Associate Engineer

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Flexible work environment

Community involvement opportunities

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. is seeking an Associate Engineer in Springfield, MO to join its dedicated team. The role involves collaborating on civil engineering projects while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Candidates should have proficiency in technical platforms like AutoCAD and hold a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering.

Join a culture of empowerment and teamwork with a commitment to community and employee ownership. Enjoy flexibility and a supportive environment while making a difference in the built environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in utilizing technical platforms relevant to engineering projects.
• Demonstrated academic achievement with a degree from an accredited program.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the OWN Experience by focusing on key performance areas.
• Collaborate with teams to design civil engineering projects.
• Conduct calculations for project design validation.
• Lead comprehensive construction document development.
• Utilize analysis to estimate construction costs.
• Oversee project execution during construction phases.
• Generate reports for project feasibility and compliance.
• Manage submission of permit applications.

Skills

Proficiency in Google suite

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in MicroStation

Proficiency in Monday.com

Proficiency in Deltek

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from ABET accredited program

Job description

Associate Engineer

OWN, Inc. is an engineering firm that believes in the power of employee-ownership. Our talented team builds futures while helping shape the built environment across the country from our offices in Missouri, Kansas, and Arkansas. We serve the Private Development and Public Infrastructure markets with core offerings of Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, and Field Services. No matter the project or scope, our clients enjoy problem-solving and service that goes beyond the expected.

We are looking for an Associate Engineer to join our Springfield, MO Team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the OWN Experience every day by focusing on what drives our success—Clients, OWNers, Safety, Quality, and Financial Health.

• Collaborate with project teams to plan and design civil engineering projects, ensuring alignment with client expectations and industry standards.

• Conduct advanced calculations to validate and optimize project designs for accuracy and efficiency, addressing challenges using a deep understanding of engineering principles.

• Lead the development of comprehensive construction documents, including detailed drawings and technical reports.

• Utilize quantitative analysis to estimate quantities and construction costs, providing crucial insights for budgeting and strategic project planning.

• Offer expertise in construction phase services, overseeing project progress and swiftly addressing on-site challenges for successful execution.

• Generate detailed reports and conduct studies to assess project feasibility, environmental impacts, and regulatory compliance, contributing to informed decision-making.

• Manage the preparation and submission of permit applications with attention to compliance with relevant codes and regulations, navigating regulatory landscapes efficiently.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in learning and utilizing technical platforms such as Google suite, AutoCAD, MicroStation, Monday.com and Deltek.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from ABET accredited program.

• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam.

1. Community. Giving of time, treasures, and talents to fulfill personal passions and show up in your community.

2. Empowerment. Our employees are given full reign and the trust to make decisions in the best interest of their clients and teams.

3. Flexibility. The freedom to be a professional. The freedom to be a person.

4. ESOP. Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is owned 100% by employees – equitably, a fact most employee‑owned firms can’t claim.

5. Having fun. Laughing, jokes, high fives, celebrations – we take our work seriously but not ourselves.

6. Teamwork. A sense of belonging, learning from those around you, and feeling like you’re on the winning team.

It is the policy of OWN, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to their race, age, color, physical handicap or disability, military service record, religion, sex, national origin or any other categorization protected by law, and to promote the full realization of equal employment opportunity through a positive continuing program.