VAUGHN & MELTON CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY 

We are committed to our clients as one company with one voice. This enables us to deliver world-class professional services to every client on every project. So, whether it’s structural foundations, roadways, bridges, sidewalks, water distribution, water treatment, wastewater and sewer systems, storm water systems, or any other critical project, Vaughn & Melton is there, moving forward, always improving the quality of commerce and communities.

SERVICES: 

Starting from a single transportation engineering project, today we offer a full complement of engineering and surveying services.

LOCATIONS:  

Based in the Southeastern Appalachian region, we operate from 15 offices in five states: GA, KY, NC, SC, & TN.

BENEFITS:  

We offer a benefits package that includes company paid premiums for medical, vision, dental and life insurance. V&M provides a generous 401 (k) plan and performance-based bonuses. Come join our team of professionals that are leading the way for the surveying and mapping industry!

_POSITION SUMMARY  _ 

VAUGHN & MELTON CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC. – LEXINGTON, KY is currently seeking an ENGINEER-IN-TRAINING (EIT). Under close or moderate supervision, this position performs engineering duties in planning, designing, and directing civil engineering projects such as roads, railroads, airports, bridges, channels, pipelines, site development, drainage, and water and sewage system.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENT(S)

• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, or other topographical or geologic data such as soil composition, terrain, and hydrological characteristics to plan and design project.
• Calculates cost, quantities, and labor to determine project feasibility based on analysis of collected data.
• Prepares reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for projects. May also present public reports on topics such as bid proposals, deeds, or property and right-of-way descriptions.
• Inspect project sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, design specifications, construction, safety, or sanitation standards.
• Compute load and grade requirements, water flow rates, or material stress factors to determine design specifications.
• Conduct studies of traffic patterns or environmental conditions to identify engineering problems and assess potential project impact.
• Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to plan and prepare engineering and design documents.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

COMPETENCY STATEMENT(S)

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Conceptual Thinking - Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas.
• Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Includes learning to negotiate settlement of differences without damaging relationships: applying effective questioning and listening techniques to determine other parties' positions in a direct and diplomatic manner.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely in the preparation and maintenance of occasionally confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports.
• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

EDUCATION:  Bachelor's Degree (four-year college or technical school) Required, Field of Study: Civil Engineering CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:  Successfully pass E.I.T. examination: Required

EXPERIENCE:  1 - 4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

COMPUTER SKILLS:  Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, other design software

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

Reasoning Ability - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Mathematical Skills - Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Vaughn & Melton is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. V&M makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

V&M participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

V&M is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. V&M is a drug-free workplace.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor VISAS.

OUR PLEDGE: We are committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment. V&M will not tolerate discrimination in employment, employment-related decisions, or in business dealings on the basis of race, color, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status.

REQUEST ASSISTANCE: If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the V&M Human Resources Department.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) are federal laws that require employers with 15 or more employees to not discriminate against applicants and individuals with disabilities and, when needed, to provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who are qualified for a job, with or without reasonable accommodations, so that they may perform the essential job duties of the position.

It is the policy of Vaughn & Melton Consulting Engineers to comply with all federal and state laws concerning the employment of persons with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Furthermore, it is the company policy not to discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.