Assistant Civil / Structural Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Brea)

Burns & McDonnell

Brea (CA)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
ESOP

Job summary

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (ABET preferred), internship experience, and strong communication skills. CAD tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, Civil 3D, and PLS/PLS-CADD are essential, along with a willingness to work on diverse facilities. EIT is preferred.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related field; ABET preferred.
  • Prior internship or related consulting experience preferred.
  • Basic knowledge of civil/structural engineering techniques, principles, and procedures.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Assists in civil/structural design from conceptual to design completion.
  • Modifies and reviews production drawings for various facilities.
  • Designs civil/structural components per project needs.
  • Applies basic civil/structural concepts, codes and procedures.
  • Assists with data collection, studies and reports.
  • Updates drawings in CAD software under senior engineers’ guidance.
  • Supports client presentations, shop drawing review and contract administration.
  • Performs field inspections, measurements or calculations for clients.
  • Complies with policies and standards.

Skills

Communication skills
Leadership
Team collaboration
EIT preferred

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD
MicroStation
BIM (Revit)
Civil 3D
PLS
PLS-CADD
RISA-3D
MathCADD

Job description

Description

The Assistant Civil / Structural Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Assistant Civil / Structural Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting civil plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

  • Assists in the civil / structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
  • Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
  • Assists in designing civil / structural components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
  • Applies basic knowledge of commonly used civil / structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the civil engineering services industry.
  • Assists with research and compiles project related data as required by the project managers. Assists with compiling studies and reports.
  • Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
  • Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
  • Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
  • A bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program. 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.
Compensation

$80,000.00-120,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Civil Engineering
Primary Location

US-CA-Brea

Schedule:

Full-time

Travel:

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID:

264220

Job Hire Type

New Grad #LI-JF #T&D

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