Summary
The selected individual will be responsible for assisting in the completion of various civil-site design, environmental, hydrologic/hydraulic, and erosion control related tasks including on-site field inspections; interpretation and evaluation of stormwater, erosion control, and earthwork related issues; site remediation design; rawland civil-site design, co-location telecommunication facility design, environmental report production, and project management coordination of designed projects.
Duties and Responsibilities
Working as part of a team under the direct supervision of a project manager or project engineer, the candidate will be responsible for performing inspections, evaluations, computations, and designs generally associated with civil-site engineering discipline, including but not limited to:
Completing spatial layout of telecommunication facilities based on governing municipality zoning requirements
Completing and optimizing design of telecommunication facilities from an earthwork, drainage, spatial, construction feasibility, and cost-efficiency perspective
Completing hydrologic and hydraulic calculations typically associated with roadway drainage systems
Performing site design tasks including roadway plan and profile, grading, erosion control, and permitting
Preparing and coordinating environmental related services such as Phase I ESAs and NEPAs, including SHPO/THPO consultation, TCNS Public Notifications, etc.
Providing CAD support for the candidate’s own designs as well as designs of senior staff
Analyzing/evaluating the relationship between stormwater runoff and slope stability
Performing on-site inspections of field conditions relating to stormwater systems, slope stability, and erosion control
Preparation of engineering studies and reports regarding slope stability, rural roadway systems, and stormwater control in rural roadway settings
Corresponding with various municipalities and governing agencies regarding design and permitting requirements
Coordinating with sub-consultants and contractors to provide clients with turn-key solutions
Researching innovative methods for addressing issues related to steep slopes & rural roadway stability
Knowledge and Skills Required
General knowledge of the turnkey workflow process associated with the design and permitting of rawland telecommunication facilities and/or new construction commercial/residential developments
General knowledge of the hydrologic and hydraulic principles associated with roadway drainage, riverine and open channel systems, bridge and culvert systems, and/or watershed modeling
General knowledge of environmental reporting processes and components typically associated with new construction and telecommunication facilities
Experience (and/or the ability and willingness to learn) with computer drafting software such as AutoCAD (specific experience with roadway plan and profile, cross section layout, etc. is preferred) is required
Working knowledge of hydraulic computer software such as HEC-RAS, HydraFlow, HydroCAD, HEC-HMS, etc. is preferred
Experience in the survey field, including office and field survey operations a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word
Experience in production of technical reports is preferred
Excellent written and communication skills
Strong organization, time management, and coordination skills
EI Certification preferred
Personal Traits
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated worker, capable of operating in a team-oriented environment intended to complete projects effectively and efficiently. He/She should have strong interpersonal skills, as this position requires working and interacting with fellow co-workers on a daily basis. This person should be a self-starter, with a focus on company and career advancement though diligent work, technical competence, and client satisfaction.
Physical Demands: (Frequently = more than 75% of time; Constantly = between 25% and 75% of the time; Occasionally = less than 25% of the time)
Frequently required to sit
Frequently required to view computer monitor
Occasionally required to perform field work
Field work may include, but is not limited to:
Gathering field measurements and survey data in steep terrain, which may include working around steep slopes and working in remote wooded areas
Gathering data on roadway drainage systems, which may include working around vehicular traffic, lifting heavy items (drainage grates), and working around steep slopes (2:1)
Education
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution
Experience
Internships, Co-ops, and/or engineering experience amounting to 1-2 years in the civil engineering field is preferred
Travel
Some travel, approximately 20%, will be required.