Engineering Designer
About The Position
Engineering Designer – Entry-Level Civil Engineer Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA) welcomes applications from recent graduates and early-career engineers interested in building their careers with our employee-owned civil engineering firm. This posting will remain open as we look for talented entry-level engineers for opportunities across our offices and technical groups. Hiring needs vary over time, and applications will be considered as positions become available. As an Engineering Designer at RPA, you will work alongside experienced engineers, project managers, designers, and technical staff on a variety of infrastructure projects serving communities throughout Montana and the region. Depending on your interests, experience, office preference, and RPA's staffing needs, opportunities may be available in transportation, water and wastewater, site civil, airports, structures, or other civil engineering disciplines. Engineering Designers gain hands-on experience throughout the planning, design, and construction phases of projects while developing the technical and professional skills needed to advance within the engineering profession.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related engineering field.
- Engineering Intern (EI) certification, or the ability to obtain certification within six months of employment.
- 0–4 years of engineering, design, construction, internship, or related experience.
- Fundamental understanding of engineering principles and design and construction practices.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Attention to detail and a willingness to learn new technical skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a project team.
- Willingness to travel and perform field work when required by project assignments.
- A positive attitude and commitment to being an active participant in RPA's employee-owned culture and alignment with our Core Values.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the development of engineering designs, construction plans, specifications, quantities, and cost estimates.
- Perform engineering calculations, evaluate alternatives, analyze data, and assist with preparation of technical recommendations.
- Assist with planning documents, engineering reports, technical memoranda, design documentation, and project correspondence.
- Work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, designers, clients, agencies, and other members of multidisciplinary project teams.
- Participate in data collection, site visits, construction observation, inspections, and other field activities as appropriate for the project and technical group.
- Assist with construction documentation, contract administration, record drawings, and project closeout activities.
- Develop technical expertise through hands-on project experience, mentoring, training, and involvement in professional and community organizations.
Benefits
- Generous Retirement Plan: RPA contributes to your retirement future, with no match required, starting on day one.
- 100% Employee Owned: Our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) provides you with direct ownership in the company, aligning your success with ours.
- Competitive Salary and Bonuses: Enjoy a rewarding compensation structure including competitive base salary and company-wide bonus program.
- Flexible Work Environment: We support work-life balance with excellent leave policies, flexible schedules, and paid time over 40 hours per week.
- Professional Growth: We support and encourage professional development and involvement in civic/professional organizations and provide ample opportunity for career growth within RPA.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
