Posted 7/23/10

What do you value in your next job?

At the Orange County Sanitation District our Core Values form the framework of our organization and reinforce our professional work ethic. If the following values ring true with you, we’d love to invite you to explore our career opportunities further.

Honesty, Trust, & Respect
We aspire to the highest degree of integrity, honesty, trust, and respect in our interaction with each other, our suppliers, our customers, and our community.

Teamwork & Problem Solving
We strive to reach OCSD goals through cooperative efforts and collaboration with each other and our constituencies. We work to solve problems in a creative, cost-effective and safe manner, and we acknowledge team and individual efforts.

Leadership & Commitment
We lead by example, acknowledging the value of our resources and using them wisely and safely to achieve our objectives and goals. We are committed to act in the best interest of our employees, our organization, and our community.

Learning/Teaching - Talents, Skills and Abilities
We continuously develop ourselves, enhancing our talents, skills, and abilities, knowing that only through personal growth and development will we continue to progress as an agency and as individuals.

Recognition/Rewards
We seek to recognize, acknowledge and reward contributions to OCSD by our many talented employees.

OCSD is currently looking to fill the role of a CMMS Technician II.

Under general direction, the CMMS Technician II will perform a variety of technical level duties related to the administration of the District’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).   Major duties will include the administration of IBM-Maximo; creation of asset records and preventive maintenance schedules; creation and updates to equipment information datasheets (EID); creation and maintenance of both scheduled and ad-hoc reports; data analysis to support internal projects and database management; procedure and standards development; and development and deployment of training and training materials related to CMMS to support both the Joint Operating and Capital Improvement budgets. In addition, the selected candidate will gather/research technical information and prepare reports/analysis related to Engineering construction projects or existing installations, control systems, process systems, piping systems, electrical systems, collections infrastructure, and facility infrastructure.
 
The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED supplemented by college level or trade school course work in a skilled trade.  This position requires a minimum of six (6) years of experience including two (2) years comparable to  a CMMS Technician I with the District, and four (4) years of journey-level experience performing duties related to a skilled trade including maintaining, repairing, and installing equipment supplemented by experience with computer systems.  Working knowledge, including administration experience with Maximo V5.x, V6.x, V7.x or other major CMMS application (MRO, DataStream, SAP, and Hansen) is required.  Working knowledge of electrical and instrumentation principles and practices, principles of hydraulic and pneumatic control systems, preventive and predictive maintenance practices, and occupational hazards and standard safety practices is important.  The ability to read and understand instrument control diagrams, electrical single line diagrams, and P&ID diagrams is necessary.  Knowledge of MS Office, knowledge of MS Access or other RDBMS is desirable.  Proficiency in MS Excel is required. The ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply the results to MS Excel spreadsheets or reports is required. The ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, and prepare training, procedural documents, and detailed reports is required. The selected candidate must be able to work within the treatment plant environment in order to research equipment/process information or apply physical tags to process equipment. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required.

Closing Date/Time: Fri 8/6/10 5:00 PM Pacific Time 

Salary: $37.20 - $45.22 Hourly

Apply Online At:  www.ocsd.com

Benefits:  Personal leave; eleven paid holidays and one floating holiday; group life insurance; group disability insurance; group health insurance (employee contribution is required), dependent coverage available, including medical, dental, and vision; a retirement plan (Orange County Employees Retirement System) and the option of participating in a deferred compensation plan as well as other optional benefits.  A credit union is available. Benefits are subject to the Board of Directors' periodic determination (usually annually) and the meet and confer process, and are therefore subject to change. The District makes a generous contribution toward the cost of these benefits.
 

Posted 730/10

Basic Qualifications:
Must have experience in cost estimating, engineering and/or finance.

Core Competencies:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering or related technical discipline or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Typically possesses four or more years' experience in the field cost estimating and/or Engineering.
- Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with clients, peers and mid-levels of management.
- Demonstrated experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
- Demonstrated experience with transmission line or substation projects.
- Demonstrated experience leading teams.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and accountability while accurately analyzing information and making sound decisions.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience developing and presenting technical and business information in formal and informal internal settings.
- Must demonstrate effective resource and project planning, decision making, results delivery, team building, and staying current with relevant technology and innovation.
- Must demonstrate strong ethics, influence and negotiation, leadership, interpersonal skills, communication, the ability to effectively manage stress and engage in continuous learning.
- Must possess excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, and Excel.

