The duties of the position may include but, are not limited to:

• This position performs project planning, produces designs, manages designs, manages construction, and provides construction administration for Minor Construction Projects, Non-Recurring Maintenance (NRM) Projects, Station Level Projects, and Leases, including all areas and aspects (architectural, electrical, life safety, mechanical, civil, structural, etc.) at an assigned medical center and associated Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC)'s.
• The position serves as resident and program engineer consisting of the planning, design, and overseeing of major healthcare system projects
• Oversees Professional Architecture/Engineering (A/E) and Construction contracts to ensure the contractor is in compliance with all contractual requirements, healthcare regulations and codes, specifications and schedules are met in accordance with the government's requirements for VA owned and leased facilities.
• The position provides engineering support to the assigned healthcare system and is responsible for maintaining construction specifications and drawings, maintaining technical reference library of codes, standards, and other regulations which are applicable to the engineering construction industries Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and others.
• The position serves as a healthcare engineering advisor, engineer consultant, engineer designer, contract administrator, project manager, construction coordinator, and instructor during the design and construction of all projects assigned.
• The position is responsible for providing healthcare engineering support to all assigned projects.
• The position is responsible for performing the duties of a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) on professional design and construction projects, training service staff on technical issues and assisting the service staff on the completion of technical and administrative issues regarding infrastructure related operations of the medical facility.
• The position serves as the Integrated Project Team (IPT) Chairperson, comprised of diverse and multi­discipline professional team members, consisting of internal and external stakeholders, and is a recognized expert in project management.
• The position participates in planning deliberations and contributes significantly to the management decision-making process through teamwork, innovation, coordination, and collaboration with other senior members and stakeholders to ensure objectives are met toward meeting the healthcare system's overall strategic plan goals.

• You will analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of a supply program.
• You will analyze inventories to forecast operation needs.
• You will execute policies to influence and control assets, use, or disposition of material and property
• You will analyze supply issues to resolve discrepancies with inventory programs or operations
• You will brief management to provide status, updates, or other business information.

• You will extract information from databases to respond to questions and provide inventory status.
• You will advise on ways to improve the efficiency of distribution and storage operations.
• You will develop functional guidance for systems revisions and special automation projects specific to inventory management and related systems.
• You will collaborate with supply sources to obtain status on supply transactions.
• You will use automated information systems to transfer data requirements.
• You will advise on alternative approaches for shipment of materials or components to solve customer issues.

• You will operate a variety of wood working machines and tools such as routers, band and scroll saws, and drill presses.
• You will mill heavy lumber, cuts bevels, rabbets, chamfers, grooves, and compound miter joints.
• You will apply plastic laminates to wood and other surfaces, e.g., counter tops, desk tops, etc.
• You will install door and window sashes.
• You will interpret complex instructions, sketches, blueprints, and building codes.

• Serves as Installation Management Branch Chief supporting DLA Disposition Services facilities.
• Plans, manages, directs, and reviews the work of employees and contractors engaged in providing a range of major support services for the worldwide DLA Disposition Services SRM program.
• Maintains involvement in the planning, permitting, construction, commissioning, renovation, inspection, decommissioning, and/or demolition of structures, installed equipment, infrastructures, and their environmental systems.
• Provides engineering, scientific, environmental, planning, real estate, and energy management support to the 110+/- CONUS and OCONUS Disposition Services facilities.
• Plans, directs and administers the physical inspections, quality assurance and administrative audits to evaluate facility and staff compliance with applicable energy management standards for facilities, equipment, and vehicles.
• Maintains liaison and an effective working relationship with HQ DLA organizations including the professional staffs in DLA Installation Management, the Military Service organizations, and other Department of Defense agencies and private industry.
• Leads studies, analysis, workflow processes and business cases in development of new products and in continuous study of existing services.

