Why Work For Breen

BREEN DESIGN GROUP is a dynamic, ambitious firm achieving consistent annual revenue growth from its inception in 1997 through the present. A small E-A firm with large capabilities and talented engineering leadership, BREEN's future is bright. Our staff ranges from dynamic LEED AP innovators to senior, licensed engineers with decades of regional, national and international experience. Whether you are a seasoned professional seeking a dynamic, upbeat place to make your mark, or an intern looking for practical experience and professional growth, BREEN is an outstanding place to come to work!

BREEN offers a competitive benefits package.

Current Job Openings

CIVIL ENGINEER

Breen Engineering is looking for an experienced candidate to serve as a Civil Engineer in our Torrance, California office. This position would act as the lead project engineer for varied development projects.
The Civil Engineer candidate will be capable of managing their own projects, meeting schedules and deliverable dates as necessary, while also being an integral leader and project manager in the Breen Civil Department.  This position affords the candidate the opportunity to not only work on new and exciting projects, but also to expand their skills and knowledge in the realm of project pursuits, client management, and project management.

​Responsibilities
Various anticipated tasks include:

• Engineering design including grading, utilities and horizontal control for commercial site development and street improvement projects.
• Performing engineering calculations and analyses including but not limited to earthwork, drainage flow, storm water treatment, and sewer capacity analysis.
• Implementation of Low Impact Development on project designs. 
• Management of projects, as well as junior engineers, designers, drafters, and clients.
• Construction Document preparation and specification preparation to accompany construction documents.
• Development of Erosion Control Plans, SWPPP’s and WQMP’s. 
• Proposal preparation and resource budgeting for projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited four-year university with at least five years of experience in related design work is preferred
• A professional engineering license in Civil Engineering from the State of California is preferred, but not required.
• A QSD/QSP qualification is similarly preferred, but not required.
• Proficient knowledge of AutoCAD is required, while experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D is preferred.

architectural job captain

BREEN Design Group is seeking a full-time Job Captain who can grow with the firm and contribute to the production work in preparing construction documents and help support the architectural team. Primary work tasks will include, drafting and development of design, field investigation, coordination with engineers, clients, and regulatory agencies, performing site analysis, and providing support to the architectural & engineering team.
Essential Responsibilities

1. Primarily responsible for project production from concept through construction documents.
2. Responsible for implementing project specific design and program requirements.
3. Coordination with consultants/engineering disciplines.
4. Mark-up plans and delegate and distribute tasks to drafters / consultants.
5. Frequent communication with clients, agencies and consultants regarding progress of work and ensure project schedules.
6. Coordination with team regarding milestones and plan check submittals for permitting process.
7. Review of shop drawings, project submittals, and responding to request for information, etc. with contractors during contract administration and attend periodic construction meetings.

 
Skills

1. A motivated self-starter who is able to handle multiple fast-paced projects simultaneously. Able to interface with clients, consultants and agencies.
2. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or equivalent.
2. 3-7 years working in an architectural firm with hands-on experience on preparing construction documents and plan submittals to agencies.
3. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and Microsoft applications office a must.
4. Proficiency in Sketchup is a plus.
5. Experience with DSA school projects is a plus.
6. Basic knowledge of Building Construction & Systems.
7. Basic CA Building Code knowledge.
8. Authorized to work legally in the U.S. without sponsorship.

senior Electrical engineer/Designer

​Candidates for the Senior Electrical Engineer / Designer position should be experienced in the evaluation, design and construction of electrical systems across a broad market spectrum including educational, residential, commercial and industrial facilities. The candidate should also be well versed in building code analysis and interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Project/client management
• Preparing CAD/REVIT generated construction drawings and specifications
• Conferring with engineering staff and other personnel to identify and resolve problems
• Planning, scheduling, or coordinating construction project activities to meet deadlines; working directly with clients
• Assist as a quality assurance/ quality control resource
  
• Meeting with clients to coordinate electrical systems with other project elements
• Managing multiple projects towards successful completion

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience designing lighting and lighting control, electrical distribution, fire alarm and standby generator systems
• Ability to identify applicable codes in project-specific jurisdictions
• AutoCAD proficient
• Revit experience preferred
• P.E. license required
• Experience with industry standard software including Microsoft products, AGi32, EnergyPro. Etc.
• Basic knowledge of all disciplines regarding their general requirements for standard types of projects for discussions with Owners, Contractors, Code Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), and clients.
• Reviews project deliverables
• Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks and deadlines through completion
• Monitors timely response for electrical RFIs and Shop Drawing reviews
• Mentor staff (face-to-face)
• Monitors progress of projects and client satisfaction
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

​Electrical Designer

• ​Candidates for Electrical Designers should be experienced to support the design and engineering of building type projects of various scale and complexity including; Hotels, High-End Residential, Mixed-Use Multi-Family Developments, Commercial and Retail. The successful candidate will apply electrical engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to the process and expect to constantly advance their design capabilities. Documents will be produced using AutoCAD.

