Transportation Construction Inspector Supervisor (Montgomery County, PA)

Sr. Production Engineer (Mechanical) POSITION DESCRIPTION:   Major and established international company has an opportunity for a Sr. Production Engineer at their large and high volume manufacturing site commutable to the east of the Atlanta metropolitan area.  Will recommends and implement improvements to existing production processes, methods, and controls.  Will develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards.  Will coordinate the manufacturing launch for new or revised products.  There are major company benefits, an attractive matching 401K, and bonus potential that can be in 2-5% annual range.    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Finds problems, plans, and implements improvements for existing product and manufacturing process issues. Develop and maintain document quality system for new and existing programs (PFMEA, control plan, process flow, work instructions, and inspection documents). Performs research, development, evaluation, installation, operation and maintenance of manufacturing systems, processes, and equipment to meet requirements. Coordinates the manufacturing launch of new/revised products including establishing goals, training team members, and evaluating results. Gives input to product design based on design for manufacture/design for assembly philosophy. Performs cost-benefit analysis for product and/or manufacturing process cost reduction, quality improvement, and improved efficiency. Leads or participates in Kaizen activities to ensure continuous improvement in manufacturing processes, products, components, raw materials, and equipment. Prepares and maintains detailed layouts of building floor space, equipment, and tooling. Performs routine activities accurately and promptly per instructions and procedures. Train Production and Maintenance Associates to improve technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills on the production shop floor. Performs other work as assigned by Management. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with at least 5 years of engineering experience.  Experience in automotive manufacturing industry is preferred. Must be able to read, interpret, and create blueprints and technical documents. Must be proficient with 3D CAD software, preferably SolidWorks, and 2D CAD software, preferably AutoCAD. Must have at least 3 years of hands on experience with high volume CNC Machining, automated assembly, and/or plastic injection molding processes. Excellent troubleshooting skills. Exhibits ingenuity/creativity regarding problem solving and countermeasure implementation. Experience calculating and analyzing OEE, scrap, and manufacturing capacity. Experience with capital equipment projects and new product launches while meeting APQP and ISO 9001 and/or TS 16949 standards. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.   Excellent organizational skills, able to motivate team efforts to accomplish goals.   Able to quickly learn basic knowledge of the company, products, manufacturing processes, and rules.   Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

his is a unique opportunity to take over a successful engineering company in Dallas, TX. The business is solely owned and operated by myself, a professional engineer. I looking to sell the business to a like minded engineer who wishes to purchase and operate a profitable engineering firm. Established residential foundation inspection engineering firm serving the Dallas market since 2017. This highly profitable home-based business generates $450,000 in annual revenue with only $25,000 in expenses. Asking Price: $650,000 BUSINESS OVERVIEW: Specializing in residential foundation inspections for homeowners, buyers, and sellers throughout Dallas County. The business maintains an excellent reputation with high ratings on Google, Yelp, and neighborhood forums. Strong organic search presence consistently ranks on first page results without paid advertising expenses. Foundation issues will continue to be a prevalent issue as homes continue to age, even many new homes develop foundation issues. KEY STRENGTHS: Minimal operating expenses with maximum profitability Consistent year-over-year growth since inception Organic lead generation with zero marketing costs Strong referral network from past clients and realtors Established reputation in competitive market Home-based operation reducing overhead Single employee structure for streamlined operations GROWTH POTENTIAL: Significant expansion opportunities exist beyond current foundation inspection focus. Owner regularly receives inquiries for framing inspection/design, additions, retaining wall services, and other permit-required projects - all representing untapped revenue streams. Additional growth possible through enhanced relationships with foundation contractors seeking inspection partnerships. Significant population and growth of Dallas has occured over the last decade and is expected to continue into the future. The demand could easily support hiring of additional engineers if desired. OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Buyer must hold valid Professional Engineer license in Texas. Role involves traveling to properties and conducting thorough inspections inside/outside. Some older homes require inspection of crawlspaces and confined areas. Ideal for active professionals who enjoy fieldwork and client interaction. TRANSITION SUPPORT: Seller provides 3 to 6 month transition assistance to ensure smooth business transfer and operational continuity. This turnkey operation offers exceptional profitability in a stable industry with substantial growth potential for expansion-minded buyers.

