Description: You’ll Come for a Job…But You’ll Stay for an Exciting Career! Engineering and Designing Reliable, Responsive, Solutions. SINCE 1976, CANNON has provided creative solutions to clients in the energy industry, water resources, public infrastructure, and commercial and residential development. We work hard. We play hard. We have fun. JOIN CANNON as a Mechanical Design Engineer in the VENTURA, CALIFORNIA area. Ventura is located 30 miles south of Santa Barbara, with a backdrop of the Los Padres National Forest foothills and the scenic Pacific Ocean, Ventura has many miles of beaches and recreational parks. Its Mediterranean climate offers many year-round recreational and cultural opportunities. DESIGN ENGINEER (MECHANICAL or PROCESS) JOB SUMMARY As part of a project team, and under the direction of a Project Manager, the Design Engineer performs engineering calculations and analyses and prepares plans, specifications, and estimates in connection with the design, construction, and operation of a variety of engineering projects. This may also include feasibility studies, research projects, and design projects. DESIGN ENGINEER (MECHANICAL or PROCESS) JOB DUTIES • Conducts fluid hydraulic calculations to generate process data for instrumentation and equipment (pumps, compressors and turbines, steam generators, etc.) sizing and specification. • Develops PID’s, PFD’s, cause and effect charts, and process descriptions. • Works with Principal Engineers to complete any simulated heat and material balances. • Designs and prepares plans, specifications, and estimates for a variety of mechanical engineering projects. • Assists project manager with project management including proposals, scheduling, budgeting, and overall client satisfaction. Limited interaction with clients under the direction of Project Manager. • Coordinates with representatives of agencies, utility companies, vendors, material suppliers, and contractors to obtain information and guidance and make appropriate process and equipment selection. • Participates in project reviews (PIDs, HAZOP, 3D models) as part of design follow-up support. • Manages work within deadlines and budgets set by the Project Manager. • Updates the Project Manager on progress of work and informs them of problems and questions. • Travels to gather field data for designs and (or) supports construction, start-up, and commissioning activities at client facilities (typically within California). • Supports development of departmental procedures, workflows, design checklists, and other company standards. Requirements: • A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited college. Chemical or Mechanical focus strongly preferred. • Successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam highly desirable. Engineer in Training (EIT) professional designation, a plus. • 0-3 years work experience in engineering. Specific experience in one or more of the following fields strongly preferred: oil & gas processing facilities; refineries; power generation; pipelines; water treatment; utility systems; fabrication; and process industries. • Familiar with applicable industry standard design codes (ASME, ANSI, API, etc.), a plus. • Knowledge of AutoCAD, 3D piping modeling, AVEVA Engineering, or Microsoft 365 is a plus. • Proven ability to work effectively with peers, superiors, clients, and others in a dynamic and demanding work environment. • Good interpersonal skills and fluent in written and spoken English. WE OFFER competitive salaries, relocation assistance, excellent benefits package, remote work flexibility, and an active and positive team building, work environment. Cannon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age.
