Location: Tacoma, WA
Company: Kpff Consulting Engineers
will have the opportunity to be directly involved in a wide variety of challenging projects including ports & harbors, ferry terminals, large vessel piers, industrial developments, municipal structures, and high profile design-build infrastructure. We are looking for self-motivated people who are eager to develop design and project management skills and who are passionate about providing exceptional client service.
Current project types and potential work includes: Container Terminal Infrastructure design and construction support Large movable structures and bridges Ports; wharf design, waterway dredging, terminal operations building Fisheries Engineering; hatchery building and pond
design, diversion and intake structures Marinas; fuel station design Minimum Qualifications and requirements Currently enrolled in a BSCE program Completed 90 credits or more by the start of the 2020 summer internship Basic knowledge of engineering fundamentals Effective written and verbal communication Ability to work effectively in a team environment Strong technical and organizational abilities Preferred Requirements & Skills Graduating senior or enrolled in a MSCE program EIT Previous engineering intern or graduate level work experience Knowledge in SAP2000, MS Excel, and VBA, Auto Cad, Willingness to work on a variety of non-building project types KPFF Special Projects Group
has a long-standing history of working with students and proudly takes part in their educational and professional development.
We go beyond giving interns a glimpse into the job; we place them in the middle of it. We do this by incorporating them into our team that is ready to share their professional experience as they work on projects together. Pacific Northwest offices of KPFF's Special Projects Group are located in Westlake Tower in Seattle and along the Ruston Way Waterfront in Tacoma. These offices are part of a dynamic 120+ person group that provides planning, civil & structural engineering, machinery design, and project management. We provide these services on a wide range of project types through all stages of development.
ABOUT KPFF With over 1,250 employees nationwide, KPFF is an engineering-focused company that is organized around the philosophy that great people thrive in an environment that enables freedom and independence while also providing the necessary amount of accountability and support. Trust and excellence are foundational values for our company. Our non-bureaucratic approach depends on passionate, trustworthy people who are dedicated to excellence in everything they do. We focus on long term stability and prudent growth by building lasting relationships, maintaining an excellent reputation, helping improve our profession, helping our clients to succeed, and providing increasing opportunities for the great people that make up KPFF.
KPFF Special Projects - We have recognized that there are specialized issues associated with development of certain projects, which require unique management and technical skills. The KPFF Special Projects Group was established to directly address these concerns with a unique combination of focused dedication to successful delivery via specialized project managers, a highly qualified technical staff, and a predisposition to think and act innovatively.
Special Projects has offices located in Seattle & Tacoma, WA and Long Beach, CA, with a total staff size of 120+ people. Our work generally leans toward heavy civil, structural, industrial and waterfront infrastructure throughout the US. We are frequently tasked with solving unusual, multi-discipline challenges that require an innovative and team-oriented approach. If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and a letter of interest by clicking on the " Apply" button below. Resumes sent elsewhere will not be considered.
KPFF Consulting Engineers is committed to recruiting and employing qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, interaction, interactionual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law.
is preferred · BS in Civil Engineering · Working knowledge of Washington Department of Ecology Storm Water Design Manuals · Ability to fulfill duties as civil technical design lead · Ability to manage or assist in the management of projects · Ability to work in a team environment · Passion for learning and mentorship, both for yourself and others · Willingness to work on a variety of projects · Auto CAD and Civil 3D proficiency KPFF's Special Projects Division, located in the Old Town neighborhood of Tacoma, WA, is part of a dynamic 90+ person group that provides planning, civil, structural, and mechanical engineering, machinery design, and project management.
We provide these services
on a wide range of project types through all stages of development, with clients throughout the world. Typical project types include: · Railway Infrastructure · Stormwater Management · Ports · Industrial Developments · Fisheries Engineering · Cruise Terminals · Small Boat Harbors · Marinas · Prime Consultant Projects ABOUT US With over 1,300 employees nationwide, KPFFis an engineering-focused company that is organized around the philosophy that great people thrive in an environment that enables freedom and independence while also providing the necessary amount of accountability and support.
Trust and excellence are foundational values for our company. Our non-bureaucratic approach depends
on passionate, trustworthy people who are dedicated to excellence in everything they do.
We focus on long term stability and prudent growth by building lasting relationships, maintaining an excellent reputation, helping improve our profession, helping our clients to succeed, and providing increasing opportunities for the great people that make up KPFF. KPFF Special Projects - We have recognized that there are specialized issues associated with development of certain projects, which require unique management and technical skills. The KPFF Special Projects Group was established to directly address these concerns with a unique combination of focused dedication to successful delivery via specialized project managers, a highly qualified technical staff, and a predisposition to think and act innovatively.