 
Responsibilities

• Assist in completing plans, specifications, and other technical drawings in an efficient and timely manner
• Preparing CAD/Revit generated drawings and specifications intended for construction
• Draft and assist in designing working drawings, wiring diagrams, wiring connections specification and cross-sections of underground cables, as required for instructions to installation crew
• Planning, scheduling, or coordinating construction project activities to meet deadlines
• Managing multiple projects towards successful completion
• Assures that drawings and designs are in accordance with company production and design standards

Qualifications

• Associates degree in drafting, design technology or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 5 or more years of relevant design
• Proficient in the use of computer for design and must understand CAD/BIM operations
• Experience with industry standard software including Microsoft products, AGi32, EnergyPro. Etc.
• Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices relating to appropriate discipline, including both design and construction
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers, vendors, and clients

Understanding and knowledge of applicable codes

PLUMBING SENIOR DESIGNER

​Candidates for the Senior Plumbing Designer position should be experienced in the evaluation, design, and construction of plumbing systems across a broad market spectrum including commercial and industrial facilities. The candidate should also be well versed in building code analysis and interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of building plumbing systems
• Perform required calculations, design and equipment selections
• Prepare field notes, feasibility studies, cost analyses, and specifications
• Work with a team of plumbing design professionals
• Complete technical and investigative reports to support forensic findings and prepare materials related to presentations
• Interface with clients and attend meetings
• Assist in the preparation of proposals
• Market engineering services and develop business for plumbing / mechanical engineering
• Assist with the growth and development of the plumbing engineering practice

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 10-15+ years of experience
• Strong writing skills
• Experience with mechanical investigation/design of buildings and HVAC systems, as well as interest in litigation support and insurance claims evaluations, is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to satisfy clients
• Strong verbal communication skills
  
• CPD preferred

Plumbing Designer

​Candidates for Plumbing Designers should be experienced to support the design and engineering of building type projects of various scale and complexity; Hotels, High-End Residential, Mixed-Use, Commercial, and Retail. The successful candidate will apply mechanical engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to the process and expect to constantly advance their design capabilities. Documents will be produced using AutoCAD.
 
Responsibilities

• Design and layout of engineering drawings within the Plumbing and Fire Protection specialties.
• Preparation of complete Plumbing and Fire Protection calculations including water supply, storm drainage, and equipment sizing.
• Design Plumbing systems including sanitary waste and vent, storm water, domestic water distribution systems and natural gas distribution systems.
• Design, size, select, schedule, and specify basic Plumbing system components to include fixtures, specialties, and equipment.
• Design and select fire protection systems and equipment.

• Qualifications
• Knowledgeable in consulting engineering and construction practices including preparation of plans, specifications, in both design/bid and design/build scenarios.
• Knowledgeable of construction administration roles and responsibilities including submittal review, RFI responses, site visits and field reports.
• Works to keep errors to a minimum by developing construction documents that are code compliant and constructible using standard industry practices.
• Help to create realistic design schedules while identifying, reacting and communicating immediately to symptoms before they become larger problems.
• Provide technical CAD and BIM production services using AutoCAD and Revit.
• The qualified candidate will be a team member who can function independently, collaborate on a team level, manage multiple projects and assignments, and contribute to the growth of JSE.
• 5+ years' relevant experience

CPD preferred

MECHANICAL (HVAC) SENIOR DESIGNER

​Candidates for the Senior HVAC Designer position should be experienced in the evaluation, design, and construction of HVAC and plumbing systems across a broad market spectrum including commercial and industrial facilities. The candidate should also be well versed in building code analysis and interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of building mechanical and HVAC systems
• Perform required calculations, design and equipment selections
• Prepare field notes, feasibility studies, cost analyses, and specifications
• Work with a team of HVAC design professionals
• Complete technical and investigative reports to support forensic findings and prepare materials related to presentations
• Interface with clients and attend meetings
• Assist in the preparation of proposals
• Market engineering services and develop business for mechanical engineering
• Assist with the growth and development of the mechanical engineering practice

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Architectural/HVAC Engineering
• 10-15+ years of experience
• Strong writing skills
• Experience with mechanical investigation/design of buildings and HVAC systems, as well as interest in litigation support and insurance claims evaluations, is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to satisfy clients
• Strong verbal communication skills

​MECHANICAL (HVAC) DESIGNER

Candidates for HVAC Designers should be experienced to support the design and engineering of building type projects of various scale and complexity; Hotels, High-End Residential, Mixed-Use, Commercial, and  Retail. The successful candidate will apply mechanical engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to the process and expect to constantly advance their design capabilities. Documents will be produced using AutoCAD.
 
