Mechanical Designer/Engineer
Engineer job in Des Moines, IA
Design fire suppression systems including wet, dry, pre-action, and foam fire sprinkler systems
Perform detailed shop drawings (field installation drawings and hydraulic calculations), field engineering functions (on the jobsite support and review), and operation planning (field installation support)
Compile and prepare plan submittals (shop drawings) and material submittals for review by architects, engineers, clients, and authorities having jurisdiction Coordinate fire sprinkler design with the building structure and other MEP subcontractors.
Prepare project material stock lists to be used for material procurement assist with Field engineering troubleshooting and support for the installation operations on the jobsite Prepare "as-built" drawings for in-house archive and client files.
General understanding of job costs related to engineering, material and fabrication, and labor.
Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
Perform work safely and effectively.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
Willing to teach.
Skills Required
Experienced with MS Excel, Word, and AutoCAD preferred.
High level of self-discipline, motivation, and ability to operate in a team environment with strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Team player, but able to work independently; Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail
Regular, reliable attendance
Experience with AutoSPRlNK, HydroCAD, or SprinkCAD A PLUS
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Mechanical Design Engineer
Engineer job in Cedar Rapids, IA
Responsible for performing routine engineering work and for occasionally handling minor engineering projects; also assists in various phases of major projects. Additionally, this role will require sourcing mechanical components, submitting RFQs to vendors, and general adherence to and improvement of engineering processes within the organization. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have a strong desire to learn new skills and be comfortable working on larger projects spanning weeks or months as well as fast turnaround projects requiring a couple of hours or days.
Essential Duties
Assists the manufacturing department in the development of processes and molds necessary to produce the product.
Assists in the development of engineering plans and designs in a particular field for a specific area.
Assists in the investigation and analysis of new materials, equipment invoices, and engineering practices.
Prepares or assists in preparing engineering computations, estimates, surveys, statistics, and minor designs.
Prepares layouts, assembly, and detail drawings for new or improved products, special machinery design, test equipment, tools, fixtures, and gauge design.
Prepares initial drawings on designated test apparatus and monitors results.
Analyzes various design requirements and recommends possible solutions or alternate constructions. Also prepares and evaluates tolerance stack-ups.
Provides information when required for cost estimating, such as blank layouts and processing sketches.
Makes orthographic or isometric illustrations required for sales aids.
Performs or assists with equipment and material test studies.
Performs other related duties as required.
Preferred Experience
BS. or M.S. in Mechanical engineering.
5+ years in engineering with experience within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
Experience using a Product Data Management system such as Autodesk Vault or Solidworks PDM.
Be able to interpret machine designs generated using 2-D CAD methods.
Motivation to contribute to the improvement of engineering procedures.
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Excellent technical skills, strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
Comprehensive knowledge and interpretation of code compliance requirements and industry standards.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and in a highly collaborative team environment.
Experience working in or closely with machine shops is a plus (welding, milling, turning, sheet metal, etc).
System Engineer (Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553B, and ARINC-429)
Engineer job in Cedar Rapids, IA
Job Title: SYSTEMS ENGINEER
Zip Code: 52498
Duration: 6+ months
- You will perform design, requirements, validation, & verification tasks for MH-60M and MH-47G cockpit avionics for the US Army Special Operations Aviation (SOA) programs.
- You will perform Platform Systems specific on-site execution of requirements-based testing, robustness and ad-hoc testing in a lab environment (schedule flexibility is necessary during formal test phases).
- You will support cross-functional team development with both external customer stakeholders and internal software and hardware engineering teams for different Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS) builds.
- You will perform your tasks using various engineering tools including TNT, DOORS, JIRA, PREP, Microsoft, SVN and others.
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Required qualifications
- Relevant Systems Engineering Job Experience
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
- Working knowledge / understanding of data busses and protocols (Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553B, and ARINC-429)
Design Engineer
Engineer job in Pella, IA
Akkodis is seeking a Design Engineer for a Contract position with a client located in Pella IA. Ideally looking for applicants to have a solid background in designing.
Pay Range: $30-33/hr. The rate may be negotiated based on experience, education, geographic locations and other factors.
Job Overview:
We are seeking experienced Design Engineer familiar with overseeing design projects. This job is fit for you if you come in with experience into relationship management with solidworks and CAD.
If you are interested in this Design Engineer job in Pella, IA, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to ****************** you have questions about the position, please contact Vaneesh Prashar at ************.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Design Engineer
Engineer job in Waterloo, IA
Local/Commutable candidates ONLY. This is an entry-level Design Engineer role. I would say 1+ years of experience. Heavy industrial manufacturing background with any trailer manufacturing a plus.
Job Title: Design Engineer
Salary: $65-75K plus 10% bonus
Job Summary of the Design Engineer: The Design Engineer will collaborate with a team of design engineers responsible for designing mechanical products and systems, resulting in a finished product that meets the needs and expectations of the customer.
Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Design Engineer:
Plan and complete engineering projects by studying customer requirements, market demand, and competitors' products; scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.
Evaluate mechanical systems and products by designing and conducting research programs; applying principles of mechanics, hydraulics, and materials.
Confirm system and product capabilities by designing feasibility and testing methods; testing properties.
Develop mechanical products by studying customer requirements; researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials, and soliciting observations from operators.
Develop manufacturing processes, focusing on cost reduction and process improvement by designing and modifying equipment for fabricating, building, assembling, and installing components.
Assure system and product quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and system capabilities; confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation process.
Prepare product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
Provide engineering information by answering questions and requests.
Maintain product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
Maintain system and product database by writing computer programs and entering data.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Education & Experience Requirements of the Design Engineer:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
Entry-Level 1-5 years experience.