Northstrat is seeking a junior developer with a willingness to learn and grow on an exciting new, greenfield development program! Your responsibilities will include implementing microservice solutions for complex problems based on well-defined Jira tickets. Your solutions will include clean, maintainable code with full automated test coverage. You will be responsible for adhering to our software development best practices and code quality standards.  From a day-to-day perspective, you will participate in our fully Agile development process including daily agile standups, iteration planning meetings, and retrospectives. You will write code that is deployed to the cloud via a fully automated DevSecOps pipeline.  The ideal candidate desires to learn new technologies (frontend, backend, database, and CI/CD) and best development practices from outstanding senior developers.  Technologies (Note: a developer who has experience in one or more of these technologies could be a good candidate. Candidates do NOT need to have experience in all technologies):   Java, Spring Framework, Spring Boot  Web frameworks – Angular, React, Vue  Databases - PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis  Amazon Web Services (AWS) - EC2, Lambda, SNS, SQS, CloudFormation  Message Bus – RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, Kafka  Automated testing tools - Mockito, JUnit, Cypress, Jest, etc.  Source code management tools - Git, GitLab, Bamboo  Containerization  and Deployment – Docker, Helm, Kubernetes  CI/CD DevSecOps pipeline tools - Jenkins, Git, Gitlab, Bamboo, BitBucket, SonarQube, Fortify  Issue and Ticket Tracking - Jira and Confluence    TypeScript  CSS  Groovy  Puppet  Requirements Must have an active TS/SCI with CI poly clearance to be eligible  Bachelor’s Degree in STEM field or related experience is required   Must be available to work in-person in Sterling, VA or Aurora, CO   0-4 years of developer experience  Proficiency with Linux development including command line  Proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as Java  Current Security+ (or similar) certification or willingness to obtain     Benefits Northstrat values true work life balance. We offer power of choice benefits designed to best meet the needs of you and your lifestyle. Our benefits programs are designed to support and encourage wellness, healthy living, retirement investment, and lifetime learning. Pay Range There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. We also offer competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities. Please refer to our Benefits section for additional details.   Flex Time Northstrat does not mandate specific working hours. Although project requirements may dictate schedules, a Northstrat employee is only required to work an average of 8 hours per weekday over the course of a month. For example: John worked 12 hours on June 1st to meet a project deadline. On June 15th, John only worked 4 hours because he left early for a long weekend. John’s IBA was not debited for time off because flex time allowed him to carry over those 4 hours from June 1st. Individual Benefits Account (IBA) To attract and retain the highest quality staff, Northstrat provides a unique and versatile benefits package, the Individual Benefit Account (IBA), which places the power of choice in the hands of our greatest asset – the employee. The purpose of the IBA is to provide attractive benefits to all full-time employees of Northstrat on a flexible basis that enables each covered employee to select a package that best suits his or her needs. Whether those needs are paid time off, medical expenses, prescription drug expenses, cash disbursement, or a combination of any of these, the IBA provides flexibility to help you meet your specific goals. The IBA can be used for such things as: IBA Benefits accrue each month in the amount equivalent to 50% of the employee’s monthly compensation rate. That is, the effective dollar amount of this accrual is in addition to an employee’s salary. Profit Sharing Plan (PSP) The PSP is a qualified retirement plan that Northstrat funds quarterly on the employee’s behalf through the IBA in the amount equivalent to 25% (up to the IRS contribution limit) of the employee’s compensation. That is, of the 50% accrual in the IBA, half of the amount accrued is applied to the PSP. Stock Options Because Northstrat is an employee-owned company, all new employees are offered stock options. Employees have the opportunity to receive additional stock options based on accomplishment of individual performance goals. Stock owners elect the Board of Directors and are directly impacted by the success of the company. Lifelong Learning Our culture promotes and nurtures a growth environment. We hire and scale rapidly to meet the needs of our partner customers. Through periodic company sponsored training events, and the ability to use IBA funds for reimbursement of work-related education expenses you will have the opportunity to continually grow your skills and abilities. Join Our Talented Team We hire the BEST employees and value each one. Since 2021, The Washington Post has recognized Northstrat among its "Top Workplaces". We think that your friends and family will like it here too, so we offer employee referral incentives. Northstrat is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected status.

We seek a meticulous, thorough, and organized Estimator to join our growing team in the Weatherproofing division. [Duties ] Prepare and present cost estimates and detailed project budgets to management and clients for commercial construction projects (fluid/sheet waterproofing, sealant, spray foam, or traffic coating projects) Prepare quantity takeoffs and analyze subcontractor bids for materials, labor, and equipment Evaluate project risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate potential cost overruns [Requirements ] Minimum education level of a bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field The ideal candidate will have at least 3-5 years of experience in commercial weatherproofing cost estimation Proficient in construction estimating software [Details ] Pay Rage: $85k to $110k + annual bonus opportunity Generous Paid Time Off Policy – 15 days at hire, 20 days on 1st service anniversary + 401k plan with employer match, 100% Employer paid Medical, Dental, & Vision Company credit card, fuel card, phone, tablet, and car allowance provided To apply for this fabulous opportunity, send your resume to jobs@ppstrades.com OR call 440-701-1080 and ask for DaWayne Watkins for more info.

