What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer In Training I (Land Development) position at EPS Group?
Join EPS Group -- a top 10 firm in the Southwest -- and discover opportunities to advance your career in engineering, planning, surveying, landscape architecture, and construction management, both in the private and public sectors. We're an Arizona-based company that fosters a culture of entrepreneurial spirit, elevated thinking, being team-minded, and embracing tough talk. Our unified team spans offices across Arizona, Colorado, and Texas, all driven by a shared vision: Innovate to Elevate Lives. You’ll experience competitive compensation, benefits, and quarterly performance bonuses. See why we say #IAmEPS.
Engineer In Training I
Reports To: Project Manager
Status: Full-time, Exempt
Primary Areas of Focus
- Due Diligence
- Reports
- Base Files
Core Responsibilities
- Participate in team status meetings.
- Assist with basic reports with guidance using templates.
- Perform fundamental engineering calculations with guidance.
- Assist with preparing simple reports with guidance using office templates.
- Modify base files with oversight.
- Perform basic project due diligence to support design.
- Address basic nontechnical redlines.
- Assist with preparing simple exhibits.
- Provide engineering support to the rest of the project team.
- Assist with the preparation of engineering drawings.
- Communicate proactively on projects.
- Responsible for completing timecards accurately and on time.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Achieve an 85-90% Billable Utilization Rate. Non-billable activities include company & team meetings, professional development, community involvement, innovation time, culture & engagement activities, learning, and training.
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering field.
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of and ability to locate local, state, and federal codes and ordinances.
- This role is an entry-level position.
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Functional knowledge of Civil 3D and Bluebeam.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Valid driver's license and automobile insurance.
Physical Requirements
- Required to stand, walk, and sit.
- The position may require a visit to project sites occasionally.
- The position requires a normal range of hearing.
- The employee must be able to lift 40 lbs. occasionally.
- Requires prolonged sitting with 15% of the time spent bending and reaching.
- Must have manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
- Noise levels are consistent with a standard office environment.
Perks & Benefits
- Health, life, 401(k), dental and vision insurance
- Short-term, long-term disability insurance and leave
- Paid holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Bereavement leave
- Discretionary bonuses, if applicable
EPS Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We offer a competitive salary and bonus program, a wide range of benefits including 401(k) with employer match, advancement potential, and the opportunity to become an integral part of a highly respected firm.