Heavy haul trailer engineering experience a plus.
Heavy equipment engineering experience a plus
Must have advanced computer skills and be able to understand electronic processing.
Technically proficient in Excel, and Design software systems.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities.
Must have a functional understanding of cost accounting.
Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprise principles and practices.
Ability to quickly learn new tools, systems, etc.
Information Technology Support Engineer
Engineer job in Marshalltown, IA
Job Description: Field IT
Roles and Responsibilities:
Detailed Primary Description of project/Requirement Description
Installing, configuring, and maintaining desktop computers, peripheral equipment, and software/applications within established standards and guidelines.
Working with OEM vendors for replacing spares, hardware repairs & troubleshooting
Inventory management
Imaging of Laptops & Desktops
Printer Management
Assistance in fixing issues for Conference room and working with Vendor for room setup
Hardware/software troubleshooting and resolution
Perform IMAC (Install, Move, Add, Change) services for IT assets, and support mobile phone and non-PC equipment such as scanners and printers.
Offer VIP support with tailored, high-touch service and manage audio-visual, conferencing, and technologies
Network & Sharing printer installation
Knowledge of Office 365 support
Coverage/compliance software installation and troubleshooting
Good communication skill
Good Knowledge of DHCP, DNS.
Maintain IT inventory, coordinate vendor support, and assist with procurement
Support Mac devices
Strictly adhere to defined Service Level Agreements (SLA's)
Support recurring meetings, events, and after-hours activities as required
Documenting incidents, problems, and resolutions for future reference and for the knowledge base
Profiles focused primarily on service desk or remote assistance are not suitable for this engagement.
Good to have skills
L1 level network troubleshooting and resolution for LAN Connectivity
Hands & feet support to Backend team for Network/Server/application issue
Working with vendor support contacts to resolve technical issues
Labelling Racks & devices
Server mounting/movement
Hands & Feet Support for DC (Compute, Storage, Backup, Network.) Hands & feet Support Requirement for Physical Servers, Network Devices, Storage, etc Device reboot, console connection for remote access, cable/SFP removal/insert, cable replacement, racking/stacking, etc.
Project Engineer - Data Center
Engineer job in Cedar Rapids, IA
**Posting Title:** Project Engineer - Data Center **Reports To:** Senior Project Manager **Salary Range:** $65,000 to $85,000 Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.
**WHO WE ARE**
For more than 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who've built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we've built a reputation for integrity. We're problem solvers and innovation seekers. We're team players and safety fanatics. And we always-always-do the right thing. Even when no one is looking. Because what we do here is important, but how we do it is everything.
**THE DATA CENTER TEAM**
We build mission-critical data centers throughout the U.S. to ensure crucial information accessed by millions of people is always available and secure. For decades, CEI is a leading provider of design, installation and commissioning of 20M+ square feet of data center space totaling over 4 GW of electrical systems-including infrastructure built to support AI-driven technologies.
**ABOUT THE ROLE**
We're seeking a Project Engineer ready to be on the front lines of a project--giving daily support to the field, project management, and customer teams. Our Project Engineers (PE) are vital in keeping our processes moving along and assists in the execution of project plans. This role will be responsible for specific activities such as coordinating material onsite delivery dates, maintaining RFI, submittals, and change order logs, and will serve as a key point of contact for internal customers.
**_Knowledge:_** Learns to use professional concepts. Applies company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues.
**_Job Complexity_** **:** Works on problems of limited scope. Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained. Builds stable working relationships internally.
**_Supervision:_** Normally receives detailed instructions on all work.
**ABOUT YOU**
You are willing and excited to learn-with a continuous focus on cultivating a growth mindset. You bring a wide range of skills from being organized to communicating through various channels and collaborating with your team members. You are comfortable taking initiative and ownership of your work. You are not afraid to throw on a pair of boots and your protective personal equipment (PPE)-safety first!
**WHAT YOU WILL GAIN**
At Cupertino Electric you'll be on a career development path to project management. You'll work directly for a project manager or project executive on a team that partners with field, engineering, and design teams. It's ok if you don't have a deep understanding of electrical construction, just be ready to learn and get fired up. You'll have the opportunity to soak up knowledge from everyone you work with - from the journeyman and general foreman to the project team assigning daily tasks. In addition to on-the-job experience and mentoring from your peers, you'll attend vendor off sites, training classes, and other learning opportunities.
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**
_Any combination of education and experience that, in the sole judgment and discretion of Company, would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications may qualify._
**Education:** High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or similar preferred.
**Licensure/Certifications:** None required.
**Experience:** Zero (0) years of construction or related experience required. Two (2) years of construction or related experience preferred.
**Driving Record:** Valid state-issued driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
_*Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship._
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**PLEASE NOTE:** CEI will never ask for any money or financial information from applicants during the hiring process. To learn more about "job scams" how to avoid them, click here. (********************************************
CEI is a place where every single person can-and does-have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you'll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people's lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Cupertino Electric Inc. aims to make cei.com accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact us at *************** or 1-(877)-747-4CEI.
Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Sales/Applications Engineering Co-op
Engineer job in Marshalltown, IA
We are in search of a Sales/Applications Engineering Co-Op to join our Fisher Flow Controls business based in Marshalltown, IA. You will support the growth of Emerson - Fisher Flow Controls sales in the served industries of Oil and Gas, Refining, Chemical, Power, OEM, Pulp and Paper, Pharmaceutical, Food & Beverage, and Metals & Mining and provide technical and commercial sales support. This position is a temporary 8-month co-op assignment. Only students currently attending college or university will be considered.