COMMENTS: Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work directly as employees for any employer in the United States without visa sponsorship. This position has been identified as a NERC/CIP impacted position - Prior to being hired, the successful candidate must pass a Personnel Risk Assessment (PRA) or Background Investigation. Once hired, the candidate must complete specified training prior to gaining un-escorted access to assigned work location and performing necessary job duties. Additional testing may be required as part of the selection process for this position.

Preferences:
Master's Degree.
Reactor Operator/Senior Reactor Operator license or Senior Reactor Operator license certification.

Typical Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will report to the manager of Cost Estimating Programs in the Finance group of the Transmission and Distribution Business Unit (TDBU). The primary function of this position is performing in-depth cost analysis, developing recommendations as the Estimating lead on multi-disciplinary teams for small to medium substation and transmission line projects, and providing consulting to address complex cost estimates that lack precedent and require advanced technical knowledge to resolve. Typical responsibilities include coordinating activities for all cost estimates and financial projections, aggregating and validating cost estimates from various organizations throughout Southern California Edison (SCE), applying SCE cost estimating standards to all elements of the estimate, ensuring cost estimates are controlled, updated and communicated per SCE guidelines, using actual data to conduct post mortem analysis to update assumptions and methodologies. The successful candidate will also provide peer review for other cost estimators and perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Edison International and Southern California Edison reserve the right to close or cancel a posting at any time.

To view job at edisonjobs.com please select the "Southern California Edison" or "Edison International" logo.

If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume in confidence by visiting www.edisonjobs.com.

Edison International is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Posted 7/29/10

Basic Qualifications:
Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Economics, Business, Physical Sciences or related technical discipline.
Must have a minimum of seven years experience managing the engineering, construction operation or maintenance of generation projects or managing contractors engaged in these activities.

Core Competencies:
- Demonstrated experience developing spreadsheet based cost and/or operations models for generation technologies and proposed generation projects.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct net present value analysis.
- Demonstrated experience with regulatory practices (e.g. CPUC, CEC, AQMD, NRC).
- Demonstrated experience preparing testimony, responses to data requests or witnesses.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct internet research.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Powerpoint, Excel, and Word.
- Demonstrated experience in the preparation of presentation packages for executive and senior management.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments and adjust to changing priorities.
- Demonstrated experience in the identification and resolution of complex issues often controversial in nature, which may or may not have established precedence.
- Demonstrated ability to make critical technical and business decisions with minimal direction.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to analyze, summarize and recommend ideas and concepts to senior management in a clear, concise, and persuasive manner.
- Must demonstrate the ability to integrate work across relevant areas, develop the business and services to enhance customer satisfaction and productivity, manage risks and safety appropriately, develop and execute business plans, manage information, and provide exceptional service to internal and external customers.
- Must demonstrate effective resource and project planning, decision making, results delivery, team building, and staying current with relevant technology and innovation.
- Must demonstrate ethics, influence and negotiation, leadership, interpersonal skills, communication, the ability to effectively manage stress and engage in continuous learning.

COMMENTS: Additional testing may be required as part of the selection process for this position. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work directly as employees for any employer in the United States without visa sponsorship. The position will be based in Rosemead, but must be able to travel throughout the SCE Service Territory up to 50%. Ability to maintain a valid California driver's license.

Preferences:
Current knowledge of California transmission and generation energy infrastructure.
P.E. License
Master's Degree in Engineering, Economics, Business, Physical Sciences or related technical discipline.
Project Management Certification (e.g. PMP)
Experience with co-generation facilities.

Typical Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for the technical management and construction management for the SCE fuel cell program, including the oversight of SCE engineering and construction contractors.The position, as required, will organize and manage cross functional project teams composed of other project managers and technical specialists from other areas in the review, analysis, and reporting to senior management of generation opportunities (up to $500 million) and industry trends. The senior project manager, as required, will manage the development, preparation of testimony, and litigation of routine and special California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) applications and identify policy issues and recommendations for discussion with steering and policy teams comprised of Directors and senior Vice-Presidents. The position, as required, will manage the development and preparation of SCE's input and responses to regulatory agencies such as California Energy Commission (CEC) at workshops or conferences. In addition, the successful candidate will perform other responsibilities as required.

Edison International and Southern California Edison reserve the right to close or cancel a posting at any time.

To view job at edisonjobs.com please select the "Southern California Edison" or "Edison International" logo.
 
If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume in confidence by visiting www.edisonjobs.com.

Edison International is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted 7/30/10

Basic Qualifications:
Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Economics, Business, Physical Sciences or related technical discipline. Must have a minimum of seven years experience managing projects in the analysis, design, specification, procurement, construction, operation, maintenance or cost estimation of power generation projects.

Core Competencies:
- Demonstrated experience managing the engineering, construction, operation or maintenance of generation projects or managing contractors engaged in these activities.
- Demonstrated experience developing spreadsheet based cost and/or operations models for generation technologies and proposed generation projects.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct net present value analysis.
- Demonstrated experience with California Energy regulatory practices (e.g. CPUC, CEC, AQMD) including experience preparing
testimony, responses to data requests and witnesses.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct internet research.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Powerpoint, Excel, and Word.
- Demonstrated experience in the preparation of presentation packages for executive and senior management.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments and adjust to changing priorities.
- Demonstrated experience in the identification and resolution of complex issues often controversial in nature, which may or may not have established precedence.
- Demonstrated ability to make critical technical and business decisions with minimal direction.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to analyze, summarize and recommend ideas and concepts to senior management in a clear, concise, and persuasive manner.
- Must demonstrate the ability to integrate work across relevant areas, develop the business and services to enhance customer satisfaction and productivity, manage risks and safety appropriately, develop and execute business plans, manage information, and provide exceptional service to internal and external customers.
- Must demonstrate effective resource and project planning, decision making, results delivery, team building, and staying current
with relevant technology and innovation.
- Must demonstrate ethics, influence and negotiation, leadership, interpersonal skills, communication, the ability to effectively
manage stress and engage in continuous learning.

COMMENTS: Additional testing may be required as part of the selection process for this position. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work directly as employees for any employer in the United States without visa sponsorship. The position will be based in Rosemead, but must be able to travel throughout the SCE Service Territory up to 25%. Ability to maintain a valid
California driver's license.

Preferences:
Current knowledge of California transmission and generation energy infrastructure
P.E. License
Master's Degree in Engineering, Economics, Business, Physical Sciences or related technical discipline
Project Management Certification (e.g. PMP)

Typical Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be a point person for SCE's knowledge base of the technical and cost attributes of various generation technologies including both fossil and renewable technologies. The senior project manager will be responsible for managing the participation in ongoing cycles of generation study updates, including look-backs at historical generation technology costs and forecasts of generation technology costs. This individual will organize and manage cross functional project teams composed of other project managers and technical specialists from other areas in the review, analysis, and reporting to senior management of generation opportunities (up to $500 million) and industry trends. The senior project manager will manage the development, preparation of testimony, and litigation of routine and special California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) applications and identify policy issues and recommendations for discussion with steering and policy teams comprised of Directors and senior Vice-Presidents. The position will manage the development and preparation of SCE's input and responses to regulatory agencies such as California Energy Commission (CEC) at workshops or conferences. In addition, the successful candidate will perform other responsibilities as required.

Edison International and Southern California Edison reserve the right to close or cancel a posting at any time.

To view job at edisonjobs.com please select the "Southern California Edison" or "Edison International" logo.
 
If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume in confidence by visiting www.edisonjobs.com.

Edison International is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted 7/30/10

Basic Qualifications:
Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Economics, Business, Physical Sciences or related technical discipline. Must have a minimum of seven years experience managing projects in the analysis, design, specification, procurement, construction, operation, maintenance or cost estimation of power generation projects.

Core Competencies:
- Demonstrated experience managing the engineering, construction, operation or maintenance of generation projects or managing contractors engaged in these activities.
- Demonstrated experience developing spreadsheet based cost and/or operations models for generation technologies and proposed generation projects.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct net present value analysis.
- Demonstrated experience with California Energy regulatory practices (e.g. CPUC, CEC, AQMD) including experience preparing
testimony, responses to data requests and witnesses.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct internet research.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Powerpoint, Excel, and Word.
- Demonstrated experience in the preparation of presentation packages for executive and senior management.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments and adjust to changing priorities.
- Demonstrated experience in the identification and resolution of complex issues often controversial in nature, which may or may not have established precedence.
- Demonstrated ability to make critical technical and business decisions with minimal direction.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to analyze, summarize and recommend ideas and concepts to senior management in a clear, concise, and persuasive manner.
- Must demonstrate the ability to integrate work across relevant areas, develop the business and services to enhance customer satisfaction and productivity, manage risks and safety appropriately, develop and execute business plans, manage information, and provide exceptional service to internal and external customers.
- Must demonstrate effective resource and project planning, decision making, results delivery, team building, and staying current with relevant technology and innovation.
- Must demonstrate ethics, influence and negotiation, leadership, interpersonal skills, communication, the ability to effectively
manage stress and engage in continuous learning.

