Inside Project Engineer

We Build Better Communities Be Part of the Hawthorne Difference! Hawthorne Cat is a family-owned company that has led its markets for over 60 years in the sale, rental, and servicing of construction machinery and power generation equipment for industries on which our communities depend like agriculture, construction, marine, and government. Every member of our team plays a significant role in our success. Hawthorne Cat hires individuals who share our vision of Building Better Communities with our Customers and our values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence (PRIDE). If you are looking to build your future with an established, thriving company with countless opportunities for growth and advancement, you’ve come to the right place! At Hawthorne Cat, we’re always looking for exceptionally skilled, hardworking individuals interested in contributing to our success and the success of the communities that we serve. Our people are our most valuable asset. That’s why at Hawthorne Cat we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. POSITION SUMMARY: Provide project management for projects assigned by the Engineering Manager in support of the sales, delivery and commissioning process of new engine(s). Prepare and maintain cost proposals, submittals, and schedules for power generation projects. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Administrative Responsibilities Component pricing for quotations. Review job specifications. Create and develop various test plans, installation guides, and Operations and Maintenance Manuals. Perform onsite inspections and coordination, testing, and customer training. Responsible for managing orders once received by the Sales Department in the following order: Award Phase : Create submittal/drawing requirements with engineer when applicable. Review new order book and work with Sales Coordinator to release and order necessary equipment. Review CAT engine invoice for accuracy and forward to Sales Coordinator for approval. Produce list of required drawings with assistance from Sales Engineer. Manage the order and shipment of major components. Establish delivery requirements and expedite delivery for jobs in process. Inspect incoming components for configuration, condition, completeness, and verify serial number accuracy when appropriate. Prepare and update Proof Hub for all project statuses and milestones. Attend weekly "Engineering/Management Meeting". Manage any factory testing or third-party fabrication work. Develop Factory Test Plans and Reports Delivery Phase: Manage the delivery schedule with customer and ensure customer has all necessary equipment to successfully offload and place equipment. Execute with customers all onsite activities and requirements for provided equipment. Develop the project specific Installation Package and Test Plans and Reports Deliver unit and verify that all equipment has been delivered in good shape. Open any shipping claims as needed and schedule repairs. Manage the startup and commissioning with schedule with the customer. Startup Phase: Perform site inspection and assess site for any discrepancies or installation issues. Assist customer with conduit and wiring layouts. Verify site preparedness for service startup. Complete Site Inspection form in DoForms. Deliver Site Installation Package to the service department and review the site inspection and Test Plan with the technician and service supervisor and discuss any potential issues or impacts. Assist technician during startup with any technical or management related issues. Follow technicians progress and hours, ensuring budget is maintained. Track any cost overages and discrepancies. Manage Customer Training Day and Final Testing Closeout Phase: Perform Training and Final Testing Create Test Report based on field reports. Submit Test Report and O&Ms to customer Provide any other closeout items Start Warranty Review project issues and budget costs. Perform lessons learned analysis and presentation as needed. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED: Engineering degree (BA, MS) and 2+ years recent experience in power generation industry with demonstrated technical training preferred. Experience using MS Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel) and PC skills required. Working knowledge of AutoCad and MS Project preferred. Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Must have the ability to communicate business and technical information to co-workers, customers and management using both verbal and written media. Must have a valid California Class C Drivers License. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Walking: Move about on foot in office, shop, and construction sites Handling: Grasp materials and works with hands and small hand tools Lifting: Raises and lowers parts and miscellaneous documentation Reaching: Extends arms and hands in any directions Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist Standing: Remains in standing position if required to perform job functions Vision: Read computer screens and documentation Talking: Communication by phone and in person Sitting: Sits at desk and workspace. Sits for long periods of time. Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise. Wears hearing protection when necessary Temperature/Weather: Works in an office environment, warehouse, shop, outside with variations of temperature and weather Exposure: Foul odors, fumes and harsh substances. ENVIRONMENTAL: Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise. Temp/Weather: Works in an office environment. HERE’S WHAT WE OFFER… Competitive Compensation A great work environment and culture Career growth and advancement opportunities Training Medical, Dental and Vision plans Medical Video Appointments available Health Savings Account available Paid Time Off (PTO) Pay 401(k) Plan + Company Matching Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Life & Accident Insurance Employee Assistance Programs Legal Plan Travel Assistance Plan Wellness Programs Referral Bonus Program Longevity Bonus Program Recognition Programs and much more Hawthorne CAT discounts Boot Reimbursement Tuition Reimbursement Company-Supplied Uniforms Advanced Technical Training Estimated Compensation $65,000-$75,000 annually Interested in joining the Hawthorne team? Check out our current available positions at: www.hawthornecat.com/careers ACCOMMODATIONS: Reasonable accommodations for essential functions of the position will be considered. Hawthorne Cat® is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/V/D Hawthorne Cat® Participates in E-Verify.

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