Northstrat is seeking a junior developer with a willingness to learn and grow on an exciting new, greenfield development program! Your responsibilities will include implementing microservice solutions for complex problems based on well-defined Jira tickets. Your solutions will include clean, maintainable code with full automated test coverage. You will be responsible for adhering to our software development best practices and code quality standards.  From a day-to-day perspective, you will participate in our fully Agile development process including daily agile standups, iteration planning meetings, and retrospectives. You will write code that is deployed to the cloud via a fully automated DevSecOps pipeline.  The ideal candidate desires to learn new technologies (frontend, backend, database, and CI/CD) and best development practices from outstanding senior developers.  Technologies (Note: a developer who has experience in one or more of these technologies could be a good candidate. Candidates do NOT need to have experience in all technologies):   Java, Spring Framework, Spring Boot  Web frameworks – Angular, React, Vue  Databases - PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis  Amazon Web Services (AWS) - EC2, Lambda, SNS, SQS, CloudFormation  Message Bus – RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, Kafka  Automated testing tools - Mockito, JUnit, Cypress, Jest, etc.  Source code management tools - Git, GitLab, Bamboo  Containerization  and Deployment – Docker, Helm, Kubernetes  CI/CD DevSecOps pipeline tools - Jenkins, Git, Gitlab, Bamboo, BitBucket, SonarQube, Fortify  Issue and Ticket Tracking - Jira and Confluence    TypeScript  CSS  Groovy  Puppet  Requirements Must have an active TS/SCI with CI poly clearance to be eligible  Bachelor’s Degree in STEM field or related experience is required   Must be available to work in-person in Sterling, VA or Aurora, CO   0-4 years of developer experience  Proficiency with Linux development including command line  Proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as Java  Current Security+ (or similar) certification or willingness to obtain     Benefits Northstrat values true work life balance. We offer power of choice benefits designed to best meet the needs of you and your lifestyle. Our benefits programs are designed to support and encourage wellness, healthy living, retirement investment, and lifetime learning. Pay Range There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. We also offer competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities. Please refer to our Benefits section for additional details.   Flex Time Northstrat does not mandate specific working hours. Although project requirements may dictate schedules, a Northstrat employee is only required to work an average of 8 hours per weekday over the course of a month. For example: John worked 12 hours on June 1st to meet a project deadline. On June 15th, John only worked 4 hours because he left early for a long weekend. John’s IBA was not debited for time off because flex time allowed him to carry over those 4 hours from June 1st. Individual Benefits Account (IBA) To attract and retain the highest quality staff, Northstrat provides a unique and versatile benefits package, the Individual Benefit Account (IBA), which places the power of choice in the hands of our greatest asset – the employee. The purpose of the IBA is to provide attractive benefits to all full-time employees of Northstrat on a flexible basis that enables each covered employee to select a package that best suits his or her needs. Whether those needs are paid time off, medical expenses, prescription drug expenses, cash disbursement, or a combination of any of these, the IBA provides flexibility to help you meet your specific goals. The IBA can be used for such things as: IBA Benefits accrue each month in the amount equivalent to 50% of the employee’s monthly compensation rate. That is, the effective dollar amount of this accrual is in addition to an employee’s salary. Profit Sharing Plan (PSP) The PSP is a qualified retirement plan that Northstrat funds quarterly on the employee’s behalf through the IBA in the amount equivalent to 25% (up to the IRS contribution limit) of the employee’s compensation. That is, of the 50% accrual in the IBA, half of the amount accrued is applied to the PSP. Stock Options Because Northstrat is an employee-owned company, all new employees are offered stock options. Employees have the opportunity to receive additional stock options based on accomplishment of individual performance goals. Stock owners elect the Board of Directors and are directly impacted by the success of the company. Lifelong Learning Our culture promotes and nurtures a growth environment. We hire and scale rapidly to meet the needs of our partner customers. Through periodic company sponsored training events, and the ability to use IBA funds for reimbursement of work-related education expenses you will have the opportunity to continually grow your skills and abilities. Join Our Talented Team We hire the BEST employees and value each one. Since 2021, The Washington Post has recognized Northstrat among its "Top Workplaces". We think that your friends and family will like it here too, so we offer employee referral incentives. Northstrat is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected status.

We seek a Project Engineer to join our Concrete Restoration team and play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality construction projects. [Duties ] Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects. Provide technical support to project teams, including design interpretation and constructability reviews, putting together submittal packages, preliminary schedules, subcontractor pricing, etc. Assist in procurement activities, including material selection and vendor coordination. [Requirements ] 2 yrs experience in a related field or a bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and industry standards. Experience with project management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, AutoCAD) is a plus [Details ] Pay Rage: $63k to $70k + annual bonus opportunity Generous Paid Time Off Policy – 15 days at hire, 20 days on 1st service anniversary + 401k plan with employer match, 100% Employer paid Medical, Dental, & Vision Company credit card, fuel card, phone, tablet, and car allowance provided To apply for this fabulous opportunity, send your resume to jobs@ppstrades.com OR call 440-701-1080 and ask for Leo Castillo for more info.