• Serves as a senior facilities engineer and responsible for the Real Property Maintenance and Military Construction programs for regional DLA Disposition Services locations.
• Advises on all aspects of facilities engineering, including related professional mechanical, electrical, industrial, architectural, energy, environmental, and safety engineering and engineering management matters for assigned responsibilities.
• Responsible for project management, design, layout, construction maintenance, and repair of projects consisting of electrical, mechanical, industrial, and architectural systems.
• Prepares facility engineering project documentation including cost estimates, design alternatives, economic analyses, project development brochures and environmental assessments.
• Serves as a consultant to the Command Group and the Resource Board, answering technical questions, and provides advice, assistance and professional design reference for all assigned sites.

From our sustainable projects to our investments in employees, working at Freese and Nichols means being part of a tradition of excellence that has lasted more than 125 years. By planning and designing the infrastructure our society needs, working here means positively impacting the world around us. We are a Great Place To Work Certified for 6 years and counting!

Freese and Nichols has a great entry-level Engineer I opportunity for December 23 and May/August 24 new grads to launch their professional careers in our New Orleans or Lafayette, LA offices!

Freese and Nichols offers a flexible work environment which includes options such as a hybrid work schedule with remote work up to 2 days per week and an alternative work schedule with every other Friday off.

Our Stormwater group guides federal, state, and local entities through stormwater and flood risk reduction programs utilizing modeling approaches, effective design, and policy development.

Majors we hire:

• Civil Engineering

• Environmental Engineering

• Biological and Agricultural Engineering

• Biosystems Engineering

Responsibilities:

• Apply standard practices and techniques in specific situations

• Collect, adjust, and correlate data and recognize discrepancies in results

• Perform project assignments within the scope of work and guidelines

• Responsible for coordination of project efforts contributed by technicians and/or drafting personnel working on the same project

Qualifications

·       Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in major from list above (Current grad or those graduating by August 2024)

Preferred Qualifications

·       Previous internship

·       Participation in a student organization such as a professional or technical society

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At Freese and Nichols, everyone on our team gets to make a meaningful difference in our communities. For 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our society needs: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. We’ve built our business on long-term relationships with clients and employees alike, resulting in financial stability, career opportunities, and a nationally recognized workplace culture.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) matching, paid overtime for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement, and much more. Our unique culture creates an environment for professional growth where we focus on caring for our clients, coworkers, and the communities where we work. Join our team of 1,000 employees as we continue to expand our services throughout the United States. Learn more about working here at freese.com/careers.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

We recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we strive to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. As a Federal Contractor, Freese and Nichols is an equal employment, affirmative action employer.

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At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.  

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. 

About you and this role:

Do you prefer a manufacturing role where you are able to work as an independent contributor on an empowered team? In this role, you will work in an integrated process operating environment where every day is unique.  You will also be able to work in a team environment and be responsible for safely producing and ensuring high operational reliability to achieve plant and business goals. In this position you will operate assigned equipment and areas of the plant and perform operations-related activities following the plant work processes. You will utilize your chemical manufacturing knowledge and experience to run and troubleshoot the plant in a safe, reliable and efficient manner, working in a team environment where individuals often set priorities, and complete work activities with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Shadowing/supporting Operating Technicians
• Following Operating Discipline principles, procedures and practices to help ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areas.
• Making rounds with an operator and assisting in taking readings and field-checking process equipment.
• Monitoring process conditions, equipment and control systems.
• Performing tasks under the direct supervision/direction of an experienced operator.
• Participating in troubleshooting unit upsets and abnormalities.
• Witnessing the work permit system, learn about Environmental, Health & Safety systems as well as emergency preparedness.
• Demonstrating Dow's global competencies showing: cooperative and active participation in operations activities, willingness and enthusiasm to learn about the facility, ability to apply self to effectively help and support operations.
• Working in a team environment where individuals often set priorities and complete work activities with little or no direction from a manager/supervisor, the PTEC Intern is responsible for:
• Being self-motivated with high standards of personal integrity.
• Having a strong work ethic and being able to remain productive in an empowered team environment.
• Having good technical skills to learn how to operate both manual and highly automated equipment.
• Having the desire to learn and grow technical skills to stay current with new automation and technology.
• Being able to effectively work with others. Candidates must be able and are expected to effectively communicate, share information, in a respectful and professional manner.
• Being able to demonstrate leadership behaviors - setting high standards of personal excellence and demonstrating these behaviors in work habits including safe work behaviors, work ethic, etc.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED AND 1 of the following is required:

• Enrolled in your last semester of a Process Technology (PTEC) Associates degree program and have at least a 2.7 cumulative GPA OR graduated in the last 2 years
• 4 or more years of relevant military experience.

