USAM DC

Architectural millwork contractor

Lead Project Engineer Millwork

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeUnited StatesNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
At least 5 years of architectural drafting or engineering experience is required.
Ability to read and understand architectural drawings is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including intermediate Excel skills, is required.
Experience with millwork production methods and fabrication techniques is required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings or blueprints is required.
Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills are required.

Responsibilities

Carry out duties assigned by the Project Engineer Manager.
Record and track the status and completion of tasks provided by the Project Engineer Manager.
Communicate and collaborate with engineering and production team members to complete tasks in a timely manner.
Follow up with team members regarding deadlines and upcoming projects.
Work with Operations, Production, and Engineering teams to resolve conflicts and meet deadlines.
Proactively communicate potential issues and challenges to the Engineering team.
Stay up to date with field conditions and update drawings for fabrication accordingly.
Maintain an understanding of materials and hardware used to manufacture the approved scope of work.
Use AutoCAD and Microvellum to prepare drawings for production release and release to subcontractors.
Review subcontractor drawings for submittals.
Help team members with questions and issues.
Attend weekly Engineering team meetings to receive and discuss assignments.
Process releases through Microvellum, saw optimization, and CAM software; annotate as-built drawings; and print and release reports and drawings for production.
Manage time and prioritize assigned tasks.
Collaborate with Production and Project Management to develop production drawings.
Perform material take-offs for ordering or pulling inventory.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned by the Project Engineer Manager.

Desired Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Wood Technology, or a related field is highly preferred.
5–10 years of drafting or drawing experience with AutoCAD and/or Microvellum is preferred.
5–10 years of experience in the architectural millwork industry is preferred.
Knowledge of Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) standards is preferred.
Experience with computer numerical control (CNC) manufacturing is preferred.

USAM DC is seeking a Lead Project Engineer (Millwork Engineer). The Lead Project Engineer works closely with the Project Engineer Manager, other Engineers, Project Managers, and Production while managing these tasks: reviews drawing, creating submittal documents and requests when needed, incorporates redlines and field dimensions, and follows up with other Engineers on scheduled events and questions. The Lead Project Engineer will work closely with the Project Manager through the entire life cycle of multiple projects ensuring all information is coordinated and updated to ensure project success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Carries out duties assigned by the Project Engineer Manager.
Record and track the status and completion of tasks provided by the Project Engineer Manager.
Communicate and collaborate with engineering and production team members to complete tasks in a timely manner.
Follows up with other team members on meeting deadlines and upcoming projects to work on.
Works closely with the Operations, Production and Engineering teams on conflict resolution to ensure deadlines are hit in a timely manner.
Proactively communicates potential issues and challenges with the Engineering team.
Stays up to date with field conditions and updates drawings for fabrication accordingly.
Maintains an understanding of all the materials and hardware used to manufacture the approved scope of work.
Utilizes AutoCAD and Microvellum to prepare drawings for production release and release to subcontractors.
Reviews sub-contractor drawings for submittals.
Helps team members with questions and issues.
Attend weekly meetings with Engineering team to receive and discuss weekly assignments.
Process releases through Microvellum, saw optimization and CAM software; annotate as built drawings, and print & release reports and drawings for production.
Effectively manages time and prioritizes assigned tasks.
Collaborate with production & project management to effectively develop production drawings.
Ability to correctly perform material take-offs for ordering/pulling inventory.
Other duties and projects as assigned by the Project Engineer Manager.

Other Duties:
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing or activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position does not have any direct supervisor responsibilities. However, the position assists and guides other team members with questions and concerns. The position also follows and instructs other team members on the schedule when the Project Engineer Manager is not available.
Physical Demands:
This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.

Preferred Education and Skills (in addition to the required):

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Wood Technology, or related field highly preferred
5 – 10 years’ experience drafting/drawing with AutoCAD and/or Microvellum
5 – 10 years’ experience working in the architectural millwork industry
Knowledge of Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) Standards

Experience with CNC manufacturing

Required Education and Skills:

High school diploma or GED
Min 5 years' experience architectural drafting/engineering
Ability to read and understand architectural drawings
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including intermediate Excel skills
Experience with millwork production methods and fabrication techniques
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Able to read and interpret architectural drawings/blueprints
Excellent problem solving and conflict resolution skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT: work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TRAVEL:
For remote employees, occasional travel to onsite facility will be required as determined.

About the Company

USAM DC

Architectural millwork contractor

USAM DC is an architectural millwork manufacturer and installation contractor. The company engineers, fabricates, finishes, delivers, and installs custom interior woodwork and casework for commercial projects. It serves general contractors, architects, developers, and commercial building owners. Its operating model centers on project teams connecting estimating and engineering with shop production and field installation. Teams work across estimating, engineering, project management, woodworking, finishing, logistics, installation, and quality. The organization combines architectural manufacturing expertise with practical delivery for commercial construction clients.

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