Summit Engineering, Inc. is a vibrant, multi‐discipline engineering firm with divisions in planning andpermitting, civil, structural, water/wastewater and electrical engineering. We have been selected as one of “The Best Places to Work in the North Bay” for 15 years. We operate on a 9/80 work schedule, which means you have every other Friday off! In addition, employees have the flexibiltiy to work from home one day a week (after a 90 day intro period).

We are currently searching for a qualified Accounting & Payroll Specialist. This position will report to the Controller, and work closely with engineering staff and management throughout the firm. Those applying for this position should have exceptionally strong organizational skills and attention to detail, and be comfortable working in a high‐volume, dynamic environment. We’re looking for someone who is able to take ownership of their job responsibilities, and get their work done both quickly and with a high level of accuracy.

The Accounting & Payroll Specialist Position:
Your day will be fast‐paced and full of variety.

Accounting Responsibilities

• Manage our full‐circle billing cycle for 275+ projects electronically each month
• Maintain, run and file Accounts Payable, including processing employee expense reports
• Prepare cash receipts for deposits daily
• Reconcile credit card statements monthly, and monitor charges throughout month
• Prepare various weekly and monthly reports, including Cash Monitor and AR agingreports
• Assist with sending out client statements and conducting AR collections efforts monthly
• Prepare annual 1099’s and work with Controller to coordinate completion of other yearend tasks
• Prepare annual Sales and Use Tax filings
• Reconcile and replenish petty cash
• Assist staff with creation of project reports in accounting software (Deltek)
• Monitor/respond to accounting email inbox requests throughout the day

Payroll Responsibilities

• Process bi‐weekly, in‐house payroll; deposit taxes and 401k deferrals
• Prepare quarterly and annual State and Federal payroll filings
• Review weekly timesheets of ~40 Employees for compliance with State and Federal labor laws
• Reconcile benefits deductions/expenses each month
• Prepare quarterly 401(k) contribution calculation
• Assist with preparation of annual W‐2’s

Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous experience in accounting and payroll, ideally in an engineering, professional service, or other dynamic company environment
• High degree of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail
• AA degree in Accounting or equivalent experience
• Payroll processing experience; knowledge of payroll taxes and laws
• Previous experience with complex accounting software (Deltek Vision strongly preferred but not required)
• Moderate to advanced computer skills using Excel; Good knowledge of other Microsoft Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to problem solve effectively and multi‐task efficiently

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter through this website, or email to recruiting@summit-sr.com.

At Summit Engineering we care.  We are looking for a candidate who wants to join a team that is built upon trust and a commitment to respectful relationships.  We believe that by putting clients’ needs at the forefront of our firm decision making, and delivering excellence in our work, our team will flourish.  We are seeking someone who is optimistic, committed to personal and professional growth and has the utmost integrity.  If that is you, please read on. 

The Job

Summit Engineering, Inc. is a multi-disciplined design engineering firm located in the heart of beautiful Sonoma County (Santa Rosa, CA.)  Our Civil, Wastewater, Structural and Electrical/Lighting and Planning Divisions provide consulting engineering services for winery, brewery, high end residential, resort, and other commercial projects. Our Civil Engineering division is currently are recruiting for Project Engineer with strong technical skills and site development experience. 

This Civil Project Engineer is responsible for preparing all aspects of a construction document package and capable of independently making design decisions. The Project Engineer prepares engineering analysis, design, and calculation. They work with dynamic design teams including landscape architects, land use planners, attorneys, owners, winemakers, and facility managers. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D is critical.  Areas of design work include sustainable site design, stormwater mitigation measures, grading, utility layout, pavement design, roadway geometry as well as hydraulic, hydrologic and earthwork calculations.