Responsibilities

• Performing heating and cooling load calculations, heat transfer, pressure calculations, and equipment selections as related to building engineered systems
• Developing system options and making recommendations for improvement
• System’s evaluations, analysis and reporting, including energy analysis and life cycle cost analysis
• Providing HVAC design support for engineering studies and analysis, equipment sizing/selection, code review, field investigations, and various other tasks related to the design of HVAC systems
• Coordinating design elements with other design disciplines and Architecture
• Working with AutoCAD in production of HVAC design drawings
  

​​Qualifications

• Qualified candidates should be BSME, or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of experience FE or PE, PE not required
• Proficiency with AutoCAD is required
• Candidate must show excellent communication skills and be eager to take on new challenges

STRUCTURAL DESIGNER/ENGINEER 

​BREEN Design Group is looking for a skilled candidate to be a Structural designer/engineer in our Torrance, California office.  This position would the candidate to provide structural engineering design, analysis, calculation, drawings, and field survey work for new construction, alterations and renovations.
 
Qualifications include:

1. B.S. in Structural/Civil Engineering, with an M.S. in Structural Engineering preferred. 
2. 5+ years of experience in structural engineering; Professional Engineering License preferred. 
3. Strong computer skills in Excel, Word, AutoCAD, RISA, ENERCALC, RAM, etc. required. 
4. Strong knowledge of ACI 318 Concrete Design, AISC LRFD/ASD Steel Design, NDS Wood Design, ASCE 7 Minimum Design Loads required. 
5. Authorized to work legally in the U.S. without sponsorship.

The successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be well-organized and self-disciplined with good independent problem solving skills.

CIVIL ENGINEERING DESIGNER

​BREEN Design Group is looking for a skilled candidate to be a Civil Engineering Designer in our Torrance, California office. This position would require the candidate to act in a supporting capacity to a lead project engineer and serve as a focal point for design on development projects.

​Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the lead project engineer, the Civil Engineering Designer will handle various aspects of engineering design, including:

1. Grading, utilities and horizontal control for commercial site development and street improvement projects
2. Wet utility design and profiles (storm drain, sewer, and fire services)
3. Storm water treatment calculations and reports for Low Impact Design and SUSMP compliance
4. ADA requirements and design
5. SWPPP reports and erosion control
6. Earthwork calculations

 
The Civil Engineering Designer will be tasked with design of projects from the research and planning stages, through the development of design and coordination with other disciplines, into final construction documents, and eventually construction administration, including site visits and confirmation of construction performed.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited four-year university with one year of experience in related design work or similar internship experience preferred.
2. Successful completion of the Engineer In Training (EIT) exam is preferred, but not required. 
3. Experience with AutoCAD is highly preferred, however, those with minimal or no experience may be considered.

1. Authorized to work legally in the U.S. without sponsorship.

ASSISTANT CAD MANAGER​

Breen Engineering is looking for an assistant CAD Manager to aid in the production of quality drawings. This position will include drafting, reviewing drawings and programming as necessary to accomplish this goal.​

​Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Checking drawings against current CAD Standards
• Training staff in regards to CAD Standards, using new tools that are developed
• Drafting as needed
• Plotting as needed
• Testing LISP routines
• Testing our custom software
• Debugging LISP Routines
• Debugging our custom software
• Developing LISP Routines
• Developing our custom software

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited four-year university with at least five years of experience in related work is preferred.
• Ability to understand CAD Standards and how to apply them
• A high degree of familiarity with the following software programs:
  • AutoCAD
  • Revit
  • Microsoft Office
  • Bluebeam
• It is preferred that you also know:
  • How to program in one or more of the following languages:
    • AutoLISP
    • Xojo
    • Visual Studio
    • VBA for Microsoft Office

junior structural drafter

BREEN Design Group is currently seeking Junior-level Structural Drafter. The candidate must be proficient with AutoCAD, with prior experience in the structural drafting and detailing.

Responsibilities

1. Creating and modifying structural drawings using AutoCAD, based on hand-drawn sketches, marked-up pdf files, and/or verbal instructions.
2. Develops necessary plans and details with limited supervision.
3. Ensure that the deliverables and are on schedule, complete and meet company's QA requirements.

Qualifications

1. Drafting Diploma or Certificate, Associate Degree in an engineering design related technology preferred.
2. 2+ years of structural drafting experience using AutoCAD.
3. Ability to interpret structural, architectural, civil, and MEP drawings.
4. Knowledge and understanding of standard practices and principles for structural drafting and detailing.
5. Knowledge of US standards for concrete, steel, masonry, and wood construction, especially for projects located in CA.
   