In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
Support the growth of Emerson - Fisher Flow Controls sales in the served industries of Oil and Gas, Refining, Chemical, Power, OEM, Pulp and Paper, Pharmaceutical, Food & Beverage, and Metals & Mining
Provide technical and commercial sales support to the Emerson Impact Partner network
Support the pursuit of key projects and key account strategy formulation
Troubleshoot field installation problems and specify custom valve solutions
Participate in defining future industry growth segments
Provide customer and representative training
Support customer visits to the Marshalltown Innovation Center
Analyze and develop market studies on industry trends
Who You Are:
You research initiatives and try new approaches. You think about multiple ways to get the same outcome. You utilize analytical tools to help explore potential scenarios.
For This Role, You Will Need:
Required Major(s): Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management, Agricultural Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials/Metallurgical Engineering, or Nuclear Engineering.
GPA: 2.5 or above
Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:
Status: Junior or Senior
Our Offer To You:
At Emerson's Marshalltown location we offer great benefits to our co-ops including competitive salaries, full holiday pay, corporate apartments, 401(k), and insurance options. Our formal co-op program is focused on growing students' experience in organizational knowledge and diversity, teamwork & leadership development, professional development, and corporate citizenship.
At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.
This philosophy is fundamental to living our company's values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values.
Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.
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Auto-ApplyDistinguished Engineer - Spark Infrastructure Architecture
Engineer job in West Des Moines, IA
Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. Come help organizations be their best, while you reach new heights with a team that has your back.
Meet the Team:
Our Distinguished Engineer team drives architecture and technical direction for Splunk's $3.5B platform, ingesting petabytes of data for over 95% of the Fortune 100. As a tight-knit group of DEs reporting to the VP of Architecture, we operate autonomously while coordinating closely on practical, durable solutions that evolve the platform for future requirements. Each DE owns cross-organizational domains that shift fluidly as needs arise. Work alongside exceptionally smart engineers who value rigorous thinking and friendly collaboration-this is where the technical future gets defined!
Impact:
Architect and operationalize Spark at scale as a core component of Cisco Data Fabric, enabling customers to access and analyze exponentially more data across diverse organizational sources. Build resilient, always-on infrastructure with automatic retry logic, fault tolerance, and seamless integration across myriad data sources and formats including Parquet, Iceberg, and modern table formats. Design the operational backbone-monitoring, observability, error handling, and horizontal scalability-that enables hundreds of engineers to build features confidently on solid foundations. Establish architectural patterns and support mechanisms that ensure high availability while maintaining performance at petabyte scale. Success is measured by customer adoption of data fabric capabilities and operational reliability metrics-uptime, ingestion performance, and incident reduction-that directly impact customer value.
Minimum Qualifications:
* Bachelor's in Computer Science (or equivalent) with 15+ years of related experience; or Master's with 12+ years; or PhD with 8+ years or equivalent experience
* Designed and deployed production Spark deployments at scale in cloud environments
* Experience with modern data formats including Parquet, Iceberg, and related table/columnar formats
* Production experience with AWS cloud platform
* Led technical decisions and architectural direction across engineering organizations of 50+ engineers
Preferred Qualifications:
* Production experience with Azure and/or GCP cloud platforms
* Experience integrating with diverse data platforms such as Snowflake, Pinot, Databricks, Trino, or similar systems
* Extensive Kubernetes experience in production environments
* Proven track record mentoring and growing engineers, with strong collaboration skills across sponsors, design, product management, and engineering teams
Why Cisco?
At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:
The starting salary range posted for this position is $267,600.00 to $339,400.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.
Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies:
* 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
* 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
* Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
* Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
* 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
* Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
* Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:
* .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;
* 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;
* 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and
* Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:
New York City Metro Area:
$273,200.00 - $442,600.00
Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$267,600.00 - $390,300.00
* For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.
Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
Staff Enterprise Application Engineer - Palantir
Engineer job in Des Moines, IA
Do you have a passion for leveraging data, analytics, and AI to drive meaningful change? At GE Aerospace, we are transforming supply chain processes to address one of our most critical business challenges: delivery. As a Staff Enterprise Application Engineer specializing in Palantir, you will utilize your expertise in Palantir Foundry and AWS cloud technologies to design, deploy, and tailor solutions for complex aerospace challenges. In this role, you will build and maintain Foundry pipelines, modular applications, and workflows, while working closely with stakeholders to create cutting-edge solutions using ontology, advanced analytics, and AI.
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**Roles and Responsibilities**
+ Architect and design sound/supportable technical solutions to complex business requirements
+ Develop and maintain Foundry pipelines using Pipeline Builder to ingest, transform, and integrate data.
+ Build modular applications and workflows leveraging Python, and Foundry AIP.
+ Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and stakeholders to refine data models and ontology mapping.
+ Assist in Foundry workshops to guide stakeholders through platform capabilities.
+ Support testing, debugging, and performance tuning of Foundry applications.
+ Work with aerospace data to identify patterns, trends, and insights using Palantir Foundry and AWS analytical tools.
+ Develop custom applications and workflows within Foundry and AWS to address specific challenges.
+ Ensure data integrity and compliance with aerospace industry standards.
+ Apply lean methodologies to identify opportunities for process improvement.
+ Share feedback with Palantir and AWS product teams to enhance tools and workflows.
+ Provide technical coaching and direction to more junior teammates.
**Technical Qualifications**
+ Strong experience in Python, PySpark, and front-end frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
+ Experience with Pipeline Builder, AIP, and Foundry's application development ecosystem.
+ Proficiency in AWS cloud services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, and CloudFormation.
+ Experience with Git-based code repositories and CI/CD workflows.
**Minimum Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree from accredited university or college with minimum of 4 years of professional experience OR associate's degree with minimum of 7 years of professional experience OR High School Diploma with minimum of 9 years of professional experience
+ Minimum 3 years of professional experience in Computer Science or "STEM" Majors (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)
+ **Note:** Military experience is equivalent to professional experience
The base pay range for this position is $110,700- $184,600. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on October 31, 2025.
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs ( _i.e_ ., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
**Eligibility Requirement:**
+ Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.
**Desired Characteristics**
+ Ability to operate in an ambiguous environment as we establish this transformation program and define roles & responsibilities.
+ Demonstrated ability to quickly understand new concepts and analyze system deficiencies
+ Passionate about security and the quality of the applications they support
+ Organized, thorough, and detail oriented
+ Collaborates well with others to solve problems and actively incorporates input from various sources
+ Eager to learn, shares ideas, encourages and accepts feedback well
+ Strong analytical skills - strong problem-solving skills, communicates in a clear and succinct manner and effectively evaluates information / data to make decisions; anticipates obstacles and develops plans to resolve
+ Demonstrated customer focus - evaluates decisions through the eyes of the customer; builds strong customer relationships and creates processes from the customer's viewpoint
+ Experience working with an offshore development team
+ High level of energy and enthusiasm, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
+ Comfortable with empowering colleagues and inspiring others to be their best
**Note:**
To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years' experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.
This Job Description is intended to provide a high-level guide to the role. However, it is not intended to amend or otherwise restrict/expand the duties required from each individual employee as set out in their respective employment contract and/or as otherwise agreed between an employee and their manager.
**Additional Information**
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (****************************************************************************************** . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No
\#LI-Remote - This is a remote position
GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Application Engineer
Engineer job in Des Moines, IA
Kemin Application Solutions team is seeking an Application Engineer! This team is responsible for product application systems and services that Kemin offers to it's customers. The ideal candidate will have experience with CAD, Solid Works, pipefitting, plumbing, electrical, construction engineering, and a desire to work hands on with equipment. The Application Engineer will develop, analyze, implement, monitor, and maintain automated dosing processes to required specifications, focusing on safety, reliability, and quality.
As an Application Engineer, you will travel up to 60% of the time. Travel is Monday-Friday with a chance for some weekends. Seasonal variances may include more travel during certain time throughout the year.
Interested applicants must be based in Des Moines, Iowa, or willing to relocate.
Join the Kemin Team and Transform Lives!
We are a privately held, family-owned-and-operated global biotechnology company driven by curiosity and committed to transforming the quality of life for people, pets, and the planet.
We create solutions that strengthen health and wellbeing, provide nutrition and immune support for pets and production animals, safeguard the planet's natural resources, and protect the global food supply chain for generations to come.
We supply over 500 specialty ingredients for various industries, including human and animal health and nutrition, pet food, aquaculture, nutraceutical, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, biofuels, and animal vaccines.
We employ 3,500 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, Egypt, India, Italy, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa, and the United States.
As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial, physical, and professional well-being:
Competitive Financial Package
: Enjoy a rewarding salary, uncapped bonus opportunities, a 401k match program, and generous paid vacation and holidays.
Health and Wellness Support
: Stay fit and healthy with our fitness reimbursement for the whole family, access to an on-site fitness center, a restaurant offering seasonal fresh food options, and free fresh fruit in break areas.
Career Development and Advancement
: Unlock your potential with opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.
Continued Learning Opportunities
: Grow your skills with our in-house learning platforms, offering thousands of training resources both live and online, and take advantage of tuition reimbursement for external post-secondary pursuits.
Service Opportunities
: Make a positive impact with paid time off for service, partnerships with The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, and local community initiatives.
Responsibilities
Build and install various application equipment.
Integrate application technology into customer processing systems.
Responsible for all aspects of equipment installation.
Troubleshoot and repair existing application systems at customer locations.
Foster a positive team environment and assist coworkers as required.
Ability to assemble and install application equipment at customer sites across North America.
Attend local exhibitions, seminars, training and workshops.
Assistance in development of new applications systems.
Provide day to day support to customers, sales team and KAS engineers.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Technology, or a related field, with 0-3 years of experience.
Feed Mill experience preferred
Experience with CAD, Solid works, pipe-fitting, plumbing, electrical or construction engineering highly preferred.
Capability to learn and understand electrical and communication systems.
Familiarity or understanding of PLC's and automation systems.
Ability to work independently or in a structured team.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to work in a fast paced, high-pressure environment.
Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Quality minded.
Travel 60%, primarily domestic but could include international
A post-offer background check and drug screen is required. Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.
Kemin is an equal opportunity employer, and all reasonable accommodations will be considered.
Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus.
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Auto-ApplyManufacturing Engineer/Tooling Specialist
Engineer job in Bettendorf, IA
Why Join LeClaire Manufacturing? At LeClaire Manufacturing, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, craftsmanship, and collaboration. As a growing company with deep roots in precision aluminum casting and machining, we offer a dynamic environment where your ideas and skills directly impact our success. You'll enjoy the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, contribute to exciting new product launches, and grow your career alongside passionate professionals. We believe in investing in our people, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and celebrating the pride that comes from building something exceptional.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly versatile Manufacturing Engineer / Tooling Specialist to support a fast-paced startup manufacturing environment. This role will flex between designing and building machining fixtures, permanent molds, and foundry patterns; and programming CNCs to meet evolving production demands. The proportion of design, fabrication, and CNC programming work will shift based on the immediate needs of the startup phase and early production ramp-up.
Key Responsibilities:
Design & Engineering
Create 3D CAD models and detailed drawings for machining fixtures, permanent molds, and patterns.
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to optimize designs for manufacturability and performance.
Incorporate mold flow or machining simulation feedback into final designs.
Fabrication & Toolmaking
Manufacture tooling in-house using manual and CNC machining equipment, additive manufacturing, and standard shop tools.
Assemble, fit, and finish molds, patterns, and fixtures to meet production specifications.
Troubleshoot and repair tooling to minimize downtime.
CNC Programming
Develop and optimize CNC programs (3-, 4-, and 5-axis as applicable) for fixture components, patterns, and production parts.
Select tooling, work holding, and cutting strategies to improve cycle time, quality, and tool life.
Validate programs through simulation and on-machine prove-out.
Cross-Functional Startup Support
Shift seamlessly between design, hands-on toolmaking, and programming depending on production priorities.
Support first-run trials, PPAPs, and process optimization efforts.
Maintain accurate documentation and revision control for tooling and programs.
Qualifications:
Proven experience designing and building machining fixtures, permanent molds, and patterns.
Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks, Inventor, etc.) and CAM (Mastercam, Fusion 360, etc.) software.
Strong CNC programming skills and hands-on machining experience.
Familiarity with aluminum casting and machining processes preferred.
Ability to move quickly between varied tasks and priorities in a startup environment.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Attributes for Success:
Adaptable and resourceful, able to adjust workload focus daily.
Communicative and collaborative across multiple departments.
Quality-minded with pride in craftsmanship.
Self-driven and capable of taking projects from concept through completion.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Comfortable working in both office/design and shop floor environments.
Able to stand for extended periods when operating equipment.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're a hands-on problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we invite you to bring your expertise to LeClaire Manufacturing. This is more than just a job-it's a chance to shape the future of a growing company while honing your skills across design, fabrication, and CNC programming. Join us and be part of a team that values craftsmanship, innovation, and continuous improvement. Apply today and help us build something extraordinary.
Auto-ApplyResearch & Development Engineer II - Digital Ag
Engineer job in Ames, IA
Research & Development Engineer II - Digital Ag Job Group: Professional & Scientific Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience Preferred Qualifications: Experience or familiarity with embedded systems development for mobile vehicle systems
Experience with communication protocols, including CAN and Ethernet, used on mobile vehicles
Experience working successfully in a technology development team environment and management of team and personal deadlines
Job Description:
The Digital Agriculture Innovations Lab (********************* at Iowa State University (ISU) is seeking an R&D Engineer II to play a key role in designing, developing, testing, and implementing advanced machinery systems that integrate electronics, software, and mechanical components.
As an R&D Engineer, you'll have the chance to work with state-of-the-art technology in agriculture. Our team promotes a learning-based environment where continuous growth and development are highly encouraged. You'll engage with innovative projects that push the boundaries of engineering, offering excellent opportunities for professional advancement and making a significant impact on the future of digital agriculture.
Digital Ag's vision to be the premiere thought leader and partner in ag innovation is reinforced by our mission to innovate, educate, and outreach by bridging the gap between ideas and practical application, cultivating a culture of continuous learning, and elevating individuals and organizations to adopt advanced ag tech solutions for a more sustainable and efficient future. Strengthened by a team of service driven and abundant thinkers, passionate about agriculture and striving for excellence, we are committed to combining technological advancement with practical solutions, emphasizing Digital Ag's role in driving positive impact in the agricultural industry.
Key Responsibilities include:
* Develop new embedded software applications using Matlab Simulink, Python, and C++ development tools for advanced engineering systems
* Assist with the design of custom electronic control systems, software, and integration of electrical, mechanical, and fluid power components
* Utilize tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, CANoe, NI LabView, DEWESoft, and CAN communication protocols
* Participate in the software development life cycle, including requirements, programming, and system design
* Conduct tests, evaluate results, and refine engineering approaches under guidance of the project team
* Contribute to project management through Agile methods, supporting planning, execution, and reporting
* Summarize results and communicate outcomes with internal and external stakeholders
As a more experienced member of the team, the engineer will independently manage deliverables within complex, externally funded projects and contribute technical expertise across multiple areas of system design and development. This role will also provide leadership in project planning, execution, and communication with industry and academic partners.
The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively; complete projects within a specified timeline; meet project design criteria; communicate effectively and provide technical leadership to design team members; and ensure a safe working environment for project staff.
This is an initial three-year term position, with expectation for renewal based on availability of funding.
This posting will be open until filled.
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Level Guidelines
* Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
* Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
* Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
* Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
* May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
* May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
* Provides guidance to students
Appointment Type:
Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
November 1, 2028
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Grade:
PS811
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email ********************** or call ************ or Toll Free: **************.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
* Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
* Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
* Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
* Life insurance and long-term disability
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* Various voluntary benefits and discounts
* Employee Assistance Program
* Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
August 29, 2025
Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:
R17709
Auto-ApplyPower System Studies Engineer - Data Center
Engineer job in Des Moines, IA
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**Company Description**
We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.
Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us - and will continue to allow us - to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.
**Job Description**
As a Electrical Engineer, on the Power Systems Studies group you will work directly with some of the world's largest technology companies and other mission-critical clients. You will serve as an electrical engineer on projects, design calculations, write technical reports, and prepare documents. Experience in performing short circuit analysis and producing arc flash studies is required. You will also coordinate with other Olsson teams, professional staff, technical staff, and clients. You may travel to job sites for observation and attend client meetings.
_We currently have one opening and will consider candidates interested in being located in most locations across the United States._
**Qualifications**
**You are passionate about:**
+ Working collaboratively with others.
+ Having ownership in the work you do.
+ Using your talents to positively affect communities.
**You bring to the team:**
+ Strong communication skills
+ Ability to contribute and work well on a team
+ Ability to be a self-starter to take on a variety of tasks to best serve the client and their project work
+ Investigation and troubleshooting of problems to find solutions
+ Ability to contribute and work well on a team
+ Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering
+ 2+ years or related electrical engineering experience
+ EIT required
+ SKM and ETAP software experience is preferred
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**Additional Information**
Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we're here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.
As an Olsson employee, you'll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you'll:
+ Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
+ Receive an excellent 401(k) match
+ Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
+ Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
+ Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
**Please note:** The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship-specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting ********************************** .
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.
Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants' personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the "CCPA"), this notice explains Olsson's practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices.
For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Noticehere (************************************** .
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Mechanical Designer/Engineer
Engineer job in Davenport, IA
Design fire suppression systems including wet, dry, pre-action, and foam fire sprinkler systems
Perform detailed shop drawings (field installation drawings and hydraulic calculations), field engineering functions (on the jobsite support and review), and operation planning (field installation support)
Compile and prepare plan submittals (shop drawings) and material submittals for review by architects, engineers, clients, and authorities having jurisdiction Coordinate fire sprinkler design with the building structure and other MEP subcontractors.
Prepare project material stock lists to be used for material procurement assist with Field engineering troubleshooting and support for the installation operations on the jobsite Prepare "as-built" drawings for in-house archive and client files.
General understanding of job costs related to engineering, material and fabrication, and labor.
Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
Perform work safely and effectively.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
Willing to teach.
Skills Required
Experienced with MS Excel, Word, and AutoCAD preferred.
High level of self-discipline, motivation, and ability to operate in a team environment with strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Team player, but able to work independently; Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail
Regular, reliable attendance
Experience with AutoSPRlNK, HydroCAD, or SprinkCAD A PLUS
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
JOB-10042598
Distinguished Engineer - AI Infrastructure Architecture
Engineer job in West Des Moines, IA
Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. Come help organizations be their best, while you reach new heights with a team that has your back.
Meet the Team
Our Distinguished Engineer team drives architecture and technical direction for Splunk's $3.5B platform, ingesting petabytes of data for over 95% of the Fortune 100. As a tight-knit group of DEs reporting to the VP of Architecture, we operate autonomously while coordinating closely on practical, durable solutions that evolve the platform for future requirements. Each DE owns cross-organizational domains that shift fluidly as needs arise. Work alongside exceptionally smart engineers who value rigorous thinking and friendly collaboration-this is where the technical future gets defined!
Impact:
Architect and operationalize AI infrastructure as a core component of Cisco Data Fabric, enabling engineering teams to integrate AI capabilities across the world's largest, most diverse data sets. Design MLOps platforms that solve complex lifecycle challenges-managing embedding model migrations, version compatibility, and continuous model updates-while ensuring operational excellence through monitoring, governance, and serving at petabyte scale. Identify and drive new opportunities for leveraging AI across the stack, establishing consistent architectural patterns for agent prompts, tool integration, and model orchestration. Build data pipelines and operational frameworks that enable hundreds of engineers to confidently deploy both LLMs and traditional ML models into production. Success is measured by customer adoption and usage of AI-powered features, alongside operational metrics-model performance, inference latency, and deployment velocity-that directly impact customer value.
Minimum Qualifications:
* Bachelor's in Computer Science (or equivalent) with 15+ years of related experience; or Master's with 12+ years; or PhD with 8+ years or equivalent experience
* Designed and deployed AI/ML infrastructure and features in production cloud environments
* Experience with major AI services including OpenAI, Anthropic, HuggingFace, AWS Bedrock, Azure OpenAI Service, or similar platforms
* Production experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP cloud platform
* Led technical decisions and architectural direction across engineering organizations of 50+ engineers
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience with LLM-specific infrastructure including agent frameworks, prompt management, and tool integration
* Model serving at scale with experience in inference optimization and performance monitoring
* Designed and deployed AI/ML infrastructure for on-premises environments
* Experience with major ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc.) and model formats
* Proven track record mentoring and growing engineers, with strong collaboration skills
Why Cisco?
At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:
The starting salary range posted for this position is $267,600.00 to $339,400.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.
Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies:
* 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
* 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
* Non-exempt employees receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
* Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
* 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
* Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
* Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:
* .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;
* 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;
* 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and
* Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:
New York City Metro Area:
$273,200.00 - $442,600.00
Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$267,600.00 - $390,300.00
* For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.
Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
Manufacturing Engineer/Tooling Specialist
Engineer job in Bettendorf, IA
Why Join LeClaire Manufacturing? At LeClaire Manufacturing, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, craftsmanship, and collaboration. As a growing company with deep roots in precision aluminum casting and machining, we offer a dynamic environment where your ideas and skills directly impact our success. You'll enjoy the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, contribute to exciting new product launches, and grow your career alongside passionate professionals. We believe in investing in our people, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and celebrating the pride that comes from building something exceptional.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly versatile Manufacturing Engineer / Tooling Specialist to support a fast-paced startup manufacturing environment. This role will flex between designing and building machining fixtures, permanent molds, and foundry patterns; and programming CNCs to meet evolving production demands. The proportion of design, fabrication, and CNC programming work will shift based on the immediate needs of the startup phase and early production ramp-up.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design & Engineering
* Create 3D CAD models and detailed drawings for machining fixtures, permanent molds, and patterns.
* Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to optimize designs for manufacturability and performance.
* Incorporate mold flow or machining simulation feedback into final designs.
* Fabrication & Toolmaking
* Manufacture tooling in-house using manual and CNC machining equipment, additive manufacturing, and standard shop tools.
* Assemble, fit, and finish molds, patterns, and fixtures to meet production specifications.
* Troubleshoot and repair tooling to minimize downtime.
* CNC Programming
* Develop and optimize CNC programs (3-, 4-, and 5-axis as applicable) for fixture components, patterns, and production parts.
