Engineering Technician

Description

• Perform responsibilities in a conscientious, legal and ethical manner with a strong attention to detail.
• Calculate dimensions, square footage, profiles of roadway and utilities, material quantities, etc. utilizing computer programs and calculator.
• Communicate frequently and effectively with supervisors and project managers to inform them of construction progress and potential issues in the field.
• Communicate with contractors and effectively deal with confrontational situations with contractors.
• Document construction progress and quantities in field diaries and input data into automated computer record systems.
• Participate in training opportunities that will develop technical and interpersonal soft skills.
• Expect to take on and understand the role of resident project representative (RPR) and owner's representative on construction projects.
• Prepare detailed dimensional drawings and design layouts from rough sketches, redline corrections, topographic surveys, etc. utilizing CADD Software such as AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Understand and follow company employee handbook and mandated safety policies.
• Understand and follow company CADD standards/procedures and client CADD standards when required.
• Follow direction and execute multiple tasks assigned by Project Managers, Project Engineers and Lead Technicians in the development of project plans and specifications.
• Attend company meetings, project meetings and client meetings on a regular basis.
• Assist with and develop skills required for construction observation/inspection, surveying and materials testing.

Requirements

• Continue to learn and proficiently utilize Computer Aided Design and Drafting software to prepare plan documents.
• Ability to operate a computer under normal ergonomic office conditions.
• A 2-year Associates Degree in Engineering Technology or a Technical Degree in Drafting is highly desirable (applicable experience may be accepted).
• Must be willing to travel and spend time out of town while fulfilling RPR duties or other business related responsibilities.
• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience with other CADD software such as Google-SketchUP Pro or ARCMap GIS considered a plus.
• Required to lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.
• A minimum of 2-5 years of experience is preferred.
• Must be detail orientated, self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge with Microsoft Windows/Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) required.
• Working knowledge and willing to become proficient in AutoCAD/Civil-3D, Bentley OpenRoads Designer, and MicroStation Connect design software required.
• Required to work in an outdoors environment during construction season.
• Must be willing to interact with people and work in team environments.
• A valid driver's license is required or the ability to obtain one.
• Travel and out of town stays may be required; may work overtime especially during the construction season
• May require prolonged periods of standing and walking to perform some of the typical tasks and duties associated with construction observation and surveying.

Benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Employee wellness program
• Performance-based bonuses
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with employer match and profit-sharing contribution
• Life insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance