Entry -Level Civil/Environmental Engineer

Now Hiring – Entry-Level Civil/Environmental Engineer

Juneau, AK

Are you an entry-level Civil/Environmental Engineer with 0-2 years of experience who is interested in a career path to becoming a licensed Professional Engineer? Do you desire an opportunity to become a key team member of a young, but rapidly growing firm? Are you willing to take on a wide range of projects, from utility construction inspection to fish pass culvert design? If so, apply to join proHNS LLC in our Juneau, Alaska office.

This position will participate in a variety of exciting and challenging projects that will hone your skills in private subdivision and site development, environmental mitigation and permitting, and design of municipal infrastructure. You will learn how to work with surveyors, planners, and multiple engineering disciplines to develop construction plans, estimates, and specifications. Most of our projects include all aspects of civil/environmental engineering design with the chance to follow the project during construction by providing onsite inspection and contract administration. As a bonus, you will have the opportunity for occasional travel within Alaska and to support projects being constructed in remote areas. If you are seeking an engaging career and want to grow as a well-rounded engineer, then please apply to join the proHNS Team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform duties and responsibilities in accordance with proHNS policies & procedures.
• Coordinate with engineers, inspectors, sub-consultants, and other representatives.
• Perform engineering calculations in support of engineering design projects.
• Perform civil site, utility, stormwater, transportation, and construction engineering.
• Perform environmental engineering and permitting.
• Perform CAD drafting in support of engineering projects.
• Design, model and analyze projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D, EPANET, HEC-RAS, and other programs.
• Conduct periodic site visits to construction sites to monitor the quality and progress of the work.
• Draft project correspondence, technical specifications, and engineering reports.
• Tabulate construction bid quantities from plans and specifications, estimate construction costs.
• Consistently exercise discretion and judgment in all work tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a similar field.
• In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, a 2-year technical degree or associate’s degree in a related field plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience.
• Ability to work seamlessly in a teamwork setting with staff working from locations outside of the position’s assigned office.
• Strong written and oral English skills are necessary to communicate with clients, co-workers, and contractors.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and good driving record.
• Provide three professional or personal references.

Preferred Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification, or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and other engineering software applications.
• Solid time management skills and ability to produce accurate, high-quality work in an efficient manner.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret codes and scientific or technical journals. Ability to effectively present information to clients, co-workers, and the public.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a wide variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• The typical work schedule is 40hrs/week, Monday-Friday. The employee is required to have the willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, overtime when needed, and attending after-hour events such as local government public meetings.
• Willingness and ability to perform site visits and construction inspections in a variety of outdoor settings and climate conditions.
• Ability to occasionally travel away from home for a few days to a few weeks at a time using commercial airlines, smaller airplanes, helicopters, or boats.
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage $30-$40/hour, overtime premium rate eligible.
• Eligible for annual performance bonuses.
• Paid personal leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Employer-provided relocation stipend.
• Employer-paid training, certifications, and professional memberships.
• 401k Retirement program.
• Health Insurance.
• Employer-paid lodging, per diem, and travel for work assignments outside of position location.
• Professional advancement opportunities are available within the organization.

This position is not eligible for remote work, the employee will be required to work out of our Juneau, AK office.

Even if you feel don’t meet all the qualifications and experience this job is seeking, we still encourage you to apply. We strongly advise you to research our firm and explore the proHNS website www.proHNS.com before submitting your application. In your cover letter, please demonstrate your knowledge of the firm and briefly explain why you think you would be a good fit at proHNS.

The position is open until filled. proHNS LLC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Thanks for your interest. We look forward to receiving your application.

Salary : $30 - $40