* Select tooling, work holding, and cutting strategies to improve cycle time, quality, and tool life.
* Validate programs through simulation and on-machine prove-out.
* Cross-Functional Startup Support
* Shift seamlessly between design, hands-on toolmaking, and programming depending on production priorities.
* Support first-run trials, PPAPs, and process optimization efforts.
* Maintain accurate documentation and revision control for tooling and programs.
Qualifications:
* Proven experience designing and building machining fixtures, permanent molds, and patterns.
* Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks, Inventor, etc.) and CAM (Mastercam, Fusion 360, etc.) software.
* Strong CNC programming skills and hands-on machining experience.
* Familiarity with aluminum casting and machining processes preferred.
* Ability to move quickly between varied tasks and priorities in a startup environment.
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Attributes for Success:
* Adaptable and resourceful, able to adjust workload focus daily.
* Communicative and collaborative across multiple departments.
* Quality-minded with pride in craftsmanship.
* Self-driven and capable of taking projects from concept through completion.
Physical Requirements:
* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
* Comfortable working in both office/design and shop floor environments.
* Able to stand for extended periods when operating equipment.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're a hands-on problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we invite you to bring your expertise to LeClaire Manufacturing. This is more than just a job-it's a chance to shape the future of a growing company while honing your skills across design, fabrication, and CNC programming. Join us and be part of a team that values craftsmanship, innovation, and continuous improvement. Apply today and help us build something extraordinary.
Manufacturing Engineer
Engineer job in Cedar Rapids, IA
Detailed understanding of modern mechanical and electrical engineering principles and practice.
Knowledge and experience with hydraulic systems, and components and the ability to design and troubleshoot electro-hydraulic machines.
Efficient CAD design skills with an ability to quickly design components for immediate production.
Willingness and desire to take complete ownership and responsibility for projects.
Able to perform design analysis such as tolerance stack-up analysis and component life cycle estimations.
Ability to source and qualify mechanical components and vendors.
Identify performance issues on new or existing equipment, perform root cause analysis, and suggest possible solutions.
Proactively contribute to brainstorming and whiteboard sessions regarding new designs and productively critique existing designs led by other team members.
Thrive at working closely in a multi-disciplinary team including mechanical, electrical, software, controls, etc.
R&D Engineer IV - Application Technology Lead
Engineer job in Ames, IA
R&D Engineer IV - Application Technology Lead Job Group: Professional & Scientific Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 8 years related experience Preferred Qualifications: Experience in design and testing of agricultural application technology systems.
Experience with defining requirements, project planning, feature prioritization, and milestone tracking for technical projects.
Knowledge of basic biological principles associated with herbicide modes of action and fertilizer uptake within agricultural row crops.
Demonstrated experience preparing technical documentation and delivering industry-focused presentations, as evidenced by reports, publications, presentation lists, or portfolio materials.
Job Description:
The Digital Agriculture Innovations Lab (********************* at Iowa State University (ISU) is seeking an R&D Engineer IV - Application Technology Lead to join our growing team. This position will provide leadership and technical direction for an advanced research and extension program focused on agricultural application technology systems. The role encompasses innovation and education in liquid and dry application technologies for crop production, including herbicide, fertilizer, and targeted spraying systems for both ground and aerial platforms. Additionally, the position will manage technical staff, oversee laboratory and field testing operations, and coordinate interdisciplinary projects that span engineering, agronomy, and biological sciences. The successful candidate will possess strong hands-on expertise in agricultural chemical delivery systems and demonstrate leadership in both research and applied extension activities.
Digital Ag's vision to be the premiere thought leader and partner in ag innovation is reinforced by our mission to innovate, educate, and outreach by bridging the gap between ideas and practical application, cultivating a culture of continuous learning, and elevating individuals and organizations to adopt advanced ag tech solutions for a more sustainable and efficient future. Strengthened by a team of service driven and abundant thinkers, passionate about agriculture and striving for excellence, we are committed to combining technological advancement with practical solutions, emphasizing Digital Ag's role in driving positive impact in the agricultural industry.
As an Application Technology Lead, you'll have the chance to deploy state-of-the-art technology in agriculture. Our team promotes a learning-based environment where continuous growth and development are highly encouraged. You'll engage with innovative projects that push the boundaries of agricultural engineering and application technology, offering excellent opportunities for professional advancement and making a significant impact on the future of digital agriculture. Specific project areas include drone technologies and ag product application systems (dry and liquid products, seed and chemical), among others. This work will focus on translating technology from early proof of concept (TRL 3) to a system prototype (TRL 7).
Responsibilities may include:
* Lead research, testing, and evaluation of spray system components, including nozzles, pumps, flow control systems, and PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) nozzle technologies.
* Direct experimental programs on targeted and variable-rate spraying, drone-based application systems, and precision delivery technologies.
* Oversee laboratory setup, calibration, and operation of test stands for spray characterization, droplet spectra, and targeted application. Ensure full compliance and data quality associated with test programs and outcomes.
* Integrate biological efficacy testing to link engineering parameters with agronomic outcomes.
* Supervise a team of engineers, research scientists, and graduate students supporting laboratory and field experiments.
* Manage project timelines, deliverables, and budgets to ensure accountability and program success.
* Prepare and oversee Statements of Work (SOWs) and research contracts with industry and institutional partners.
* Develop and oversee high impact educational programs, workshops, and technical bulletins related to agricultural spray technology.
Candidate will be hired as a R&D Engineer IV.
This is an initial three-year term position, with expectation for renewal based on funding.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Position will remain open until filled.