COMMENTS: Additional testing may be required as part of the selection process for this position. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work directly as employees for any employer in the United States without visa sponsorship. The position will be based in Rosemead, but must be able to travel throughout the SCE Service Territory up to 25%. Ability to maintain a valid
California driver's license.

Preferences:
Current knowledge of California transmission and generation energy infrastructure
P.E. License
Master's Degree in Engineering, Economics, Business, Physical Sciences or related technical discipline
Project Management Certification (e.g. PMP)

Typical Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be a point person for SCE's knowledge base of the technical and cost attributes of various generation technologies including both fossil and renewable technologies. The senior project manager will be responsible for managing the participation in ongoing cycles of generation study updates, including look-backs at historical generation technology costs and forecasts of generation technology costs. This individual will organize and manage cross functional project teams composed of other project managers and technical specialists from other areas in the review, analysis, and reporting to senior management of generation opportunities (up to $500 million) and industry trends. The senior project manager will manage the development, preparation of testimony, and litigation of routine and special California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) applications and identify policy issues and recommendations for discussion with steering and policy teams comprised of Directors and senior Vice-Presidents. The position will manage the development and preparation of SCE's input and responses to regulatory agencies such as California Energy Commission (CEC) at workshops or conferences. In addition, the successful candidate will perform other responsibilities as required.

Edison International and Southern California Edison reserve the right to close or cancel a posting at any time.

To view job at edisonjobs.com please select the "Southern California Edison" or "Edison International" logo.
 
If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume in confidence by visiting www.edisonjobs.com.

Edison International is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted 7/22/10

A boutique, global consulting firm has opened the newly created position of Program Manager.  The ideal candidate for this position has worked in Supply Chain, Procurement, Project Management, Program Management, Manufacturing Operations, or Engineering for a manufacturing company, distribution company, or similar and has strong project management  and program management skills.  Candidates MUST be detail oriented.  The position is located at our headquarters in Aliso Viejo, CA.

We are looking for someone who has a passion for achieving goals and a history of completing projects.  The ideal candidate has 5-9 years of professional experience working in a similar capacity.  This position requires a strong attention to detail and strong interpersonal communication skills.  The ideal candidate has experience working with multiple people in multiple locations working together to achieve a common goal.  International experience and Mandarin Chinese language experience are not required, but are helpful.  Experience working in/with China a HUGE plus.   

Duties

·         Preparing and issuing quotations, responding to requests for proposals and working with vendor and client contracts

·         Basic Contracts, Subcontracts and Project Management experience / training

·         Creating project plans and supporting/managing large scale projects

·         Ability to plan, control and direct activities related to planning and scheduling

·         The ability to document plans, proposals, action plans and present to a technical audience is critical

·         Assist in the ongoing development of a formalized project management system.

·         Work with our global team (China and USA primarily) to manage and grow existing and new projects. 

·         Be responsible for driving projects through the value stream from contract inception to communicating results to client.   

·         Maintain and track performance to schedule and communicate all project details with management. 

·         Collaborate with China team regularly to provide project status updates and communicate achievements/success to customers. 

·         Some morning and evening work will be required

Qualifications & Experience

·         Highly self motivated - quick and capable of working at a technical and management level with minimal supervision

·         Outstanding written, verbal communication; strong presentation and organizational skills; has keen attention to detail

·         Required 5-9 years work experience in related fields.

·         A degree from a 4 year university is preferred, but not required.

·         International experience helpful but not required.

·         Experience with at least one of these industries is required: Electronic Components & Assembly, Consumer Products, Industrial Products, Textiles.

·         Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook is a MUST.

·         Experience with project management tools and software a HUGE plus.

·         Mandarin Chinese Language Skills a plus.

Additional Requirements

Domestic and international travel will be required from time to time – appx 25% travel.

Posted 7/22/10

Project Manager (Telco)
 
Description:

DIRECTV’s Sales and Marketing Operations Team is seeking a Project Manager to join us in our El Segundo, CA offices to drive the execution of the strategic Telco partnerships.

Develop and execute strategic projects to meet Sales and Marketing business objectives.   Areas of focus will include enhancing the sales and customer care systems, integration of customer service call centers and field operations and revamping partner compensation.  The manager is expected to work independently; activities will include working with directly with the Telcos and DIRECTV cross-functional groups (e.g., Sales Operations, IT, Customer Service, Marketing, Finance, etc.) to identify solutions and enhancements for program operations, documenting the associated requirements, policies and system requirements accordingly.
 
