Project Engineer, Municipal

Description

• Driving and Vehicle Use. May involve driving large pick-up trucks with attached trailers, potentially operating watercraft, and for extended periods of time.
• Adhere to CobbFendley’s safety standards to uphold a safe and efficient environment
• Object Handling. Raising or lowering objects from one level to another and transporting objects by holding them in the hands, arms, or over the shoulder.
• Complete simple application of design and analysis using determined software and criteria, under the direction of a Professional Engineer.
• Learn and maintain knowledge of client standards, rules, and requirements for planning, construction, and documentation
• Utilize Company resources to begin understanding QA/QC processes and procedures.
• Work towards obtaining EIT and PE licensure within 6 months to meet performance requirements.
• Storm water quality analysis
• Work with internal clients daily and escalate concerns when needed.
• Utility design and relocation for all underground utilities including:
• Exercise limited judgment on details of work including preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives.
• Work with supervisor, project manager, mentors, and various internal personnel to complete assignments within discipline.
• Support CobbFendley Project Managers and Engineers with engineering design or coordination tasks for various projects
• Apply technical expertise and be able to work with a project team on conventional and unconventional projects

Requirements

• EEO is the Law (English)
• EEO is the Law (Spanish)
• Ability to use spreadsheets, word processing, and standard office software.
• Perform independent research and adapt to changing priorities
• Neck Movement. Forward flexion, extension, or lateral rotation of the head and neck while using multiple computer screens.
• Repetitive Motion. Repetitive finger movements for operating a computer mouse and typing on a keyboard.
• Work in a collaborative team environment and perform self QA/QC of work
• Pre-Employment Screenings. All offers of employment at CobbFendley are contingent upon the prospective employee passing a drug screening, physical exam (if applicable), and various background verifications (including but not limited to 10-year history of the county, state, federal, and a 5-year history of motor vehicle records). CobbFendley complies with all applicable state and federal laws regarding said screenings. Unless and only to the extent state or federal law limits CobbFendley’s drug-testing requirements for initial hiring, all candidates for employment are subject to pre-employment drug screening verification which may include a panel drug test for use of marijuana and other substances that may be lawful under state law but unlawful under federal law. A positive result may lead to disqualification of candidacy or termination from employment to the extent permitted by law. CobbFendley reserves all rights with respect to its drug-testing, other pre-employment screenings, and workplace policies and procedures.
• Office Conditions. Includes extensive use of electronic devices such as computers, printers, copiers, scanners, plotters, and telephones. Additionally, tasks may involve the use of cutting tools and equipment like rotary paper cutters and plotting devices.
• Cognitive Requirements. Selective attention, oral comprehension, oral expression, speech recognition, speech clarity, written comprehension, written expression, problem sensitivity, deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, number facility, information ordering, category flexibility, flexibility of closure, fluency of ideas, and originality.
• Skills including use of industry-standard computer software for the position (i.e., software such as CADD, HCS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, and Hydrologic/Hydraulic models).
• Knowledge of standard engineering and scientific techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out tasks.
• Seated and Standing Position. Extended periods of sitting and standing in an upright position at a workstation.
• Arm Movement. Extending hands and arms in various directions, such as overhead, below the waist, forward, or laterally.
• EEO is the Law - Poster Supplement
• Utilize formal education including fundamentals of engineering and apply it in assignments.
• Mobility. Movement within the office and job sites, including navigating between floors, workstations, and outdoor environments with potential for uneven surfaces.
• Engineering: Bachelor’s degree in a civil or related engineering discipline in which the degree would meet state eligibility requirements for licensing, required.
• Drainage studies and master plans
• Outdoor Conditions. Includes walking and climbing on uneven surfaces, confined spaces, and exposure to extreme weather conditions (heat and freezing temperatures). Potential exposure to high noise levels and various allergens, including poison ivy, sumac, dust, pollen, and cedar. Potential exposure to wildlife hazards such as animals, insects, and plants.
• Safety and Equipment Use. Regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, along with use of hand and power tools.

Benefits

• Public facilities such as schools, fire houses or similar
• Winter Holiday // Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 to relax and enjoy the holidays
• Fiber optic cable
• This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule once the training period is complete as established by the department.
• Potable water
• Compensation + Benefits // Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; and Continuing Education Programs
• CobbFendley’s standard operating hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM CST. Generally, employees receive a 1-hour unpaid lunch break free of duty. Please note, operating hours and lunch hours may differ based on project workload, primarily for field staff.
• Applicant Accommodations. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) it is the policy of CobbFendley to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for the Company. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the HR Department at 713.462.3242 or [email protected].
• New Hire Program // We understand changing jobs can be intimidating, CobbFendley has established a program geared specifically to the successful onboarding and integration of new hires into the firm
• Development Opportunities // Professional and personal growth through innovative in-house training and collaborative resources
• Reclaimed water
• Paid Parental Leave // FMLA-eligible employees will receive fully paid leave in the amounts of eight (8) weeks for maternity cases and two (2) weeks for paternity or adoptions cases
• Residential subdivisions
• Natural gas distribution
• Sanitary sewer

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance