Assistant Civil/Structural Engineer – ESOP Growth

Burns & McDonnell; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance and benefits

401(k) retirement program

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Time off and wellness programs

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Civil/Structural Engineer in the US-CA-Brea area. You will support design teams across power, process, healthcare, and industrial projects, from concept through construction, adapting civil plans to client needs and budget constraints.

The role requires a civil/structural degree (ABET preferred), internship experience, strong CAD skills, and good communication. EIT or leadership experience is a plus, with a path toward professional growth.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a related field; ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge in standard civil / structural engineering techniques, principles and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
• Basic computer skills (e.g. AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD), and civil / structural analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

Responsibilities

• Assists in civil / structural design of projects from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects including power plants, process facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental/military facilities.
• Assists in designing civil / structural components per project needs and requirements set forth by project managers.
• Applies basic knowledge of commonly used civil / structural engineering concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures.
• Assists with researching and compiling project data and reports as required by project managers.
• Assists with updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections in CAD software.
• Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for diverse facilities.
• Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned and complies with policies and standards.

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Civil/Structural Engineer in the US-CA-Brea area. You will support design teams across power, process, healthcare, and industrial projects, from concept through construction, adapting civil plans to client needs and budget constraints.

The role requires a civil/structural degree (ABET preferred), internship experience, strong CAD skills, and good communication. EIT or leadership experience is a plus, with a path toward professional growth.