Senior Engineer

SENIOR ENGINEER

Reporting to a Principal, the Sr. Engineer/Specialist works independently on projects of large size and high complexity. As opposed to those that focus on the project management route, those in this role are highly technically competent and are often sought after as subject matter experts.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• You’re proficient in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D, Revit, Open Roads and/or other industry best programs, as well as the Microsoft Office Suite
• You have strong interpersonal skills and communicate effectively both verbally and via written correspondence.
• You have an aptitude for juggling multiple projects concurrently without losing sight of crucial details.
• You can understand and carry out complex technical oral or written instructions.
• You earned a BS in civil engineering or a related field and have at least eight (8) years of relevant experience – or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Professional licensure (PE) is required.

CORE DUTIES

• Work with Project Managers to ensure all projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Independently coordinates the work of a multi-disciplined team (internal or external) throughout each step of a given project.
• Maintain control of project documents, planning design efforts with the project team
• Evaluate, select, and execute standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria.
• Make independent decisions regarding engineering complexities and methodologies.
• Prepare maps, plans, reports, and forms as necessary.
• Perform QA/QC on other's work, verifying calculations, outcomes, etc.
• Evaluate existing infrastructure, identify areas of weakness, and recommend solutions for improvement.
• Assist the marketing team throughout the proposal development process.
• Attend, lead, and/or participate in client vision sessions to develop a firm understanding of client needs/project scopes.
• Supervisory requirements, including resource and people management.
  1. Delegate and provide oversight for the work assigned to Engineering Technicians or interns.
  2. Engage and foster the growth of CPL team members. Provide encouragement and regular feedback; and serve as a mentor/example for all levels of the team.
  3. Contribute to career conversations with your team on an established schedule.
  4. Engage, motivate, and lead internal and external stakeholders to develop strategies and plans to move the organization in the desired direction.
  5. Influence people through effective communication

WHAT WE OFFER:  CPL cares about your future with us! That’s why we offer the following benefits to you and your family: 

• Internal Mobility & Career Advancement
• Healthcare for you and your family including spouse coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription insurances. Single Plans with 100% paid premium
• Flexible Time Off + 8 Holidays a year
• Retirement Savings Plan - Contribution from CPL to grow your retirement funds.
• Tuition Assistance: You may be eligible for continuing education assistance.
• Student Loan Assistance Program: CPL will contribute up to a maximum of $100 a month for 5 years ($6,000 total) towards student loan debt. 
• Licensure Assistance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance Company/team member premium sharing
• Flexible Spending Account $5,000 dependent childcare annually paid 100% by team member pre-taxes. 
• FREE Life Insurance and AD+D Insurance 
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance

WHAT DOES LOOK LIKE WORKING HERE?  We believe that building a strong community is about establishing a prevailing sense of fellowship among our team members, friends, and neighbors.

• Collaboration – working with others towards the best solution, placing great emphasis on the collective wisdom of our internal teams.
• Family – celebrating others’ successes, genuinely caring about the happiness and well-being of our team members and recognizing their own families as extensions of the CPL family.
• Fun – not taking oneself too seriously, fully understanding that fun at work is conducive to productivity.
• Inspiration – contributing to an uplifting workplace that facilitates growth and success by maintaining a positive, upbeat attitude.
• Integrity – doing what is ethically right and providing reliable follow-through on commitments.
• Ingenuity – seeking new opportunities and consistently identifying unexpected and practical ways to solve problems.

The rate for this position generally ranges between $85k – 128k annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the New York Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful New York applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in New York or perform the position from New York. Similar positions located outside of New York will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by New York Equal Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and comparison to employees already in the role, as well as other considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee's pay history will not be used in compensation decisions.

CPL does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. CPL will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with CPL. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through our Talent Acquisition Team.