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Level Guidelines
* Expert-level position possessing advanced professional and/or technical skills working under limited or no supervision
* Applies high-level professional knowledge and expertise to focus on ISU's mission and meeting division, department or work unit goals
* Solves complex issues using highly-developed problem resolution skills
* Regularly provides recommendations regarding problems/issues outside the bounds of defined procedures and practices
* Utilizes high-level professional knowledge and expertise to provide guidance, recommendations, and set standards related to strategy, policy, and mission
* Leads projects of moderate to high scope and complexity with broad impact
* May provide supervision to other department staff (i.e., leads a small work team)
Appointment Type:
Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term)
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
January 1, 2029
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Grade:
PS813
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email ********************** or call ************ or Toll Free: **************.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
* Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
* Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
* Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
* Life insurance and long-term disability
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* Various voluntary benefits and discounts
* Employee Assistance Program
* Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
November 6, 2025
Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:
R18089
Auto-ApplyDistinguished Engineer - Spark Infrastructure Architecture
Engineer job in West Des Moines, IA
Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. Come help organizations be their best, while you reach new heights with a team that has your back.
**Meet the Team:**
Our Distinguished Engineer team drives architecture and technical direction for Splunk's $3.5B platform, ingesting petabytes of data for over 95% of the Fortune 100. As a tight-knit group of DEs reporting to the VP of Architecture, we operate autonomously while coordinating closely on practical, durable solutions that evolve the platform for future requirements. Each DE owns cross-organizational domains that shift fluidly as needs arise. Work alongside exceptionally smart engineers who value rigorous thinking and friendly collaboration-this is where the technical future gets defined!
**Impact:**
Architect and operationalize Spark at scale as a core component of Cisco Data Fabric, enabling customers to access and analyze exponentially more data across diverse organizational sources. Build resilient, always-on infrastructure with automatic retry logic, fault tolerance, and seamless integration across myriad data sources and formats including Parquet, Iceberg, and modern table formats. Design the operational backbone-monitoring, observability, error handling, and horizontal scalability-that enables hundreds of engineers to build features confidently on solid foundations. Establish architectural patterns and support mechanisms that ensure high availability while maintaining performance at petabyte scale. Success is measured by customer adoption of data fabric capabilities and operational reliability metrics-uptime, ingestion performance, and incident reduction-that directly impact customer value.
**Minimum Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's in Computer Science (or equivalent) with 15+ years of related experience; or Master's with 12+ years; or PhD with 8+ years or equivalent experience
+ Designed and deployed production Spark deployments at scale in cloud environments
+ Experience with modern data formats including Parquet, Iceberg, and related table/columnar formats
+ Production experience with AWS cloud platform
+ Led technical decisions and architectural direction across engineering organizations of 50+ engineers
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Production experience with Azure and/or GCP cloud platforms
+ Experience integrating with diverse data platforms such as Snowflake, Pinot, Databricks, Trino, or similar systems
+ Extensive Kubernetes experience in production environments
+ Proven track record mentoring and growing engineers, with strong collaboration skills across sponsors, design, product management, and engineering teams
**Why Cisco?**
At Cisco, we're revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect and protect organizations in the AI era - and beyond. We've been innovating fearlessly for 40 years to create solutions that power how humans and technology work together across the physical and digital worlds. These solutions provide customers with unparalleled security, visibility, and insights across the entire digital footprint.
Fueled by the depth and breadth of our technology, we experiment and create meaningful solutions. Add to that our worldwide network of doers and experts, and you'll see that the opportunities to grow and build are limitless. We work as a team, collaborating with empathy to make really big things happen on a global scale. Because our solutions are everywhere, our impact is everywhere.
We are Cisco, and our power starts with you.
**Message to applicants applying to work in the U.S. and/or Canada:**
The starting salary range posted for this position is $267,600.00 to $339,400.00 and reflects the projected salary range for new hires in this position in U.S. and/or Canada locations, not including incentive compensation*, equity, or benefits.
Individual pay is determined by the candidate's hiring location, market conditions, job-related skillset, experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and/or training. The full salary range for certain locations is listed below. For locations not listed below, the recruiter can share more details about compensation for the role in your location during the hiring process.
U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco's plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Please see the Cisco careers site to discover more benefits and perks. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time.
U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco's policies:
+ 10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
+ 1 paid day off for employee's birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
+ Non-exempt employees** receive 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees
+ Exempt employees participate in Cisco's flexible vacation time off program, which has no defined limit on how much vacation time eligible employees may use (subject to availability and some business limitations)
+ 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter, and up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
+ Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
+ Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
For non-sales roles, employees are also eligible to earn annual bonuses subject to Cisco's policies.
Employees on sales plans earn performance-based incentive pay on top of their base salary, which is split between quota and non-quota components, subject to the applicable Cisco plan. For quota-based incentive pay, Cisco typically pays as follows:
+ .75% of incentive target for each 1% of revenue attainment up to 50% of quota;
+ 1.5% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 50% and 75%;
+ 1% of incentive target for each 1% of attainment between 75% and 100%; and
+ Once performance exceeds 100% attainment, incentive rates are at or above 1% for each 1% of attainment with no cap on incentive compensation.
For non-quota-based sales performance elements such as strategic sales objectives, Cisco may pay 0% up to 125% of target. Cisco sales plans do not have a minimum threshold of performance for sales incentive compensation to be paid.
The applicable full salary ranges for this position, by specific state, are listed below:
New York City Metro Area:
$273,200.00 - $442,600.00
Non-Metro New York state & Washington state:
$267,600.00 - $390,300.00
* For quota-based sales roles on Cisco's sales plan, the ranges provided in this posting include base pay and sales target incentive compensation combined.
** Employees in Illinois, whether exempt or non-exempt, will participate in a unique time off program to meet local requirements.
Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.