, annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly.</li><li>Competitive salaries, end of year bonuses, profit sharing, and 401k.</li><li>Generous paid time off packages.</li><li>9 Paid Holidays.</li><li>Flexible schedules.</li><li>Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations.</li><li>BKF offers competitive and award-winning benefits and perks. To learn more click <a class="external" href="https://www.bkf.com/careers/benefits/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">here.</a></li></ul>BKF Engineers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.BKF Engineers does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and a specific solicitation for the position or other approved engagement request for the position with BKF Engineers, BKF Engineers reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited submittals are done at the risk of the recruiter.#LI-Hybrid

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