Also Required:

• A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process

Preferred Skills:

• Being self-motivated with high standards of personal integrity.
• Having a strong work ethic and being able to remain productive in an empowered team environment.
• Having good technical skills to learn how to operate both manual and highly automated equipment.
• Having the desire to learn and grow technical skills to stay current with new automation and technology.
• Being able to effectively work with others. Candidates must be able and are expected to effectively communicate, share information, in a respectful and professional manner.
• Being able to work with others in an empowered team environment.
• Being able to demonstrate leadership behaviors - setting high standards of personal excellence and demonstrating these behaviors in work habits including safe work behaviors, work ethic, etc.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel, and have the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Strong multi-tasking, problem solving and time management skills.

Physical Requirements:

Able to meet the following physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Lift, push, and pull up to 55 lbs.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting
• Stand 50% of the time.
• Walk for extended periods of time
• Work at heights, climb stairs and ladders.
• Work in tight and closed in spaces.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment, including but not limited to respirator.
• Work in an area of intense or continuous noise.
• Work in an area with hazardous materials

Additional Notes:

• Essential functions of this position may require, among other things, that the employee use particular types of equipment -- such as on-site safety equipment that has specific weight limitations whereby the individual’s own weight, plus the weight of tools and other items and materials, must not exceed a certain threshold. (For example, some types of safety equipment may be rated for a maximum weight limit of 300 pounds total.)  In the event a job offer for this position were (conditionally) extended, the individual will be appropriately evaluated in regard to their ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• We do not offer relocation assistance for Dow jobs like this position. This includes reimbursement for travel expenses incurred to and from test sessions/interviews. If you apply for a position that is not within the area in which you reside, you will be responsible for all costs that you incur.

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment.  We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.

QUI SOMMES-NOUS ?

L’activité Systèmes terrestres et aériens conçoit des systèmes, des équipements, des capteurs et des services pour le contrôle du trafic aérien civil et militaire, la défense aérienne ainsi que le combat naval et terrestre.

Au sein de l’activité Véhicules et Systèmes Tactiques, le site de La Ferté Saint Aubin est spécialisé dans la production de systèmes d’armements terrestres et aéroportés (mortiers, munitions, roquettes…), de systèmes de protection des forces et de contrôle de zone.

Fort de ses 450 salariés, ingénieurs, techniciens et ouvriers spécialisés, le site de la Ferté Saint Aubin assure la recherche et développement, la production, les essais ainsi que toutes les fonctions « supports » nécessaires à la conception de systèmes performants essentiels à la réussite des missions opérationnelles.

Thales a constitué, avec le groupe allemand de défense DIEHL, une Joint-Venture « JUNGHANS T2M » qui compte 165 salariés permettant aux deux entreprises d’associer leurs compétences d’électronique et de mécanique de précision et de devenir ainsi un des leaders mondiaux dans le domaine des fusées de munitions. Cette Joint-Venture est  présente également sur le site de La Ferté saint Aubin

QUI ETES-VOUS ?

Pour ce poste, une expérience dans l'environnement de l'ingénierie est indispensable, afin de garantir une compréhension approfondie des défis spécifiques liés à ce domaine.

La capacité à gérer des équipes de manière transversale et hiérarchique est un atout recherché pour ce poste, montrant votre aptitude à collaborer efficacement avec des collègues de différents niveaux et départements.

Vous avez une expérience qui démontre votre capacité actuelle ou future à interagir en transverse au sein d'une organisation et à travailler sur différents projets ou thèmes.

Votre expérience en pilotage de projet sera précieuse pour ce rôle, car vous serez amené à superviser et coordonner plusieurs initiatives simultanément.

Nous recherchons quelqu'un capable de gérer des projets avec succès, en utilisant des compétences de pilotage de projet solides et en assurant un suivi rigoureux des objectifs, des délais et des ressources.