Responsibilities:

· Manage day to day activities of project and operation managers supporting the Telcos and ensure all project deliverables and timelines are met.
· Serve as the owner / liaison between the business and all other members of the partner ecosystem.
· Identify, trouble shoot and facilitate quick resolution of operational and customer impacting issues that may arise.  Provide accurate and timely updates to management and impacted cross-functional departments.
· Own risk mitigation and management process.
· Analyze workflow bottlenecks and streamline processes through establishing policies and procedures and system enhancements, as needed.
· Develop and maintain standard project documentation and instill the discipline to direct reports for creation of project plans, agendas, action items lists, business rules/requirements, test cases, etc.
· Prepare launch go/no go checklists, develop detailed business requirements, confirm technical requirements drafted by IT, and create contingency plans.
· Perform and coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) with internal business partners and external partners, manage issue and defect resolution with Telco Partners and DIRECTV IT.
 
Traits for Success:

· Ability to effectively operate within diverse and cross-functional groups
· Strong problem solving and analytical skills, including a qualitative and quantitative skill set
· Sense of urgency when dealing with customer impacting issues or obstacles hitting project timelines
· Leadership qualities, including meeting facilitation, time management, organizational skills and ability to influence others
· Demonstrated success in managing large and small teams alike
· Demonstrated aptitude for analyzing complex issues and developing the appropriate solutions
· Flexibility and the ability to accommodate change
· Excellent communication skills, including ability to tailor communication to audience, develop and present cogent and cohesive perspectives
 
Qualifications:

· Bachelor's Degree and 5-7 years relevant experience (large-scale, multi-disciplinary, project management, sales operations, etc.) required
· Management Consulting background preferred
· Proficiency in standard MS Office applications
· Occasional travel required

How to apply:

Please send resume and salary history/requirements to atmalovani@directv.com.

Posted 5/24/10

As a global specialist in energy management with operations in more than 100 countries, Schneider Electric offers integrated solutions across multiple market segments, including leadership positions in energy and infrastructure, industrial processes, building automation, and data centers/networks, as well as a broad presence in residential applications. Focused on making energy safe, reliable, efficient, productive and green, the company's 114,000 employees achieved sales of more than $25 billion in 2008, through an active commitment to help individuals and organizations "Make the most of their energy."
www.us.schneider-electric.com

Schneider Electric is a market-leading supplier of electrical distribution, industrial control, and automation products, systems and services. Our Energy Solutions Services business is one of our fastest growing segments, and is supported by a competent staff of engineers who are experts in power, automation, and control. The Engineering Services team provides in-depth power systems analysis, testing, troubleshooting, design, and project management in order to ensure that our customers' power systems operate efficiently, reliably, safely, and economically. We have numerous engineering services career opportunities all across the United States.

Schneider Electric is currently recruiting for a Staff Application Engineer/Project Manager. The position will be based out of the Tustin, CA area. Responsibilities of this role include the coordination and monitoring of technical projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring that technical projects are completed on schedule and within budget. Also includes project planning, estimating, execution, implementation and support. The individual will work closely with the customer and internal resources to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of solutions deployed in support of project goals and objectives. Travel approximately 30% to customer sites required. Majority of travel is domestic with possible occasional international travel.

Key Tasks - work closely with internal and external stakeholders and customers in overseeing and coordinating project priorities, scope, resource requirements, and timing of deliverables; assist management with evaluation and development of a project plan and participate in the planning and formulation of design alternatives and solutions; monitor project deliverables and progress through continuous communication with project members and key stakeholders; remain aware of any potential problems and work to mitigate any risks; prepare reports on project progress and problems; ensure projects are completed according to corporate and customer plan.

Qualifications

Essential - US Citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance at sensitive customer sites, such as government and US defense contractor sites. A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent combined with 5+ years of relevant project management work experience. Computer proficiency in MS Project, Office, and Visio. Knowledge of contract documents and ability to clearly understand specifications. Ability to negotiate and manage contractual arrangements. Ability to work and contribute as an effective team player in a fast paced deadline driven environment. Developed interpersonal skills with an ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers of various technical abilities, including experience working with contractors, consultants, and sales staff as required. Ability to self-manage, multi-task and learn new skills quickly. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to travel up to 30% to various customer sites mostly throughout the US

Desirable -PMP Certification. Database skills (SQL). Knowledge and experience in the power distribution and control/automation industry (transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, drives). Experience managing personnel. Knowledge and/or experience of competitor products and services. Knowledge and/or training in applicable OSHA regulations.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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