Requirements

• BS Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 4-8 years engineering experience showing progressively increasing responsibility.
• California P.E. (or in process of obtaining with a completed EIT).
• Technical expertise in site development, grading, drainage and utilities.
• Experience using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.  The candidate should be skilled with the capabilities and operations of Civil 3D for
• lding surfaces, performing grading, laying out utilities, building corridors and cutting profiles and sections.
• Experience using hydrology and hydraulic design software such as Hydroflow, Storm and Sanitary Analysis, and HEC-RAS.
• QSD/QSP certification and QISP certifications ideal.
• Knowledge of sustainable site design practices.
• Proficient with the use of spreadsheets, word processing, and engineering software and ability to prepare electronic design calculation documents.
• Ability to work collaboratively on a project team, and to solve problems, complete assigned tasks efficiently, and exercise sound engineering judgment.

• Note: We are also interested in speaking with entry level staff engineer candidates, as well as more experienced Project Managers.

Summit Engineering is consistently voted as one of the "Top Companies to Work For" in the North Bay. We operate on a 9/80 schedule, which means you have every other Friday off. Our employees also have the flexibility to work from home one day a week (after a 90 day orientation period).

We'd love to hear from you!  Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are interested and qualified for this position!

Summit Engineering, Inc. is looking for talented electrical and lighting design engineers. Various levels of experience will be considered. We are an award winning multi-disciplined design engineering firm located in the heart of beautiful Sonoma County (Santa Rosa, CA). Summit’s Electrical/Lighting division provides consulting engineering services for winery, brewery, high end residential, resort, commercial office, and other clients.

• Collaborate with architects and clients on the design of the lighting and power distribution aspects of building projects such as wineries, commercial, health care, and high end residential.
• Create design and specifications of the following (but not limited to) systems: power distribution, emergency power systems, alternate power energy systems (PV, battery storage), lighting design, lighting controls, and low voltage signal systems (telecom/AV/security systems/fire alarm).
• Coordination with power and telecom utility companies.
• Prepare electrical construction documents and technical specifications.
• Perform construction phase assistance including site visits and field reports. Respond to requests for information (RFI’s) and review equipment submittals and shop drawings.

Skills/Qualifications

• Experienced in the design of electrical and lighting systems in the building types and market sectors similar to those we serve.
• Understanding of design components such as electrical distribution diagrams, short circuit, electrical room layouts, voltage drop calculates, lighting fixture design/layout, fixture schedules, control diagrams, and local and state building energy codes.
• Proficiency with lighting design software programs (AGI, Visual or similar), AutoCAD and REVIT, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Knowledge of building and electrical codes including California Title 24 Energy Standards.
• Ability to work on multiple projects at any given time, train and mentor staff, and act as a firm representative to our clients.
• B.S. Degree in Architectural or Electrical Engineering with an emphasis in power distribution, lighting design and electrical building systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or FE with ability to pursue PE.

Note: We are also interested in entry level Staff Engineer candidates, as well as more experienced Project Managers.

Our Culture

Summit Engineering, Inc. is consistently on the “Best Places to Work” award list. Besides regular benefits, our employees enjoy things like a weekly breakfast, monthly Wine Downs, community service/volunteer opportunities, and Fun Committee activities throughout the year, continued education, and more. Plus we work on a 9/80 schedule, which means you have every other Friday off. In addition, employees have the flexibility to work from home one day a week (after an initial 90-day orientation period).

At Summit, we work hard; we have fun; we have high expectations of ourselves and one another, and help each other to achieve those expectations. We enjoy our work and we like our clients. We dress casually. We treat each other with respect. We have a sense of humor. We are on time. We understand people have full lives. We trust one another. We don’t whine, but we do wine. We think this is an awesome place to work.

To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter, letting us know why you are interested and qualified!

Summit Engineering, Inc. is a multi-disciplined design engineering firm located in Santa Rosa, CA. We provide consulting engineering services for winery, brewery, high end residential, resort, and other commercial projects. We have been selected as one “Top Companies to Work For” in the North Bay fifteen times. We operate on a 9/80 schedule, which means you have every other Friday off. In addition, our employees have the flexibility to work from home one day a week (after an initial 90 day orientation period).

The Job

As a Project Engineer in our Structural Division, you will be responsible for executing engineering and design tasks with a high degree of independence, collaborating with staff engineers as needed to complete their work. Engineers in this position develop construction documents, calculations, specifications, and technical engineering reports.

The job requires an emphasis in low rise, high complexity buildings that involve common construction material such as steel, concrete, wood, and masonry, and uncommon materials such as aluminum, and stainless steel. Design and drafting using AutoCAD and Revit will be a responsibility of this position.

The selected applicant will gain experience in permitting within the North Coast and beyond. They will also have opportunities to take on increasing responsibility and independence commensurate with their abilities and initiative.

The Requirements

· B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an emphasis in Structural.

· CA Professional Engineering license (P.E.).

· 3 to 5 years of experience showing successively increasing responsibility.

· Experience in the design of wood-framed, concrete and steel-framed structures, including commercial and high-end residential projects.

· Experience using AutoCAD and/or Revit.

· Ability to work on several projects concurrently.

· Ability to focus on the details of a project while understanding the big picture from the project team perspective.

· Strong verbal and written communication skills.

· Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on a project team, with demonstrated time management skills.

Note: We are also interested in entry level staff engineer candidates, as well as experienced Project Managers.

Our Culture

At Summit, we work hard; we have fun; we have high expectations of ourselves and one another, and help each other to achieve those expectations. We enjoy our work and we like our clients. We dress casually. We treat each other with respect. We have a sense of humor. We are on time. We understand people have full lives. We trust one another. We don’t whine, but we do wine. We think this is an awesome place to work. Besides regular benefits, our employees enjoy things like a weekly breakfast, monthly Wine Downs, community service/volunteer opportunities, and Fun Committee activities throughout the year, continued education, and more.

TO APPLY: Please submit your resume with a cover letter explaining your reason for interest in this position to recruiting@summit-sr.com.

Make a splash in our Water/Wastewater Engineering Division! Summit Engineering is seeking an experienced project engineer with education in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or other related technical engineering disciplines.

In the heart of Sonoma County in Santa Rosa, CA, our firm works primarily with wineries, breweries, food and beverage facilities, resorts, municipal systems, residences, and commercial projects. Our Water/Wastewater division provides engineering design for many diverse wastewater processes such as waste to energy, high-rate wastewater treatment including membrane bioreactors, anaerobic digestion, and nutrient control and recovery as well as water treatment systems including filtration, disinfection, reverse osmosis, and resource recovery to reduce water /energy usage and pollutant discharges.

The wastewater project engineer position offers professional growth, including an opportunity to develop into project management if desired. The project engineer will be responsible for specific engineering and design tasks on project teams, utilizing your education, training, and experience to solve engineering problems.

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

• BS or MS Degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical or other related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of experience showing successively increased responsibility.
• Aptitude/experience with fundamentals of micro-biological processes, kinetics, and water-wastewater chemistry.
• Equipment design experience including pumps, blowers, compressors, and aeration equipment.
• Operations/system start-up experience is a plus.
• Strong math/modeling skills to perform to mass balances.
• Experience using AutoCAD and /or Civil 3D.
• Ability to create P&ID drawings, understand controls integration, and write control narratives.
• A California Professional Engineering license (P.E.), or in the process of obtaining.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Our Company and our Culture:

At Summit Engineering we highly value our staff, and our staff love clocking into work every day! Our firm has been voted in the North Bay Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work” fifteen times. We operate on a 9/80 schedule allowing every other Friday off Employees also have the flexibility to work from home one day a week (after an initial 90 day orientation period). We provide weekly breakfasts, monthly “Wine Downs”, community service opportunities and a commitment to high quality work and long-term client relationships, Summit Engineering is the pinnacle of playing hard and working hard.

We are a close network of committed professionals. We work hard. We have fun. We have high expectations of ourselves and one another and help each other to achieve those expectations. We enjoy our work and we like our clients. We dress casually. We treat each other with respect. We have a sense of humor. We are on time. We understand people have full lives. We trust one another. We don't whine, but we do wine. We think this is an awesome place to work.

 To apply, send your resume and cover letter to recruiting@summit-sr.com.