See More Details >>RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman has an immediate employment opportunity available for a self-starting, motivated Principle Mechanical Engineer/ or Sr. Principle Mechanical Engineer to join our dedicated Southern California field engineering team. The team designs, develops, tests, delivers, and operates advanced prototypes and unique marine systems. The candidate will have the opportunity to support a variety of unique mechanical equipment designed for marine applications. This involves a broad spectrum of engineering disciplines including mechanical design; structural analysis; thermal analysis; pressure vessels; material selection; hydraulic and pneumatic system design, component selection, troubleshooting and repair; and metallic and non-metallic fabrication techniques that will leverage the candidate's existing skills and challenge them to develop new skills. Candidate will apply basic knowledge of design and analysis tools and employ the application of general standards, principals, theories, concepts, and techniques to perform tasks. Roles & Responsibilities: • Structural analysis on mechanical structures • Innovate conceptual designs involving hydraulics, pneumatics, structures, and/or mechanisms per customer and mission requirements • Design for manufacturability and maintainability • Execute through mechanical analysis of the design, detailed drawing creation, and system installation while managing cost, scope, and schedule of the design • Select and analyze material for strength, weight efficiency, and corrosion considerations • Write documentation for production and maintenance procedures • Support design through system installation, testing, operation, and training • Analyze and derive requirements "This opportunity may be filled as a Principal Mechanical Engineer or a Sr. Principal Mechanical Engineer based on the qualifications listed below." Basic Qualifications for Principal Mechanical Engineer: • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and a minimum of 5 years of related experience or a Master's degree in STEM and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience • Experience with 3D CAD model based software and analysis tools • Experience with MS Office suite tools • Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI eligibility. Must also have the ability to obtain appropriate program access. Must be able to maintain this level of clearance and program access for continued employment. Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Mechanical Engineer: • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and a minimum of 8 years of related experience or a Master's degree in STEM and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience • Experience with 3D CAD model based software and analysis tools • Experience with MS Office suite tools • Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI eligibility. Must also have the ability to obtain appropriate program access. Must be able to maintain this level of clearance for continued employment. Preferred Qualifications: • SolidWorks 3D CAD software with simulation experience • Marine environment engineering experience • Proficient with textbook calculations and finite element analysis • Experience with cranes and weight handling equipment • Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic design, component selection, and troubleshooting • Electronic packaging design experience • Strong teamwork skills with both immediate team and customer counterparts • Desire to deploy with customer on a rotational basis • Effective verbal and written communication • Active/Current TS/SCI Salary Range: $100,300.00 - $150,500.00Salary Range 2: $124,900.00 - $187,300.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
See More Details >>THE AGENCY The General Services Agency (GSA) is comprised of Fleet Services, Facilities, Procurement, Special Services, Parks, Security, and Business Support and is responsible for a broad spectrum of services to all the County departments and agencies. It requires a very diverse workforce to accomplish the GSA mission of contributing to the quality of life in Ventura County by partnering with their customers to provide expertise and cost-effective service delivery, and foster the preservation of natural resources. THE POSITION Under general supervision, performs maintenance, repair, and/or replacement of mechanical and electrical systems within large public buildings or areas, including detention facilities. May be required to give technical instruction to a crew on a specific job assignment. Incumbents work rotating shifts, including weekends. The successful candidate will be skilled in the repair of electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and other building systems/equipment in commercial, and or multi-building campus type settings. Additionally, the candidate will have excellent customer service skills and the ability to understand, apply, and adhere to established policies and procedures. Finally, the ideal candidate will be self-motivated and have the proven ability to communicate and work effectively with others as a team player, as well as skilled in the use of computer based maintenance record keeping systems. Some positions may be eligible for educational incentive. This incentive may be 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% for incumbents in eligible positions based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification.Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: • Inspects, repairs and/or replaces plumbing connections, seals, water and sewer lines, valves, lavatory and shower fixtures, hot water heaters, water softeners, drinking fountains, and centrifugal pumps. • Examines, replaces, and/or repairs switches, lights, ballasts, circuit breakers, panel boxes, transformers, relays, electrical doors, and electrical controls. • Operates various electrical metering devices, power snakes, threading machines, power tools, and other mechanical equipment. • Overhauls and repairs low pressure boilers, heat exchangers, refrigeration and ventilation systems, compressors, motors, fans, gauges, meters, electro-mechanical and gear operated cell doors. • Maintains records on equipment, services, and work hours expended using computer based record keeping systems. • Performs minor welding, painting and carpentry work. • Receives and investigates day or night emergency calls. • Repairs and installs steam kettles, ranges, ovens, fryers, refrigerators, freezing units, garbage disposals, dish washers, ice machines, food carts, washers, dryers, ironers, and other kitchen and laundry equipment. • Inspects elevators and related safety equipment. • Performs other related duties as required. Maintenance Engineer is represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE), Local 501 and is eligible for overtime compensation.These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list. EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE Any combination of training and experience in the maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment and systems which has led to the acquisition of the required knowledge, skills and abilities. The required knowledge, skills, and abilities can also be obtained by possessing a minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible building maintenance experience which includes the repair of minor electrical and mechanical systems and equipment. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must possess a California driver license. Must undergo in-depth Sheriff and Probation Department Background investigations and receive clearances from both departments prior to hiring. Maintaining such clearances is a condition of employment. Must have experience in maintenance and repair in large commercial, industrial, and/or campus type settings. Must also be able to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, reach, twist, and lift heavy objects. Applicants must indicate on their application that they are willing to work ALL shifts in ALL areas of the County, including on-call shifts. Maintenance Engineers must be available to work a rotating schedule, including weekends. OTHER REQUIREMENTS This position may be subject to State Health Officer Orders regarding vaccine verification and/or testing. These requirements are a condition of employment. Depending on assignment and work location(s), successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination and/or booster against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. HIGHLY DESIRED • Experience with boilers, pumps and chillers. • Highly skilled in the repair of all types of building systems/equipment in commercial. and or multi-building campus type settings. • Excellent customer service skills • Ability to understand, apply, and adhere to established policies and procedures • Self-motived as well as the ability to work effectively with others. • Skilled in the use of computer based maintenance record keeping systems. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Working knowledge of: • tools and materials used in general maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment; • methods used in maintenance and minor repair of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and equipment; • basic mathematics; • current office computer systems, software and computer-based maintenance record keeping systems; • fundamentals of electricity and plumbing; • mechanical principles; • codes relevant to the installation and operation of electrical and/or mechanical equipment; • occupational hazards and safety precautions. Working skills to: • properly use and maintain power and hand tools; • diagnose the cause of electrical, mechanical or system failures; • work independently with minimum instruction; • interpret blueprints and sketches. Working ability to: • perform a variety of building maintenance and limited repair work in the electrical and mechanical trades; • use standard hand and power tools; • follow oral and written instructions. FINAL FILING DATE This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it. Your application must be received by the County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5 p.m. on the closing date. To apply on-line, please refer to our website at www.ventura.org/jobs. A paper application form can be obtained by calling (805)654-5129. Our address is: County of Ventura, Human Resources Division, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009 NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here for additional information. Note to Applicants: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - qualifying All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this exam AT THE TIME OF FILING. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the exam process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire will result in the application being removed from consideration. APPLICATION EVALUATION - qualifying All applications will be reviewed to determine whether or not the stated requirements are met. Those individuals meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the screening and selection process. WRITTEN EXAMINATION - 100% An un-proctored, internet-based, job-related written examination will be conducted to evaluate participating applicants' knowledge of general mechanics, plumbing, boilers, electrical, air conditioning, reading comprehension, and safety for successful performance on the job. Examinees must earn a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list. VALIDATING PROCTORED WRITTEN EXAM Offers of employment may be conditional to the candidate until taking and passing an on-site, proctored exam similar to the un-proctored, internet-based exam. Applicants successfully completing the exam process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-term), Intermittent, and Extra Help vacancies. There are currently two (2) vacant Regular positions. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION Applicants may be subjected to a thorough background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record. Candidates for the position of Maintenance Engineer must undergo a Sheriff and in-depth Probation Department background investigation and receive clearances form both departments prior to hiring. Maintaining such clearances is a condition of employment. For further information regarding this recruitment, please contact Lucy Fernandez by email to Lucy.Fernandez@ventura.org or phone (805) 654-3943. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Ventura, CA, often begins with a structured apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships span approximately three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 19,694 mechanical trade professionals in Ventura, with wages averaging $1,738.75 per week for experienced workers. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with potential earnings often exceeding $108,000 annually.