Special Projects has offices located in Seattle & Tacoma, WA and Long Beach, CA, with a total staff size of 110+ people. Our work generally leans toward heavy civil, structural, industrial and waterfront infrastructure throughout the US. We are frequently tasked with solving unusual, multi-discipline challenges that require an innovative and team-oriented approach. BENEFITS Benefits include medical, dental (option), life insurance, short-and long-term disability insurance, paid family leave, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, a subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass (Seattle office) and paid jury duty.
We also provide an excellent 401K retirement savings plan with employer contributions. Additionally, KPFF provides a bonus program for its employees based upon the profitability of their Reporting Center and contributions of the employee to its success. If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and a letter of interest by clicking the " apply now" link below. Resumes sent elsewhere will not be considered. KPFF Consulting Engineers is committed to recruiting and employing qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, interaction, interactionual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law.
in a wide variety of challenging projects including port developments, marine engineering, ferry terminals, shipyards, fish & wildlife facilities, naval facilities, small boat marinas, municipal structures, floating structures, and design-build infrastructure.
We are looking for self-motivated people who are eager to develop design and project management skills and who are passionate about providing exceptional client service. Structural Engineers within KPFF's Special Projects Division enjoy the freedom of being the prime consultant on most of our projects. We use a holistic approach to project management that requires you as the Structural Engineer to not just provide structural engineering
services, but to SOLVE your client's PROBLEM. This approach puts you in the role of project manager and allows you to see the big picture on every project.
This is a rewarding and enjoyable place to be, giving you direct access to the client and owner. Ideal Qualifications Include: BS in Civil Engineering (with a structural emphasis) MS in Civil Engineering preferred (with a structural emphasis) EIT is required Concrete, steel, and timber coursework and/or design experience Pre-stressed concrete and seismic coursework and/or design experience Familiarity with performance-based seismic design, non-linear push-over analysis, and soil-structure interaction analysis Knowledge of ASCE
61-14, AASHTO, IBC, ASCE-7, AISC, ACI, and NDS Proficiency in SAP2000, L-Pile, MS Excel, and VBA is preferred Ability to work dynamically with clients and project team members An interest in working on a wide variety of non-building related project types KPFF's Special Projects Tacoma office, located in the Old Town neighborhood of Tacoma, WA, is part of a dynamic 120+ person group in the Pacific Northwest that provides project management, planning, civil & structural engineering, mechanical engineering, and machinery design.
We provide these services on a wide range of project types through all stages of development. Typical project types include: Transportation Infrastructure Ports Ferry Terminals Industrial Developments Shipyards Cruise Terminals Small Boat Harbors and Marinas Railway Infrastructure Stormwater Management Fisheries Engineering Airports ABOUT KPFF With over 1,250 employees nationwide, KPFF is an engineering-focused company that is organized around the philosophy that great people thrive in an environment that enables freedom and independence while also providing the necessary amount of accountability and support.
Trust and excellence are foundational values for our company. Our non-bureaucratic approach depends on passionate, trustworthy people who are dedicated to excellence in everything they do.
We focus on long term stability and prudent growth by building lasting relationships, maintaining an excellent reputation, helping improve our profession, helping our clients to succeed, and providing increasing opportunities for the great people that make up KPFF. KPFF Special Projects - We have recognized that there are specialized issues associated with development of certain projects, which require unique management and technical skills. The KPFF Special Projects Group was established to directly address these concerns with a unique combination of focused dedication to successful delivery via specialized project managers, a highly qualified technical staff, and a predisposition to think and act innovatively.
Special Projects has offices located in Seattle & Tacoma, WA and Long Beach, CA, with a total staff size of 120+ people. Our work generally leans toward heavy civil, structural, industrial and waterfront infrastructure throughout the US. We are frequently tasked with solving unusual, multi-discipline challenges that require an innovative and team-oriented approach. We also like to have fun and give back to our community!
Social events and community outreach activities are an important part of who we are and help to strengthen our relationships. BENEFITS Benefits include medical, dental (option), life insurance, short-and long-term disability insurance, paid family leave, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, a subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass (Seattle office) and paid jury duty. We also provide an excellent 401K retirement savings plan with employer contributions. Additionally, KPFF provides a bonus program for its employees based upon the profitability of their Reporting Center and contributions of the employee to its success.
