Project Engineer

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Competitive wages

Education opportunities

Job summary

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer in Philadelphia, PA to provide technical and programmatic support for HM&E contracts, focusing on Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems. The role involves project management of HM&E contracts and task orders from NSWCPD.

Ideal candidates will have five years of Navy AC&R experience, be U.S. citizens, and eligible for a SECRET clearance. Local candidates only; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Five years of direct experience with US Navy AC&R systems and equipment.
• Must be able to obtain SECRET clearance.
• Proficient with Microsoft Project and Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Contract management and oversight of HM&E contracts and task orders.
• Coordinate with engineers on AC&R task execution and documentation.
• Prepare status reports and ensure plans meet contract specifications.
• Develop and track project plans using Microsoft Project.

Skills

Project management

Navy AC&R experience

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Shipboard drawings

Security clearance

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Position:Project Engineer

Location:Philadelphia, PA

Company Overview:

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. (Continental Tide) is an industry leader, providing engineering and industrial services to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other DoD organizations. At Continental Tide, we understand that a great company culture is one where employees know their voice is heard, no matter what their title is and letting them grow in their role as the company does. We want to provide our employees with the opportunity to learn, be challenged and be in a position where they can succeed, develop new skills, and do things they wouldn't have the opportunity to do elsewhere. Our fast-paced and challenging environment, employees here at Continental Tide can catapult themselves to the top and we’re looking for "the best at what they do" to join our team and help us grow.

*Please note due to the anticipated volume of responses, we will contact only those candidates who most closely match our requirements. Only local candidates will be considered.

Job Overview

Continental Tide is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to provide technical and programmatic support to Continental Tide’s extensive Hull, Mechanical and Electrical (HM&E) contract base specifically supporting Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for project management of Continental Tide HM&E Contracts and Task Orders out of the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD).

Essential duties & responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Responsible for contract management, oversight and execution under your cognizance.
• Work closely with the engineers in the AC&R branch on execution of all tasks under our contract.
• Communicate with management/subcontractors/customers regarding CDRLs and internal programmatic initiatives.
• Contract, delivery, and task order estimating, technical proposal development, estimate review, preparation and formatting.
• Develop and track project plans via Microsoft project.
• Assist project execution by streamlining processes from award to project planning (kick-off meetings, team compositions, personnel, schedules, etc) and ensuring the Project Manager/Lead is fully prepared to transition into the process and take the lead.
• Assist and support the work of other Continental Tide employees including multiple Project / Program Managers and a variety of tasks.
• Oversees and directs “Program-level” and/or multiple “Project-level” initiatives within the constructs of corporate initiatives and directives.
• Prepares Status Reports and works to ensure plans adhere to contract specifications and overall corporate goals.
• Relies on extensive experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
• Identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Reports to top management and responsible for financial and budgetary projections.
• Familiar with 9090-310, NAVSEA Standard Items and NAVSSES 4790.2 Series Installation documentation.
• Performs other tasking/initiatives in a wide range of disciplines as directed.

Requirements:

• Must possess a REAL ID or U.S. Passport.
• Five (5) years of direct experience with US Navy AC&R systems and equipment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Skills and Attributes:

• Experience with control systems, variable frequency drives as part of Navy AC Plants.
• Ability to read and interpret shipboard installation drawings, installation specifications and NAVSEA Standard Items is preferred.
• Must have or have the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance
• Familiarity with the NSWCPD organization is a plus
• Must have the ability to obtain base access and security credentials.
• Monitor compliance with company Quality and Safety Management Systems, Workmanship standards and Customer requirements.
• Due to export control regulations, this role is open to U.S. citizens only.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and execute multiple assigned tasks.
• Must be Proficient in Microsoft Project and Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Willingness to travel.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform the essential job duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to the safety or health of employee or others. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits:

Continental Tide offers an empowering professional environment in a culture that emphasizes teamwork, shared responsibility for company and client success, and personal growth. We offer competitive wages in salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, competitive employee benefit options, and 401K plan with company match.

Continental Tide is an Equal Opportunity Employerand participates in E-Verify and U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. Continental Tide prohibits discrimination against any protected classfrom discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation,military service, or other non-merit-based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs. Consistent with these obligations, Continental Tide also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Continental Tides Defense Systems, 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 status as a protected veteran”.

“This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.”