Mechanical Technician IV BCForward is currently seeking a highly motivated onsite Mechanical Technician IV in Seattle, WA 98134. Position Title: Mechanical Technician IV Location: Seattle, WA 98134 Anticipated Start Date: ASAP Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCForward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date. Expected Duration: 12 Months Job Type: [>=40 weeks] [Contract] [Onsite]. Pay Range: $35 - $40/hr. on W2. Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.). Job Title: Mechanical Technician IV Duration: 12+ Months Location: Seattle, WA 98134 Job Description: • ProtoMake is where new ideas start. Our teams provide everything needed to make and test the cutting-edge technologies that enable products at Client Reality Labs: mechanical and electrical design, machining, printing, casting, molding, assembly, laser processing, and repair. We move fast and are looking for people who are driven to find quick, efficient ways to realize ideas in real materials on complex geometries and compressed timelines. • We get deeply involved in the hardware development process, partnering with the product design and industrial design teams to apply our specific areas of expertise to their challenging problems. We take pride in being more than just a prototype production service to our customers. • This role is the backbone of the service we provide to our partners. You will work hands-on in the operation of industrial-grade CNC machining equipment, programming parts using templated CAM programs, communicating with customers, and ensuring that we deliver on-time. As CNC machining is a critical part of our prototyping services, we're looking for people with a background in digital design coupled with an interest in making things, and we're willing to train the right person in the specifics of the job. Responsibilities: • Efficiently program parts using templated CAM programs in Fusion 360 • Load and unload materials, check machine status, and launch jobs at regular intervals to ensure delivery commitments are made. • Remove finished parts from machines, clean and post-process as required, being careful to protect or highlight key features. • Make updates in task management platform to keep requesters apprised of job status. • Using existing SOPs, maintain equipment and ensure all tools and materials needed are on hand to ensure continuous production. Minimum Qualifications: • Experience with digital design tools (2D or 3D) such as Fusion 360 or other CAD/CAM software. • Strong interpersonal skills, innate ability to perceive what different customers are looking for in their requests, and second-nature comfort tailoring your approach to meet their needs. • A genuine passion for making things (art, tinkering, crafts, etc...). • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, should be clear and concise by default. Preferred Qualifications: • Digital fabrication experience in a prototyping environment, specifically with CNC machining. • Bachelors or Associates degree. • Hands-on experience with CNC machining equipment, hobby- or commercial-grade. • Experience using CAD/CAM software such as Fusion 360, SolidWorks, or Mastercam. BCForward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k. About BCforward: Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, a To view the full job description,
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See More Details >>Mechanical Engineer / Project Manager - Bremerton, WA job at Spees Design Build. Tumwater, WA. Job Description Job Description Mechanical Engineer / Project Manager – Bremerton, WA Spees Design Build (SDB) is seeking a full-time Mechanical Engineer / Project Manager to join our team in Bremerton, WA. In this position, you will perform AEC design work under the supervision of licensed professional engineers. You will design and draft building mechanical systems (HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection) for various commercial and federal projects. Your typical day will include building system modeling, design calculations, building code, industry standards review, and coordination with an interdisciplinary team. You will join a mechanical team aiming to exceed client design expectations while delivering projects on time. SDB is a design-build firm that specializes in providing architecture, engineering, and project management consulting services. We work in teams, tackle exciting projects, and enjoy a stimulating and collegial environment. We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business with offices in the Pacific Northwest and the Southeast. You will be part of the dynamic architectural and engineering (A/E) design team within SDB’s Design-Bid-Build operations. This team is primarily involved in designing various project types within the Veterans Affairs Medical Center systems throughout the United States. Job Qualifications • You have 8 - 20 years of experience designing HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems • You have experience coordinating with interdisciplinary teams • You are an expert with Revit and AutoCAD • You are proficient with HVAC load calculation software • You are extremely familiar with state and federal codes and industry standards • You have a Mechanical Engineering degree • We prefer you have experience working on federal projects • We prefer you are a licensed professional engineer • We prefer you have experience leading mechanical design projects Job Duties and Responsibilities You will perform mechanical design and project management tasks, including: • Project management of various mechanical design projects • HVAC load calculations • Verifying compliance with building codes, energy codes, and various standards • Design calculations • Space planning and equipment layouts • Designing ductwork and piping systems • Specification editing and review • You will visit project sites to gather design information and document existing conditions • You must be thorough and focused on design details • You must be comfortable with and proficient at communication with the internal design team and the client • You have a willingness to assist with any required tasks Essential Functions: • Sitting at a desk and working on a computer for prolonged periods. • Able to lift to 15 pounds at times. • Occasional travel to various project sites for field investigation and construction inspection (20%). • Authorization to work in the United States is required. Spees Design Build offers a comprehensive benefits package including 75% employer-paid medical/dental coverage, life insurance, a tax-free Health Savings Account, ten paid holidays, tiered paid time off, unpaid leave, performance-based bonuses, and a 401(k)-matching plan for qualified positions. The pay range is from $120k to $160k DOE. It is the employment policy and practice of Spees Design Build to recruit and to hire qualified employees without discrimination based on race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, mental and physical disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classes protected by applicable law, and to not discriminate concerning compensation and opportunities for advancement, including upgrading, promotion, and transfers. We will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals throughout the application, interviewing, and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact us. Powered by JazzHR dNG9Sx3Txn
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