VAUGHN & MELTON CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC.

COME JOIN OUR TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS THAT ARE LEADING THE WAY FOR THE SURVEYING AND MAPPING INDUSTRY!

HIRING IMMEDIATELY      EARN A SIGN ON BONUS! *

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: 

+--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | - Group Health Insurance (Medical, |   | | Rx, Dental and Vision) | | | - Flexible Spending Accounts | | | (Medical and Dependent Care) | | | - Health Savings Account | | | - Company Paid Short- and | | | Long-Term Disability Insurance | | | - Company Paid Life and Accidental | | | Death and Dismemberment | | | (AD&D) Insurance | | | - Company Paid and Voluntary | | | Supplemental Life Insurance | | | - Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays | | | - 401K Retirement Plan | | | (Traditional and Roth options) | | | - Financial Coaching | | | - Employee Stock Ownership Plan | | | - Employee Assistance Programs | | | (legal, financial, | | | care services) | | | - Tuition reimbursement | | | - Professional License Fees | | | Reimbursement | | | - Scholarships for Employee | | | Dependents | | | - Various Employee Perks and | | | Discount Opportunities | | | - Relocation assistance | | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+

• Bonuses are only applicable to specific job types; additional terms and conditions may apply.

_POSITION SUMMARY  _ 

VAUGHN & MELTON CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC. – LEXINGTON, KY & CHARLOTTE, NC 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.

HIRING CONTINGENCIES

*This job offer is contingent upon the following: 

• Completion of a satisfactory background check. 

• Passing a drug test. 

• Proof of eligibility work in the U.S. (Failure to provide appropriate documentation within three days of hire will result in immediate termination of employment in accordance with the terms of the Immigration Reform and Control Act). Sponsorship not available for this position. 

• Minimum age 18 with a valid driver’s license.

• Hire will be required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Proof of vaccination will need to be submitted as part of the interview/hiring process. 

WORK CONDITIONS

Work is performed in the field 95% of the time. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs. as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

Work is performed within a general office environment 5% of the time. Office work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

 JOB COMPETENCIES

• Adaptability

• Attention-to-detail

• Dependability

• Job Proficiency

VMCE is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce

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 your Human Resources Department at 865-546-5800.