Senior Process Designer - MDS Staffing
Plymouth, MN
About the Job
A Senior Designer produces practical and economical high-quality designs in accordance with industrial and engineering department standards and construction estimates. This role focuses on the design of agricultural related projects in the construction industry, while demonstrating a high level of autonomy and safety. The Senior Designerperformsastheleaddesigneronthelargestandmostcomplexprojects,ormultiplesmallerprojects,and is responsible for the review of designs produced by team members. This position typically reports to the Engineering Project Manager or Project Manager.
EssentialJobDutiesandResponsibilities
·Evaluateandresearchdiversedesignsolutionmethods
·Makedesigndecisionsonassignedproject(s)
·Developataskplanandexecuteassignmentsinconformancewithproject-specificdocumentation
·Overseedraftingtoensureconformancewithengineereddesigns
·Understandcontractterms,projectscopeofwork,projectschedule,projectengineeringandconstruction estimates for assigned project(s)
·Monitorengineeringcostsagainstprojectbudgetforassignedproject(s)
·Createandmaintainequipmentlistforassignedproject(s)
·Executeprojectgoalswhilecollaboratingwithprojectteams
·Monitorqualitycontrolduringthedesignandconstructionbuildprocessesofassignedprojects
·Mentorteammembers,includingdelegationoftasks/responsibilitiestohelpthemgrow
·Reviewandprovidefeedbackondesignsproducedbyother,less-experienced,Designers
·Makeinformeddecisionsonoverallstructuredesignsbyunderstandingfacility/processand civil/structural design
·Createasuccessfuldesignbycollaboratingcloselywithclientstounderstandtheuniquedesiresand requirements of the assigned project
·Keepabreastoflatestindustrytechnologyandtechniques;educateteammembersonfindings
·ParticipateinmarketingCompanyengineeringandconstructionservicestopotentialclients
·Maintainpositiverelationshipswithclients,vendors,subcontractors,andco-workers
·Performotherdutiesasdictatedbytheneedsoftheproject
·Businesstravelwillberequired
StandardsofConduct
·Exhibitleadershipqualitiestostaffmembers,assignedprojects,andotherdealingswhilerepresentingthe Company
·Displaypersonalethicsandsolidindependentjudgementinalldealings;includingfiscalmatters, confidentiality and decision-making
·Executehighqualityworkproductaccurately,organizedandontime;followestablishedprocessesand standards
·Takeinitiativeandfollowthroughoncommitments,includingassignmentsandestablisheddeadlines
·Assumeresponsibilityforindividualandteamperformanceandgrowth
·Informmanagementonstatusofwork,escalatedissues,resourcegapsandunmanagedrisks
·Displayeffectivewrittenandverbalcommunication,expressdisagreementtactfullyandbuildtrustboth internally and externally
·Contributetoasupportiveworkenvironmenttoaccomplishgoals,bothindependentlyorwithateam
·Complywithallcompanypolicies,procedures,andstandards
·Observeallapplicablesafetyprotocolandpolicies;reportandstopanyobservedunsafeactivity
·EmbodytheCompanycorevaluesandembracethe“lightofday” test
·Contributetothecorepurpose,strategicplansandobjectivesofthecompany
CharacteristicsforSuccess
·Detail-orientedandhighlyorganized
·Abilitytoprioritizeworkload,multi-task,managetimeandshiftgearsasneeded
·Firm,butfair,approachinallbusinessdealingstoprotecttheinterestsoftheCompanywhileproviding outstanding customer service
·Excellentworkethic,driveandmotivation
·Abilitytomastertechnicalknowledgequickly
·Pursuitofcontinuouslearningandself-developmentopportunities
·Skilledinsolvingissueseffectivelyandefficiently
·Abilitytolead,motivateandinspireothers
Qualifications
·Education:AnAssociate’sdegreeisrequired;IndustryrelatedBachelor’sdegreeispreferred.An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
·Experience:A minimumofseven (7) yearsof facility/processdesign, civil/structural design, or related industry experience is required. Specific experience in the food, agricultural, plant design or material handling and process systems industry is desirable. LEAN principles experience and ability to apply principlesisdesirable.OSHA10OR30Hourcertificationispreferred,orthewillingnesstoobtainupon hire.
·Technology:ProficiencyinbasiccomputersoftwareprogramssuchasMicrosoftWord,PowerPoint,Excel, and Outlook.Employee should have experience with coordination and complete modeling within Revit and AutoCAD, and have the ability to learn other specific software (JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, etc.).
·Skills: A qualified candidate will demonstrate analytical and problem solving, leadership, negotiation, organization, relationship building, construction knowledge, project management and business acumen skills.Effectivecommunication,judgment,initiative,timemanagement,attentiontodetailandflexibility are also necessary abilities for this position.
WorkEnvironment
Thispositionworksprimarilyinanofficeenvironmentandoccasionallyonaconstructionprojectsite.
PhysicalDemands
Frequentlyrequiresrepetitivehandmotions.Regularlyrequiredtospeakandlisten.Specificvisionabilitiesinclude close vision and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to bend, sit, and stand. This list is to be considered general and not all-inclusive. The Company reserves the right to change or modify, consistent with business necessity.