RIT - CAREER FAIR FULL-TIME ENTRY LEVEL OPPORTUNITIES

Popli Design Group•Rochester, NY

4h•$50,000 - $98,000

About The Position

Popli Design Group (PDG) is seeking Junior Engineers, Architectural Designers, Survey Technicians, and Construction Inspectors to join their growing teams. PDG is a well-established multi-disciplinary architecture and engineering firm that has been serving clients since 1982, with a trusted reputation for successful projects. This is a full-time, entry-level opportunity for team players ready to start their career in a multi-disciplined Architecture/Engineering firm. PDG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Requirements

Team player
Ready to kick start career
Junior Engineer qualifications
Architectural Designer qualifications
Survey Technician qualifications
Construction Inspector qualifications
Working knowledge of electrical circuit theory and design, power distribution, signs/controls
Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or REVIT
Familiarity with HVAC, plumbing and/or fire protection systems

Nice To Haves

Experience in bridge replacements, rehabilitations, and highways
Experience in structural analyses of bridges
Experience with Earthwork, Pavement, Structural Components, Scaffolding inspections
Experience with field tests for Concrete, Compaction
Experience interpreting documented characteristics of objects and materials used in construction
Experience inspecting erosion control and protection of environmental features and utilities
Experience in development of hydraulic or water distribution models
Experience using Civil 3D, Microstation
Experience in municipal and academic/institutional sectors
Experience in structural investigations, condition assessments, capacity analysis, renovation, rehabilitation and strengthening of existing structures

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing design calculations, design details, specifications, and cost estimates for bridge replacements, rehabilitations, and highways.
Assist in the review of construction submittents.
Perform occasional field visits to collect data and evaluate existing conditions.
Perform occasional field visits to resolve construction issues.
Assist the Bridge Inspection Team Leaders in conducting inspections in the field.
Actively contribute to the inspection process, helping gather data and performing necessary tasks under the guidance of experienced professionals.
Conduct structural analyses of bridges to determine their capacity.
Inspect the progress of basic construction operations (Earthwork, Pavement, Structural Components, Scaffolding…); Verify conformance of material with Standard Specifications by carrying out field tests (Concrete, Compaction…); Interpret documented characteristics of objects and materials used in construction; Recognize unsafe construction procedures and site conditions; Inspect erosion control and protection of environmental features and utilities; and identify measured and/or tested properties and provide appropriate notification(s) and Report(s).
Assist in the areas of development of hydraulic or water distribution models, design calculations, etc. in support of comprehensive civil/site design projects under the guidance and support of licensed Engineers.
Assist in the preparation of technical engineering documents, design plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
Assist in the preparation of comprehensive drawing packages using Civil 3D, Microstation, etc.
Work on assignments that include design and analysis, modelling/drafting, preparing plans and specifications, technical report writing, cost estimating, and construction observation.
Apply working knowledge of electrical circuit theory and design, power distribution, signs/controls to create plans using AutoCAD and/or REVIT under the close supervision of Senior Electrical staff.
Design sections of building’s electrical systems, for both new and renovated buildings including power and lighting.
Assist in the design of HVAC, plumbing and/or fire protection systems for building facilities.
Perform engineering evaluations and analyses, field inspections, design drawings, technical specifications and cost estimation under direct supervision of senior engineers.