Vous maitrisez l'anglais à l'oral comme à l'écrit.

CE QUE NOUS POUVONS FAIRE ENSEMBLE :

Dans le cadre de la transformation engagée par le Centre de Compétence Engineering (130 personnes), des actions de structuration et pilotage des lots de développement ont été mises en place avec une gouvernance formelle associée. Pour continuer dans l'amélioration de la performance, le Domaine VTS (Véhicules et Systèmes Tactiques) France cherche à renforcer l'axe delivery de la fonction Engineering. Un rôle de Head of Engineering Delivery (HoED) est ainsi formellement créé pour accompagner le Directeur du centre de compétence dans le pilotage de l'Engineering. 
Ce rôle est associé à la coordination d'un service transverse EMG (Engineering Management Group - 3 collaborateurs) regroupant notamment les missions de chiffrage des travaux, de portage de processus, de pilotage de la performance et des outils Engineering Environment (E2). 
Le HoED siège au Comité de Direction du CCE et rayonne en transverse au sein du CCE. Il travaille en proximité avec les autres responsables d'entité. Considérant la taille du CCE, il se voit par ailleurs confier des missions complémentaires ayant trait aux opérations du CCE.

Le HoED intervient en support des livraisons des projets de développement financés et auto-financés. Il s'interface avec les responsables de services du CCE, les Project Managers et les responsables de lot Engineering du CCE.
Il s'assure de la bonne exécution des lots de développement au travers de points d'avancement réguliers avec les responsables de lots. Il supervise la préparation et anime les revues de lot internes CCE. Il prépare un reporting à destination du Directeur du CCE. Il met en place des actions correctives et cherche les solutions en proposant des arbitrages pertinents.
Il définit avec les HOD (Head of Discipline) du CCE les actions prioritaires nécessaires sur la montée en compétence pour la bonne exécution des projets. Il contribue à l'identification et à la cohérence de la déclinaison des jalons du Domaine.
Le HoED assure par ailleurs la coordination du service EMG qui lui est directement rattaché.
Le HoED, sous la coordination du Directeur du CCE, prend part à la gouvernance du Centre de Compétence avec notamment des missions confiées relevant de l'amélioration continue, des opérations et du reporting :

• il prépare et suit le budget OPEX/CAPEX 
• il assure le suivi de la charge du CCE en lien avec le service PMO 
• il déploie avec le Directeur CCE, la roadmap CCE et les plans de transformations internes 
• il prépare avec le Directeur CCE les reportings vers la BL, la GBU et le Groupe 

Le HoED intègre lorsque pertinent les communautés d'échanges Delivery et Opérations au niveau LAS pour capter les 
bonnes pratiques et les intégrer si cohérentes au regard de notre organisation interne.

VOTRE CARRIÈRE CHEZ THALES :
Différentes opportunités vous permettront de découvrir d'autres domaines ou sites. Vous pourrez évoluer et développer vos compétences dans différents domaines :
- Explorez un espace attentif au développement personnel
- Développez vos talents dans un autre domaine du groupe Thales, en découvrant de nouveaux produits, de nouveaux clients, un nouveau pays ou en vous orientant vers une solution plus complexe
- Choisissez entre une expertise technique ou un parcours de leadership
- Construisez une carrière internationale au sein d'un groupe d'ingénierie de premier plan

QUI SOMMES-NOUS ?

QUI ETES-VOUS ?

Vous possédez une première expérience professionnelle sur ce métier.

Vos expérience et expertises vous permettent de connaître :

• les approches DevSecOps de projets de développement logiciel ;
• le développement de pipelines GitlabCI ou Jenkins ;
• les outils de qualimétrie et de sécurité, ainsi que leur automatisation dans les pipelines ;
• le développement de pipelines permettant le delivery d'applications ;
• le deploiment de services kubernetes.

