Project Engineer - Cedar Rapids

Power the Future of Connectivity!

Are you ready to elevate your career with an award-winning, Woman-Owned technology integrator that's leading the charge in the data center revolution? E2 Optics is one of the fastest-growing and most stable companies at the core of the tech industry-powering the infrastructure behind AI, cloud computing, and the innovations of tomorrow.

At E2 Optics, you will work with cutting-edge systems in some of the most advanced environments in the world. We invest in your growth through hands-on experience, industry certifications, and leadership opportunities that put you in charge of teams and outcomes. Collaboration is in our DNA - we believe in lifting each other up, mentoring with purpose, and celebrating every win.

If you are looking to be part of something meaningful, fast-moving, and future-focused, your next opportunity is here. Join one of America's largest and fastest-growing tech integrators and help us shape what's next.

• Safety is E2 Optics' number one Core Value. All employees are expected to follow safe work practices, as well as adhere to company and client worksite safety policies and procedures

• Promote company Core Values to foster and safeguard family-centric culture

• Develops and enhances data center technical training, SOPs and work instructions to ensure compliance with customer quality plan and industry standards

• Provides field and project engineering, quality control, contract administration, shop drawing review, submittals, scheduling, RFIs and related project support functions per contract

• Manages change orders, including administration, pricing, submission, and tracking

• Assists in establishing the construction plan and engineering methods per the projects scope of work and project specifications

• Provides certifiable training on various test equipment systems, processes and procedures

• Establish methods by which all field testing is administered and develop various means utilizing best practices to monitor the quality of testing activities

• Manages and coordinates closeout operations to include the review and validation of test reports, redlines and as-built drawings, warranties and other required project documentation per contracts

• Coordinates and reviews drawings, submissions, specifications, changes and document control

• Manages contracts including administration, defining the scope of work, answering inquiries, monitoring progress, tracking and manages the project closeout functions

• Coordinates with the project and field management teams and field personnel to design temporary works, audits and inspections for cabling installations

• Oversees Inventory control, monitoring and tracking of test equipment and resources

• Oversees Inventory control, monitoring and tracking of label printing equipment and resources as well as label printing operations

• Collaborate with the project team to create and define methods to improve project efficiencies in order to maintain and increase project profitability

• Create the framework used to develop project metrics and manage the collection of data

• Provides technical and regulatory compliance expertise and support throughout the organization

• Drive continuous improvement activities and support Lean initiatives across the site to align with deployed corporate strategic goals

• This position is generally expected to require minimal overnight travel (5%). The individual in this role should be able and willing to travel as required by E2 Optics

• Additional Responsibilities: As identified and assigned

• High school diploma or GED required

• Bachelors Degree in Construction Management, Project Management or Engineering. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education

• 3 - 5 years experience in structure cabling design work

• RCDD (BICSI: Registered Communications Distribution Design)

• Applicable Project Management Certification

• Strong leadership, communication, influencing and collaborative skills

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills and decision making

• Large data center construction, design and technical knowledge preferred

• Documented designer skills

• Blue Beam experience highly preferred

• Knowledge of construction technology, scheduling, equipment and methods required

• Tactful, has professional demeanor and ability to interact effectively with managers, employees, vendors, and others

• Strong attention to detail with organizational, record-keeping, time management and follow-up skills

• Ability to identify and meet customers expectations and requirements

• Must be a self-starter and a problem solver

• Ability to develop, update and follow policies, standards and standard operating procedures

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with changing priorities as necessary

• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude

• Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the role

• Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player

• Self-motivated with excellent work ethics

• Demonstrated ability to resolve complex problems and issues

• Strategic planning skills

• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, etc.) and MS Suite