Civil or Mechanical Engineering Telecom Co-Op (May-Dec 2026)
Farnsworth Group, Inc.
Provides engineering, architecture, and environmental services across various industries.
Co‑op engineering role designing utility lines, conducting field visits, and preparing project documentation.
13 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Frisco, TX
Field
Company Size
400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Environmental Studies
Subsurface Utility Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Structural Engineering
Architecture
Interior Design
Sector Specialisms
Advanced Manufacturing & Technology
Commercial
DOD / Federal
Energy & Utilities
Healthcare
Higher Education
Historic Preservation
Industrial
Role
Description
field visits
data collection
cost estimating
design drawings
utility design
Field visits to collect data and evaluate existing, pre-design conditions
Cost estimating
Conceptual through final design and record drawings of utility lines and related facilities
Requirements
ms project
communication
bs engineering
autocad
travel
full-time
Computer proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project
Excellent Communication skills
Construction documents and administration
Pursuing a BS in Civil or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum
Must be willing to travel and have a valid driver’s license
Willing to work full-time during the spring semester and summer from May – December 2026
MicroStation or AutoCAD experience or exposure is preferred, but not required
Benefits
Housing, relocation, and transportation assistance not available for this position.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1973
Year Founded
The company has been a leader in engineering and design since its establishment.
The company offers a broad range of services, including civil engineering, architecture, environmental services, and more.
They specialize in providing solutions for commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
The company is known for handling complex projects and delivering creative and cost-effective designs.
Their typical projects include transportation systems, water and wastewater facilities, energy solutions, and site development.
The company combines technical proficiency with a collaborative approach to ensure client satisfaction.
Culture + Values
95% Employee Pride
Employee Satisfaction
Employees express pride in their work, reflecting strong job satisfaction and engagement.
2016–2024 Certification
Great Place to Work
Recognized consistently as a great workplace environment over nearly a decade.
500+ Professionals
Employee Count
A substantial team of skilled individuals contributing to the firm's success.
90% Repeat Clients
Client Satisfaction
High client retention rate indicating strong satisfaction with services.
Integrity
Loyalty
Fairness
Excellence
Champions our clients’ successes, advances our communities and embraces the challenges of a changing world.
Company-wide camaraderie via softball leagues, picnics, office challenges and charity events
Employee-owned firm
Environment + Sustainability
Since 2009
Sustainable Design Leader
The company has positioned itself as a leading sustainable design company, demonstrating consistent commitment to environmental and sustainability practices.
Decades of renewable energy support: wind farms, solar arrays, single-turbine school power systems
Stormwater management using multi-functional sustainable/ecological design, green infrastructure, wetlands
Water resources strategy includes flood mitigation through park amenities & naturalized basins
Wastewater systems optimized for regulatory compliance, operator input, long-term operational support
Drinking water systems: treatment plants, SCADA/controls, tank rehabilitation/new construction
No stated net-zero target (not publicly available)
Inclusion & Diversity
Equal opportunity employer with an affirmative action program in place.
Commitment to veteran hiring.
Pledge to ensure pay equality for equal work and experience.
Tech hiring commitment focused on training, hiring, and promoting technology workers.
Active social responsibility and diversity programs.
Great Place to Work survey benchmarks in credibility, respect, fairness, and camaraderie.
Glassdoor reports on transparency of finances and approachable leadership.
No publicly disclosed gender-specific statistics, but committed to transparency on diversity.