6. Authorized to work legally in the U.S. without sponsorship.

architectural intern

BREEN Design Group is seeking an Architectural Intern who can grow with the firm and contribute to the development of project documents. Work tasks will include, but not limited to, AutoCAD drafting, field measuring, doing research and assist in managing project specifications, assist the Architect and/or Project Manager in securing necessary permit approvals, preparing and keeping records of project meeting notes, and providing support to the architectural team for tasks in the office.
Responsibilities

1. Visit job sites to field measure and collect data for design requirements.
2. Perform AutoCAD drafting support in preparing floorplans, schedules, diagrams and detail drawings from Architect’s sketches or notes using AutoCAD. Revit is a plus.
3. Read blueprints, as-builts and be able to interpret civil, structural, mechanical, plumbing and electrical engineering drawings.
4. Understand drawing changes and able to coordinate and modify related drawings.
5. Assist Architect in preparing meeting notes, project programming and project specifications.
6. Assist Architect in doing technical reports, submittal reviews and documentation.
7. Assist the Architect in documenting correspondences with clients, agencies and consultants regarding progress of work and answering questions.
8. Assist Architect and/or Job Captain in coordinating with consultants/engineering disciplines.
9. Understand company CAD standards and set-up.
10. Research products and materials for implementation into the architectural design.
11. Attend project meetings and provide project status updates to Architect.
12. Perform basic analytical tasks and calculations

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Skills

1. Basic hand drawing and building model skills.
2. Strong organizational, written, and communication skills, and strong attention to detail.
3. A self-starter and able to multi-task.
4. Desire to learn and educate oneself for self-improvement.
5. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
6. Motivated and can be flexible in order to meet deadlines.

 
Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or related field of study.
2. Minimum of 2 years’ experience working for an architectural firm doing AutoCAD drafting work is required.
3. Must be proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Outlook and Bluebeam. Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp and Adobe Photoshop is a plus.
4. Basic knowledge of architectural building systems.
5. Willingness to work on a variety of building types.
6. Strong technical background and creative skills.
7. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
8. Committed to building a long-term professional career.

office coordiNATOR

BREEN Design Group is looking for a vibrant, organized and competent individual to join our team!
As Office Coordinator, you would help us with daily office and clerical tasks ensuring that the office operations run smoothly. We expect the right candidate to possess phenomenal communication skills and should be comfortable dealing with people.
Enthusiasm, and the ability to carry out administrative duties with accuracy and speed, contribute to the success in supporting other business activities and add maximum value to the organization.
Office Coordinator responsibilities include:

1. Help other teams with basic administrative tasks such as redirecting calls, disseminating correspondence, scheduling meetings
2. Meet and support visitors when they arrive at the office
3. Ensure that office workflow procedures are followed with maximum efficiency
4. Manage files and records with the help of filing systems
5. Control office expenditures and office contracts including copier, plotter maintenance
6. Undertake basic bookkeeping activities and update the accounting system
7. Respond to customer complaints or issues
8. Manage office supplies inventory and place orders
9. Participate in client and vendor relationship management

Office Coordinator requirements are:

1. 3+ years' experience of working on an Office Coordinator or other relevant position
2. Significant experience with basic bookkeeping principles and office management systems and procedures
3. Excellent knowledge of MS Office
4. Good practical experience with office equipment
5. Experience in customer service
6. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with good patience and professionalism
7. Organized and reliable with prioritizing and multi-tasking abilities
8. Associate’s or College degree; BSc or BA in business administration or other relevant area will be a bonus

MARKETING COORDINATOR

​BREEN Design Group is looking for a vibrant, organized and competent individual to join our team!  As Marketing Coordinator, you would support our overall marketing and business development efforts.
Marketing Coordinator responsibilities include:

1. Coordinating, developing, and producing proposals, qualifications, and other marketing materials, such as presentations and brochures.
2. Coordinating communication activities, including email campaigns, website updates, and social media platforms,
3. Maintaining accurate database information used for proposals and projects,
4. Assisting with external business development efforts, which may include special events, conferences, etc.

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Marketing Coordinator - Required Skills:

1. Minimum education: Associate degree or equivalent to three years of relevant work experience. Degrees in related fields, such as Journalism, Communications, English, Business, or related field, from an accredited university, a plus.
2. Experience/knowledge of Microsoft programs (Teams, Word, Excel, OneDrive, SharePoint)
3. Intermediate experience/knowledge of Adobe programs, including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
4. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
5. Must be able to work independently as well as with a variety of teams in a deadline-driven environment
6. Ability to assist with technical writing and editing a plus 

Ideal candidates should have 2 to 3 years’ A/E/C industry experience in marketing coordinating.

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