Technical Lead Engineer - Transportation

Technical Lead Engineer
- Transportation - (230)

Location:

San Jose
- San Jose, CA 95134 US (Primary)

Salary Grade: $ - $

Full Time/Part Time:
Full-time

Mark Thomas is hiring a Technical Lead Engineer! The role of a Technical Lead Engineer is to lead technical solutions for projects and to develop an internal reputation as a “go to” person for valuable input and in demand as a project team member. The qualified candidate for this role demonstrates significant knowledge of technical best practices, internal/external quality control measures, standard details & specifications for the successful completion of one or more projects.

The Technical Lead Engineer must adhere to project scopes, budgets, and schedules as well. The supervisory responsibilities can include the training, development and mentoring of direct reports, and to assigned staff for responsible projects. This position will need to demonstrate effective communication with both upper and lower levels of staff, clients, and sub-consultants in the performance of duties.

• Responsible for the quality production and review of PS&E’s (plans, specifications and estimate) packages
• Completes the technical components of larger and/or more complex projects in accordance with engineering agreements/scopes, standards of the Company and general best practices
• Participates in technical quality reviews for projects managed by others
• Frequently reviews standard details and quality control measures and upgrade as necessary
• Delegates and directs technical tasks to lower engineering levels
• Contributes to the training and mentoring of staff for efficient project execution & quality
• Leads or advises the technical solution or solutions for project proposals & client presentations
• Continually builds a reputation internally as a technical “go to” person for solutions and technical/quality reviews
• Establishes an external reputation for technical expertise through engagement with professional and technical organizations
• Develops technical white papers, engaged speaker and/or performs outside teaching/adjunct professor assignments to extend and expand the Mark Thomas brand

• Meets/exceeds competencies, work products and responsibilities of a Sr. Technical Engineer
• BS degree in Civil Engineering, a Masters’ Degree in specific & relevant areas of engineering is a preferred
• 8
  -12+ years’ progressively responsible relevant experience
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license required; or PE in another state with the ability to obtain CA Licensure within one year, other relevant certifications a plus
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint and other software packages
• Knowledge of overall project deliverables (PSR, PAED, PS&E)
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of technical best practices, quality standards and details
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction methods and techniques
• Proven ability to direct and delegate work assignments
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities
• Possession of a valid driver’s license

Mark Thomas offers a fantastic benefits and compensation package to include:

• Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses, certification and licensing incentives (PLA, PLS, PE, LSIT, EIT), and eligibility for year-end performance incentives
• 401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match
• Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time
• Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, long-term care insurance, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges
• Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance
• FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking
• Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials
• Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry…