CIVIL ENGINEER INTERN

Job Description

Job Description

ENGINEER INTERN WITH CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE

Job summary

Performs a full range of engineering functions : analyzing, troubleshooting, existing condition assessment, planning, engineering studies, scope of work development, cost estimates, review of design and construction documents, and review of project schedules. Prepares plans and specifications for construction, maintenance, and repair projects. The purposes of this work are to ensure the continued health, safety, and welfare of the public and to serve as the first line of quality assurance.

Essential job functions

Attends project meetings and prepares meeting minutes.

Design

Prepares Plans and Specifications according to scope of work.

Performs design calculations as needed.

Maintains project documents.

Coordinates with Client, Sub Consultants, Utility companies, etc.

Prepares complete bid packages.

Essential job functions Inspection

Assists in preparing pre-inspection packages consisting of analysis, scope of work development, and cost estimates.

Coordinates field inspections to assess existing conditions.

Creates and edits reports for construction, maintenance, and repair projects.

Organizes and plans daily tasks to ensure efficient use of time resources.

Collects, organizes, and maintains documents associated with assigned inspection activities, including adverse weather, time / material reports and photo records.

Submits required daily reports and written / oral presentations to supervisor.

Ensures that the work being performed and inspected meets the minimum requirements of applicable codes and ordinances.

Manages projects with a varying range of tasks.

Knowledge, Skills, and

Apply engineering concepts to a real world environment.

Abilities

Conflict management and teambuilding skills.

Solve practical problems where only limited standardization exists.

Read blueprints, specifications and maps. Keep as-built records, punch lists items, and time & material reports.

Perform computer data entry and respond to inquiries.

Remain calm in stressful situations.

Effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, customers, and the general public.

Operate CAD software, primarily AutoCAD.

Take a teamwork approach to the job through cooperation, helpfulness, and humility. This includes the ability to build a constructive team spirit where members are committed to the goals and objectives of the team.

Supervision

Supervises CAD Drafters

Education

B.S. in Engineering from an Accredited University

Experience

Minimum 3-5 years Engineering experience

License / Certification

P.E. License preferred / E.I. license minimum

Classification

Exempt

Physical demands

Occasional Field Work may require the ability to stand for extended periods of time, walk on uneven surfaces, touch, handle, and / or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, taste, smell, and lift up to 50 pounds; regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Daily office environment with occasional field work. Field work may include varying temperatures, high noise levels, etc.