Vos compétences techniques :

• développement de pipelines (Gitlab CI, Jenkins) ;
• développement d’étapes types permettant d’être réutilisée au sein de pipeline (SAST, DAST, Code Quality…)
• Kubernetes setup, management and tools
• Helm v2 & v3
• Connaissance des infrastructures informatiques, réseau, stockage et containérisation Docker
• Bonne connaissances des pratiques de Linux
• Connaissance des outils de gestion de configuration (Git)

Vos soft skills :

• Autonome, curieux et team player
• Capacité à apprendre rapidement et à s’adapter à de nouvelles technologies, aux outils et à l'organisation

CE QUE NOUS POUVONS ACCOMPLIR ENSEMBLE :

Venez rejoindre le Digital Hub de l'Engineering Competence Center France (ECCF) de Thales, à La Ciotat !

Spécialisée dans les technologies de transformation digitale, cette équipe dynamique et en pleine croissance s'intègre dans les projets des différentes unités de Thales : Défense, Spatial, Aéronautique, Identité et Sécurité Numérique. Elle met en oeuvre, au sein des projets opérationnels, ses compétences d'architecture et de développement de micro-services, de cloud design, de pipelines automatisées, de devops et de cybersécurité, pour accélérer les transformations des logiciels vers ces technologies modernes.

En nous rejoignant sur ce poste, vous aurez le rôle d'Ingénieur DevSecOps.

Vous intégrerez une squad agile en charge de la mise en place et du maintien en condition opérationnelle des chaines d'intégration et de delivery continues et automatisées (CICD) d'un projet phare de nos activités spatiale.

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.  

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. 

About you and this role

Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Environmental Leader to support Operations in the Louisiana area.  This role is primarily based at Plaquemine, LA with being about 20% present at other sites in LA.

As the Senior Environmental Leader, you will lead the implementation of the environmental management system in across Louisiana, in order to ensure that the business and site goals and objectives are met and that the license to operate is maintained. You provide environmental leveraged support across the state encompassing operations in Plaquemine, St. Charles, Grand Bayou, and Greensburg and responsibility for a large scope of Dow assets and employees. Provide people leadership to the Louisiana environmental leveraged resources.  Develop plans of execution to ensure alignment with operational long-term strategy. As a leader, you foster a work environment with a high level of integrity and strong customer and environmental focus that embraces inclusion and diversity, innovation and sustainability, continuous improvement, and empowerment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate, leverage, and ensure connectivity with EH&S Sustainability/Business Services/Environmental Expertise/Regulatory Affairs in order to ensure seamless support of all Environmental performance improvement and license to operate activities which include permit modification/renewals, compliance/Sustainability reporting, Agency Inspections and new/modified regulations.
• Identify regional opportunities and facilitate the process to leverage Environmental resources across the sites as needed.
• Coach other EH&S team members to determine specific Environmental needs that can be optimized by leveraging across the region.
• Develop and maintain a continuous improvement culture, implementing global initiatives and regional specific projects through the regional group to achieve results.
• Develop cost-effective implementation of Environmental systems through effectively leveraging of resources, standard work processes, common systems, learnings and sponsoring improvement and compliance projects across the region.
• Own and implement the regional Environmental people work processes, tools and procedures and ensures execution to attain and maintain and effective Environmental organizational support structure.
• Develop a supporting network in which the regional Environmental team can train, coach, and develop operational resources.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree OR relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E6 ranking OR Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class ranking.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience (i.e., engineering, manufacturing, or related experience).
• Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser.)
• A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.  No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Additional notes

• Environmental management system experience is preferred.

• This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Benefits – What Dow offers you 

We invest in you. 

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career.  You bring your background, talent and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.  

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: 

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. 
• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental and emotional well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. 
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. 
• Become a Dow shareholder through various employee stock programs.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building. 
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs. 
• Global Paid Time Off (PTO) policies:
  • Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).  
  • ​Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.  
  • Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation. 

Join our team, we can make a difference together. 