If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and a letter of interest by clicking on the " Apply" button below. Resumes sent elsewhere will not be considered. KPFF Consulting Engineers is committed to recruiting and employing qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, interaction, interactionual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law. #LI-AK1
delivering roadway and transportation improvements on design-build projects. This position will provide the opportunity to work with a variety of clients and contractors delivering diverse public works infrastructure projects including fish passages and major transportation improvements.
Additional project work could include heavy civil, waterfront site improvements, stormwater improvements and natural resource improvements throughout the US with a focus on the West Coast and Pacific Northwest regions. We frequently function as prime consultant and are tasked with solving unusual, multi-discipline challenges that require an innovative and team-oriented approach. Key Responsibilities (or)
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Produce civil design plans and specifications for roadway projects including: roadway alignment and profiles, sections, grading and paving, stormwater, wet utility plans, signing/striping and maintenance of traffic Create and model roadway plans/profiles/sections using Micro Station and In Roads Provide construction support and provide guidance to support consultants including geotechnical, electrical/comm.
and ITS. Conduct site visits and assist with documenting findings Prepare project proposals, interface and coordinate with clients Work independently and occasionally co-locate with Contractors to accomplish design work Ability and proficiency
to lead a team of engineers and drafters to achieve common goals and schedules as a key member of a collaborative team Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team of engineers Willingness to work on a variety of projects Ability to work dynamically with clients and project team members Example of Projects: Design-Build Transportation Infrastructure Road and Highway Design Fish Passage/Culvert Replacement Projects Railway Infrastructure Ports and Industrial Site Developments Industrial Stormwater Treatment Basic Qualifications: Minimum of 4 years of civil design experience with a PE in the State of Washington or ability to get reciprocity B.
S. in Civil Engineering Advanced Micro Station, In Roads, and Open Roads design experience is required. Arc GIS, Auto CAD, Civil3D and other engineering design software proficiency is a plus Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, Excel and Power Point Strong knowledge of construction means, methods and techniques Experience and ability to prepare roadway/transportation design documents and specifications is required Additional experience on waterfront and industrial site infrastructure is desirable. Familiarity with WSDOT Standard Plans and Standard Specifications and Design Manual With over 1,250 employees nationwide, KPFF is an engineering-focused company that is organized around the philosophy that great people thrive in an environment that enables freedom and independence while also providing the necessary amount of accountability and support.
Trust and excellence are foundational values for our company. Our non-bureaucratic approach depends on passionate, trustworthy people who are dedicated to excellence in everything they do. We focus on long term stability and prudent growth by building lasting relationships, maintaining an excellent reputation, helping improve our profession, helping our clients to succeed, and providing increasing opportunities for the great people that make up KPFF.
KPFF Special Projects - We have recognized that there are specialized issues associated with development of certain projects, which require unique management and technical skills. The KPFF Special Projects Group was established to directly address these concerns with a unique combination of focused dedication to successful delivery via specialized project managers, a highly qualified technical staff, and a predisposition to think and act innovatively. Special Projects has offices located in Seattle & Tacoma, WA and Long Beach, CA, with a total staff size of 120+ people.
Our work generally leans toward heavy civil, transportation, rail, bridge, industrial and waterfront infrastructure throughout the US. We are frequently tasked with solving unusual, multi-discipline challenges that require an innovative and team-oriented approach. We also like to have fun and give back to our community! Social events and community outreach activities are an important part of who we are and help to strengthen our relationships. BENEFITS Benefits include medical, dental (option), life insurance, short-and long-term disability insurance, paid family leave, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, a subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass (Seattle office) and paid jury duty.
We also provide an excellent 401K retirement savings plan with employer contributions. Additionally, KPFF provides a bonus program for its employees based upon the profitability of their Reporting Center and contributions of the employee to its success. If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and a letter of interest by clicking on the " Apply" button below. Resumes sent elsewhere will not be considered.
KPFF Consulting Engineers is committed to recruiting and employing qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, interaction, interactionual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law. #LI-AK1
to create a " best in class" internship experience for students pursuing careers in the AEC industries. Over the past 10 years we've honed our summer intern program into an Internship Experience that incorporates structured cross-discipline engineering work with multiple relevant site visits, professional development and technical training opportunities, and social/networking events that facilitate collaboration and interpersonal sharing among interns and KPFF staff alike.
The 2023 Civil Engineering Summer Internship being offered is approximately 40 hours a week for 2.5 to 4 months depending on candidate's availability. Job responsibilities will vary by project and individual
intern, but generally include the following: · Assist with Civil project design. · Assist with project site visits. The applicant may be required to navigate through a jobsite and must comply with all Company and Site safety requirements in the office and on the jobsite.
KPFF's Special Projects Group Tacoma office is located along the Ruston Way Waterfront. This office is part of a dynamic 100+ person group that provides planning, civil and structural engineering, machinery design, and project management. We provide these services on a wide range of project types through all stages of development. Current project types and potential work includes: · Fisheries Engineering; hydrology and
hydraulic design, process piping and utility design, pond design, hatchery building design, diversion and intake structure design.
· Parks and Recreational Facility site development with emphasis on stormwater design. · Ports; rail infrastructure, terminal operations buildings, wharf design, waterway dredging. · Container terminal, ferry terminals, and marina infrastructure design and construction support. (CB1) Job Skills & Abilities Guidelines: · Computer proficiency is required, including Microsoft Office Programs · Computer Aided Drafting experience is desired (Autocad and/or Civil 3D) · Strong written and verbal communication skills · Functions effectively as part of a team · Dependability · Ability to understand and follow directions · Good time management and organizational skills Education and/or Experience: Working towards Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering.
ABOUT KPFF With over 1,250 employees nationwide, KPFF is an engineering-focused company that is organized around the philosophy that great people thrive in an environment that enables freedom and independence while also providing the necessary amount of accountability and support. Trust and excellence are foundational values for our company. Our non-bureaucratic approach depends on passionate, trustworthy people who are dedicated to excellence in everything they do.
We focus on long term stability and prudent growth by building lasting relationships, maintaining an excellent reputation, helping improve our profession, helping our clients to succeed, and providing increasing opportunities for the great people that make up KPFF. KPFF Special Projects - We have recognized that there are specialized issues associated with development of certain projects, which require unique management and technical skills. The KPFF Special Projects Group was established to directly address these concerns with a unique combination of focused dedication to successful delivery via specialized project managers, a highly qualified technical staff, and a predisposition to think and act innovatively.
Special Projects has offices located in Seattle & Tacoma, WA and Long Beach, CA, with a total staff size of 120+ people. Our work generally leans toward heavy civil, structural, industrial and waterfront infrastructure throughout the US. We are frequently tasked with solving unusual, multi-discipline challenges that require an innovative and team-oriented approach. If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and a letter of interest by clicking on the " Apply" button below.
Resumes sent elsewhere will not be considered. KPFF Consulting Engineers is committed to recruiting and employing qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, interaction, interactionual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law. (CB1) Reworked this in alignment with Tacoma projects.
highly complex mechanical fuel handling equipment from requirements through final design. Create 3D CAD models of parts and complex assemblies. Create interface, manufacturing, and assembly drawings, applying standards such as ASME 14.1 and Y14.5. Document design engineering work through technical writing.
Interface with other design disciplines (such as mechanical, instrumentation and controls, and nuclear) to identify and develop plant design information and specify system design and performance criteria. Coordinate and review inputs and requirements from Engineering and Project teams. Support planning efforts and maintain schedule adherence for design activities within a system,
as well as their integration with an overall plant design delivery schedule. Identify and ensure effective application of correct design codes into the design of plant systems.
Perform and review scoping analysis and calculations for design options. Present and participate in design reviews. Propose and initiate testing programs and provide support and oversight during test execution, evaluation of test results, and reporting of test results. This is a full-time contingent opportunity. Ideal candidate will have: Education: B. S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. M. S. and Doctorate degrees may be credited for up to two and four years of experience respectively. A minimum
of 5 years of CAD proficiency is required, Solid Works preferred.
A minimum of 10 years of demonstrated experience in the design of complex mechanical equipment, preferably involving multiple degrees of freedom. Experience with feedback controlled electromechanical systems, linear and rotary motion components and associated I/O instrumentation Experience with or ability to demonstrate understanding of electrical and control systems. Excellent technical writing, documentation, and communication skills. Experience working to quality standards on design activities, such as ASME NQA-1 or ISO 9001 is preferred but not required. Experience in design of mechanical systems including industrial robotics, material handling or equivalent is preferred but not required.
Experience in finite element stress analysis, mechanical analysis methods, and commercial mechanical stress analysis modeling tools is preferred but not required. Experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) is preferred but not required. Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5M and tolerance stack up analysis is preferred but not required. Prior experience in the nuclear industry with nuclear fuel handling systems is preferred but not required.
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Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, interaction, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, interactionual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates.
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