Associate Engineer

Chen Moore and Associates; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Engineer to join their team in Fort Lauderdale. This role involves working on various civil engineering projects, particularly in water and wastewater systems. The ideal candidate will have a passion for community service, a strong commitment to quality, and the ability to collaborate effectively with a team. You will be responsible for planning, design, and construction management, utilizing tools like AutoCAD to prepare project drawings. This innovative firm offers a supportive and flexible work environment, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a positive impact in their community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering is required.
• 3+ years of experience preferred, with strong technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on civil engineering design, permitting, and construction oversight.
• Plan and manage infrastructure projects focusing on water and wastewater.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Project Management

Technical Writing

Water and Wastewater Engineering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Master's Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Founded in 1986, Chen Moore and Associates (CMA), Inc. has grown into a highly regarded multi-disciplinary firm. CMA’s areas of expertise include utility infrastructure, roadway, site development, electrical, planning, landscape architecture, and construction engineering services for both private and public sector clients. CMA prides itself on working to be part of the fabric of the community. We are leaders in community service and the profession. Our staff and our activities are centered around making the community we work in a better place to live. CMA promotes a fun and flexible work environment, taking pride in the quality of our work. CMA promotes a team-oriented approach, both inside and outside of the office.

CMA’s headquarters are in Fort Lauderdale with offices in Miami, West Palm Beach, Orlando, and Jacksonville. The firm also has satellite and/or project offices in Atlanta, Gainesville, Jupiter, Port St. Lucie, Sarasota, and Tampa. CMA currently employs over one hundred and thirty (130) professionals throughout the State of Florida, which affords our valued clients top-level service.

CMA is hiring an Associate Engineer. Candidates should be able to efficiently plan and organize their workload with their team, demonstrate success working with a team of professionals, a commitment to quality, good communication skills, and a positive work ethic. Experience in water and wastewater projects is a plus.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Work on various aspects of civil engineering design, plan preparation, permitting, and construction oversight while working in a project team environment.
• Planning, design, and construction management of infrastructure projects focusing on water and wastewater projects, which may include Wastewater Conveyance and Pump Stations; Water Supply; Water Distribution and Storage; and Master planning services including hydraulic modeling.
• Contribute to projects including collecting existing utility data; performing modeling and simulation; site grading; water distribution system; sanitary sewer collection system; drainage analysis; roadway alignment; pavement marking; signage; and erosion control.
• Prepare project design drawings utilizing AutoCAD and other design software.
• Develop project-specific detail drawings.
• Assist with technical specifications, cost estimates, reports, schedules, and other related tasks.
• Learn and adhere to client-specific standards.
• Coordinate with team members and client representatives.
• Periodic travel to project sites for field investigation and/or construction support.
• Manage project outlines, initiation, schedules, execution, and closeout.
• Interface with multi-disciplinary design teams.
• Participate in local water and wastewater professional organizations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering.
• Master’s Degree is a plus.
• Engineer-In-Training (EI) designation is preferred. The expectation is that such candidate would be working towards becoming a Professional Engineer (P.E.).
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience; candidates with more experience preferred.
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Strong sense of urgency, project responsibility, and initiative.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Chen Moore and Associates is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Technology, Information, and Internet