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment.  We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

Position Purpose / Major Accountabilities:

• Conducts process development and process upscaling studies for new medical device products

• Runs studies to gain fundamental process understanding at a Y = f(x) level and uses this process knowledge to: improve yields, reduce defects, define specifications and define user requirements for equipment

• Analyzes data to assess the sources of variation in the process and understand the cause and effect relationship between factors and responses

• Documents study design, results, next steps and process knowledge / understanding

• Communicates results and next steps to various teams within R&D

• Supports process development timeline by completing tasks on schedule

• Collaborates and partners with associates from multiple disciplines, including Engineering, Development, Research and Production, to ensure project success

Additional Accountabilities:

• Designs, executes and analyzes Engineering Studies to be performed in the lab, pilot line and MTO production lines in areas including, but not limited to: Measurement System Evaluation (MSE, GR&R), Component of Variation Studies (COV) and Design of Experiments (DOE)

• Documents study designs using graphical sampling plans and Factor Relationship Diagrams (FRDs)

• Documents process knowledge and process investigations using Thought Maps and Process Maps

• Performs data analysis including process performance index (Ppk), ANOVA, regression, Chi-square, etc.

• Applies intermediate level principles of engineering and / or chemistry analysis, blends technical knowledge and manufacturing practices in providing solutions to problems

• Position may require international travel, particularly to Germany for periods of up to two weeks per year

• Positive attitude with good interpersonal skills and ability to support a team environment

Skills / Experience:

• Proficient in MS Office

• Work experience in FDA regulated industry, specifically medical devices or contact lenses (preferred)

• Experience in statistical analysis using JMP or Minitab and / or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher)

• Experience writing, executing and analyzing Engineering Studies (preferred)

• Experience with high-speed automation (preferred)

Key Requirements/Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs; Assoc.+6 yrs; M.S.+0 yrs)

• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English

• 2 Years of Relevant Experience

• Work hours: M-F, standard

• Travel Requirements: Travel to Germany 1-2 weeks per year

• Relocation assistance: no

• Sponsorship available: no

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Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate ambitiously, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your dedication and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, hardworking people to join Alcon! As a Senior Engineer supporting our Research and Development Engineering Team, you will be trusted with helping to develop and maintain equipment for developing new contact lens products at our manufacturing site in Johns Creek, GA.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Developing, crafting, installing, commissioning, qualifying, validating, and optimizing ocular health laboratory and manufacturing equipment in compliance with Good Practice (GxP) procedures

• Communicating and coordinating with internal/external vendors during the implementation, commissioning, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and optimization of equipment 

• Completing tasks efficiently and working together with other departments to achieve common and overarching project goals (e.g. landmark, budget, etc.) 

• Being responsible for redefining the current maintenance concept into a paperless system using Maximo

• Assuring that there is a safe and orderly work environment and compliance with corporate rules and regulations

• Providing support as needed and generating required technical documents including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), training manuals, and protocols per GMP guidelines

• Troubleshooting and correcting issues related to sophisticated production equipment used in the contact lens development/manufacturing process

• Crafting maintenance plans or spare part infrastructure to reduce unplanned machine downtimes

• Maintaining equipment and repair and preventive maintenance records

• Crafting and implementing protocols for product development and preparing documentation related to procedures, training, work instructions, validations, reports, etc.

• Applying technical methods to optimize processes and sustainably improving product quality and process yields

• Having a positive demeanor with good interpersonal skills and being capable of supporting an excellent team environment

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs; Assoc.+6 yrs; M.S.+0 yrs)

• 2 Years of Relevant Experience

• The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English

• Work hours: 40 hours per week: Monday – Friday: Exempt: 8 AM EST – 5 PM EST

• Travel Requirements: 0 to 10%

• Sponsorship & Relocation Not Available

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Process Engineering, or related majors

• Leadership Experience (Will need to be able to provide training opportunities and supervise direct reports)

• Experience in installation and commissioning of production equipment as well as production operations

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Advanced proficiency in Maximo and Microsoft Office Suite

HOW TO THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and findings as work evolves.

• Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!

• Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and much more!

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Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to alcon.recruitment@alcon.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

About this opportunity:

Cenovus is currently recruiting for a Site Operations Engineer at Foster Creek.

