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  • Full Time Position - Mechanical Engineer I

    About Us

    Okahara and Associates, Inc. is a locally owned engineering consulting firm that has proudly serviced the State of Hawaii since we were established in 1979. We have offices in Honolulu and Hilo that provide the services of qualified Civil and Mechanical Engineers. We have a diverse staff who are working toward a common goal of making Hawaii a better place. We pride ourselves on offering a team-oriented environment that emphasizes employee growth, and work to tailor each employee’s experience to what will fit them best. We offer competitive compensation packages and benefits, including medical, profit sharing, transportation, and life insurance.


    Position Description

    Work collaboratively on HVAC, plumbing, energy efficiency, fire protection, pump stations, and fuel system projects. Interface directly with a variety of clients in the private and public sectors and find sustainable solutions that maximize client success. Typical work will include project management, mechanical design, drafting plans using AutoCAD, calculations, cost estimating, and construction administration.


    Qualifications

    Candidate must hold a B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university. We are looking for someone who wants to learn and grow, takes pride in their work, and will fit into our current team. A desirable candidate will also possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, a strong work ethic, and a positive attitude. CAD experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.


    To apply, send a resume and cover letter to jtottori@okahara.com.

  • Full Time Position - Civil Engineer I

    About Us

    Okahara and Associates, Inc. is a locally owned engineering consulting firm that has proudly serviced the State of Hawaii since we were established in 1979. We have offices in Honolulu and Hilo that provide the services of qualified Civil and Mechanical Engineers. We have a diverse staff who are working toward a common goal of making Hawaii a better place. We pride ourselves on offering a team-oriented environment that emphasizes employee growth, and work to tailor each employee’s experience to what will fit them best. We offer competitive compensation packages and benefits, including medical, profit sharing, transportation, and life insurance.


    Position Description

    Work collaboratively on subdivision, highways, water, wastewater, hydraulic, and watershed projects. Typical work will include civil design, drafting plans using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, calculations, cost estimating, and construction administration.


    Qualifications

    Candidate must hold a B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university. We are looking for someone who wants to learn and grow, takes pride in their work, and will fit into our current team. A desirable candidate will also possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, a strong work ethic, and a positive attitude. CAD experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.


    To apply, send a resume and cover letter to jtottori@okahara.com.

  • Internship - Mechanical Engineering

    About Us

    Okahara and Associates, Inc. is a locally owned engineering consulting firm that has proudly serviced the State of Hawaii since we were established in 1979. We have offices in Honolulu and Hilo that provide the services of qualified Civil and Mechanical Engineers. We have a diverse staff who are working toward a common goal of making Hawaii a better place. We pride ourselves on offering a team-oriented environment that emphasizes employee growth, and work to tailor each employee’s experience to what will fit them best. We offer competitive compensation packages and benefits, including medical and transportation.


    Position Description

    Work collaboratively on HVAC, plumbing, energy efficiency, fire protection, pump stations, and fuel system projects. Typical work will include mechanical design, drafting plans using AutoCAD, calculations and cost estimating.


    Qualifications

    Candidate must be, at minimum, in their 3rd year of a Mechanical Engineering program at an accredited 4-year college or university. We are looking for someone who wants to explore career opportunities and is considering a career in engineering consulting in Hawaii. A desirable candidate will possess a strong work ethic and positive attitude. CAD experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.


    To apply, send a resume and cover letter to jtottori@okahara.com.

  • Internship - Civil Engineering

    About Us

    Okahara and Associates, Inc. is a locally owned engineering consulting firm that has proudly serviced the State of Hawaii since we were established in 1979. We have offices in Honolulu and Hilo that provide the services of qualified Civil and Mechanical Engineers. We have a diverse staff who are working toward a common goal of making Hawaii a better place. We pride ourselves on offering a team-oriented environment that emphasizes employee growth, and work to tailor each employee’s experience to what will fit them best. We offer competitive compensation packages and benefits, including medical and transportation.


    Position Description

    Work collaboratively on subdivision, highways, water, wastewater, hydraulic, and watershed projects. Typical work will include civil design, drafting plans using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, calculations and cost estimating.


    Qualifications

    Candidate must be, at minimum, in their 3rd year of a Civil Engineering program at an accredited 4-year college or university. We are looking for someone who wants to explore career opportunities and is considering a career in engineering consulting in Hawaii. A desirable candidate will possess a strong work ethic and positive attitude. CAD experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.


    To apply, send a resume and cover letter to jtottori@okahara.com.

  • Full Time Positions - Administrative Assistant - Hilo and Honolulu Offices

    About Us

    Okahara and Associates, Inc. is a locally owned engineering consulting firm that has proudly serviced the State of Hawaii since we were established in 1979. We have offices in Honolulu and Hilo that provide the services of qualified Civil and Mechanical Engineers. We have a diverse staff who are working toward a common goal of making Hawaii a better place. We pride ourselves on offering a team-oriented environment that emphasizes employee growth, and work to tailor each employee’s experience to what will fit them best. We offer competitive compensation packages and benefits, including medical, profit sharing, transportation, and life insurance.


    Position Description

    Responds to and resolves administrative inquiries. Performs a variety of general office functions such as: Answer and direct phone calls, make travel arrangements, copies, scans, process incoming and outgoing mail, maintain a filing system and other related duties.



    Qualifications

    We are looking for someone who is organized, self-starter with computer skills, has attention to detail and communication skills.  Graduation from High School and current driver’s license are required. 

    A desirable candidate will also possess a strong work ethic and a positive attitude.  Prior office experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat are preferred.



    To apply, send a resume and cover letter to hilo@okahara.com.





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