Mechanical Engineer
Newark, DE · On-site
Troubleshoots mechanical design, performance, and reliability issues using sound engineering principles * Works directly with vendors, suppliers, and equipment manufacturers to resolve mechanical ...
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Mechanical Engineer
Newark, DE · On-site
Troubleshoots mechanical design, performance, and reliability issues using sound engineering principles * Works directly with vendors, suppliers, and equipment manufacturers to resolve mechanical ...
Director of Performance Nutrition
Newark, DE · On-site
$44K - $50.30K/yr
Manage administrative needs, programming needs and food budget for the Sports Nutrition budget ... Represent Performance Nutrition and Sport Performance at weekly Team X departmental leader meetings ...
Director of Performance Nutrition
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Electrical Engineer
Newark, DE · On-site
In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI ... Chemours is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our growing Chemours Newark Area Technology Team!
Electrical Engineer
Newark, DE · On-site
In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI ... Chemours is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our growing Chemours Newark Area Technology Team!
In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI ... Chemours is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our growing Chemours Newark Area Technology Team!
In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI ... Chemours is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our growing Chemours Newark Area Technology Team!
Director of Performance Nutrition
$44K - $50.30K/yr
Manage administrative needs, programming needs and food budget for the Sports Nutrition budget ... Represent Performance Nutrition and Sport Performance at weekly Team X departmental leader meetings ...
Director of Performance Nutrition
$44K - $50.30K/yr
Manage administrative needs, programming needs and food budget for the Sports Nutrition budget ... Represent Performance Nutrition and Sport Performance at weekly Team X departmental leader meetings ...
Associate, DevOps Engineer
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Associate, DevOps Engineer
$51.25 - $70/hr
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What Is Performance Engineering?
Performance engineering is the development of software solutions for specific business problems. As a performance engineer, your responsibilities are to identify issues, whether for a particular company or an industry, and develop software that directly addresses them. To become a performance engineer, you need a bachelor’s degree in computer science or computer engineering, two to five years of information technology (IT) work experience, and excellent problem solving skills. Organizations like HyPerformix offer professional certifications, like their Enterprise Performance Engineering program, which can significantly boost your qualifications. Your additional job duties include performing routine maintenance and service, experimenting with possible solutions in the test environment, and monitoring system performance.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Performance Engineer, and why are they important?
What are some common challenges Performance Engineers face when optimizing complex systems?
What is a Performance Engineer?
What is the difference between Performance Engineer vs Software Test Engineer?
| Aspect | Performance Engineer | Software Test Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | Optimizing system performance, load testing, scalability | Functional testing, bug identification, feature validation |
| Required Skills | Performance testing tools, scripting, system analysis | Test case design, automation, defect tracking |
| Work Environment | Development teams, QA, DevOps | QA teams, development teams |
| Certifications | Performance testing certifications (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner) | ISTQB, software testing certifications |
Performance Engineers focus on system performance, scalability, and load testing, ensuring applications run efficiently under stress. Software Test Engineers primarily verify functionality and identify bugs. While both roles require testing skills, Performance Engineers specialize in performance metrics and optimization, making their roles complementary but distinct.

$82.50K - $109.90K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement
Posted 19 days ago
MasTec rating
7.4
Based on 149 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
37th of 77 rated construction
Job description
MasTec Professional Services provides end-to-end engineering, design, and integrated services to the power, oil & gas pipeline, and gas distribution industries across the country. With a genesis in construction and a skilled team of multidiscipline engineers and project management professionals, the company delivers best-in-class infrastructure solutions, including design, asset integrity management, feasibility studies, surveys, constructability reviews, turnkey delivery services, and more. MasTec Professional Services creates collaborative partnerships with clients by building trust and consistently delivering the highest standards of performance.
MasTec Professional Services is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.
MasTec Professional Services is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. MPS is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.
Job Summary
Design complex underground piping projects in urban and rural environments in compliance with client's engineering and construction specifications, field engineering of project requirements, identification of conflicting utilities, engineering and design calculations, and work permit development.
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities
- Work with Lead Engineer to complete gas engineering projects including calculations, design & constructability reviews, work procedures and Bill of Materials.
- Setting and maintaining technical practices
- Work with complex CAD software to draft products and specialized equipment to create utility systems.
- Prioritize tasks, establish and adhere to deadlines, and create timelines for work completion.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills as well as the ability to adapt to change.
- Ability to collaborate with engineers, designers, supervisors, financial experts, and project team members.
- Researches and implements design improvements.
- Create solutions and make necessary modifications to existing systems.
- Provide quality control and documentation for processes.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety throughout a project’s lifespan.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering
- Computer proficient including AutoCAD, Adobe and MS Office.
- EIT or PE license a plus
- Experience in Gas Design a plus
Physical Demands and Work Environment
This job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand-eye coordination. Ability to identify and distinguish colors.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering
- Computer proficient including AutoCAD, Adobe and MS Office.
- EIT or PE license a plus
- Experience in Gas Design a plus
Physical Demands and Work Environment
This job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand-eye coordination. Ability to identify and distinguish colors.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
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