Working with the Manager, Operations Process Engineering, the Site Operations Engineer is responsible for supporting water treatment, steam generation and utilities. The successful candidate will apply their engineering knowledge and critical thinking skills to address safety, environmental, regulatory compliance or realize equipment optimization opportunities. The Site Operations Engineer will identify/scope opportunities and engineering projects to add business value by reducing residual risks, increasing capacity, or reducing OPEX.

This position will provide field level process engineering support to Operations at Foster Creek and Calgary-based Operations Process Engineers.

Work Environment:

• This is a full-time employee position working a shift of 7 days on 7 days off, 12 hours per day, Wednesday to Wednesday

• Foster Creek has full-service camp facilities

• Depending on your place of residence and your shift rotation, bus and/or air transportation to/from site is offered from designated departure points in select locations

• Foster Creek is serviced by flight Hubs in Calgary and Edmonton

What you’ll do:

• Identify capacity bottlenecks and optimization opportunities for water treatment, steam production, water balance, fuel gas balance and heat integration daily to ensure throughput is maximized and all regulatory requirements are being met.

• Provide technical support to Operations and Maintenance to resolve short-term operational issues in the steam generation, water treatment and utilities areas.

• Preliminary scoping, economic justification, & initiation of engineering projects, control and/or operational changes to address bottlenecks or increase capacity, reduce operating costs, handle chemical usage, and reduce safety or regulatory compliance risks.

• Complete or support work intake for process engineering investigations and management of change requests.

• Coordinate process trials (PTRs) for new chemicals or process optimization.

• Complete Construction Work Packages (CWPs) for small scope projects.

• Complete process simulations and/or engineering calculations to understand impact of potential process changes.

• Complete process release calculations to support process safety event incident investigations.

• Attend Process Hazard Assessments (PHAs), revalidation HazOps, Over Pressure Risk Assessments, and Risk Assessments for bypasses and abnormal Operation as a domain expert (SME).

• Develop and maintain advanced engineering models to track long-term fouling of steam generators, heat exchangers, ion exchange and after-filter vessels.

• Chair weekly Technical Meetings with Operations and key partners from the area work team.

Who you are:

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

• Must be a registered with APEGA in good standing, as a P.Eng or an EIT

• A minimum of 4 years of process engineering related experience in Oil & Gas is required.

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering is required, with a strong preference for a degree in Chemical Engineering.

• Capable of working in a challenging environment with shifting priorities and deadlines.

• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, organization, and time management skills.

• Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team.

• As this position has been identified as safety sensitive, employment of a final candidate selected for this position will be conditional upon successful completion of required pre-employment medical and alcohol/drug assessments.

• For this position you will be required to maintain a Class 5 driver's license, a satisfactory driving record, and adhere to the appropriate Company policies and guidelines. A driver's abstract will be one of the background checks requested in the pre-employment screening for the final candidate.

Note: The application deadline for this position is 11:59 PM MT March 18, 2024.

If you require accessibility assistance to complete the on-line application or otherwise apply for an open position with Cenovus, its subsidiaries and affiliates, please email careeropportunities@cenovus.com.

Internal candidates that are currently in a lower grade will be assessed based on their sustained job performance, how they demonstrate the expected organizational competency behaviors and values and in discussions with their current leader prior to determining next steps.

Who we are:

We’re an integrated energy company headquartered in Calgary with oil and natural gas production operations in Canada and the Asia Pacific region, and upgrading, refining, and marketing operations in Canada and the United States. We’re committed to maximizing value by sustainably developing our assets in a safe, innovative, and cost-efficient manner, integrating environmental, social and governance considerations into our business plans.

We've been named a Top Alberta Employer for 2024, a designation recognizing organizations leading their industries in offering exceptional places to work.

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For more information, please visit cenovus.com

At Cenovus, we embrace diversity of thought, experience, and backgrounds to help us make better business decisions, address our challenges, seize opportunities, and unlock innovative solutions. We’re committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where people feel respected, valued, and engaged. We strive for a collaborative, physically and psychologically safe environment where you can be yourself, feel a sense of belonging and thrive. For more information, including details on our inclusion and diversity targets and networks, visit Cenovus.com.

The requirements of this posting may be modified to support business needs. Title and compensation administration will be based on the skills and capabilities of the successful incumbent.

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