Civil Engineering Associate I

About the position

The Civil Engineering Associate (EA) I & II is an entry level position up through 4 years of professional work experience. The EA performs assignments designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities, requiring application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related engineering tasks. Limited exercise of judgment is required on details of work and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives.

Responsibilities

• Learning what constitutes good engineering practice and applying it to his/her work.
• Using computers, handbooks, drawing instruments, etc.
• Performing basic design calculations within his/her discipline.
• Performing neat, accurate, and productive work.
• Assisting in preliminary design studies, project planning, and related activities that lead to the design of a project.
• Assisting in the preparation of specifications, cost and material estimates, reports, and engineering studies.
• Preparing design, detail, and layout drawings and design sketches.
• Checking designs prepared by others.
• Utilizing computers and CAD in the design effort.
• Recognizing his/her limitations and asking for help when needed.
• Following company policies and procedures regarding safety and quality.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
• EIT is preferred.
• The ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.