Associate Graduate Engineer - Civil (2025 Hire Dates)

HBK Engineering, LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for entry-level Civil or Mechanical engineers eager to make an impact in the energy sector. This dynamic role involves collaborating with experienced professionals to tackle complex engineering challenges, from design to project completion. You will engage in innovative projects that contribute to sustainable infrastructure, while also enjoying a supportive environment that values diversity and community engagement. If you're passionate about engineering and ready to launch your career in a forward-thinking company, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Competitive salary

Employee resource groups

Community-focused environment

Qualifications

• EIT certification required prior to graduation.
• Experience with CAD software and engineering internships preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design and analysis of civil engineering projects.
• Prepare detailed design documents and manage project risks.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

BSCE in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS systems

Office365 suite

Job description

Associate Graduate Engineer - Civil (2025 Hire Dates)

HBK Engineering is seeking entry-level Civil or Mechanical engineering candidates, including recent graduates, who have an interest in working in the energy sector.

HBK is transforming essential infrastructure to achieve a sustainable future and empower the communities where we live and work.

Since first opening our doors in 1998, HBK Engineering has quickly emerged as a leader in the utility infrastructure space through our experience on smart grid, modernization, resiliency, communications, fiber to the home (FTTH), and microgrid projects. Today, we’re a Quanta Services Company—a team of 43,000 dedicated individuals offering end-to-end solutions for the utility, energy, and construction industries.

Team members at HBK Engineering are committed to designing the future we want to live in, and safety is at the center of everything we do. We offer excellent benefits, competitive salary, employee resource groups, and a community-focused environment where our staff members believe in giving back. At HBK Engineering, you’ll discover a culture where the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion are exemplified by all.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

1. Act as part of a project team consisting of professional engineers and designers involved in the design, modification, and analysis of all facets of civil engineering.
2. Work on challenging assignments that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of civil engineering-related issues.
3. Deploy creative and unique solutions to address a wide variety of complex electrical, structural, civil, and construction-related challenges.
4. Perform designs for utility infrastructure using subsurface utility engineering (“SUE”) guidelines.
5. Own all phases of the design lifecycle from initiation through construction completion and project closeout.
6. Work with project management and engineering leadership to manage project risk.
7. Identify and engage all relevant project stakeholders to guarantee project success.
8. Communicate complex engineering matters to a variety of project stakeholders.
9. Independently manage time and schedule to achieve project milestones.
10. Prepare detailed design documents using a variety of software tools including AutoCAD, GIS systems, and client-specific enterprise asset management platforms.
11. Prepare materials and equipment purchase specifications as required for designs.
12. Prepare reports and studies meeting client requirements that present technical information in a clear and concise manner.
13. Perform field walkdowns with internal staff, clients, customers, governance authorities, and construction partners.
14. Travel as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BSCE in Civil or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
• Must have EIT certification prior to graduation.
• Experience using CAD-based software.
• Prior engineering internship experience.
• US driver’s license.
• US work authorization.
• An ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong technology skills and an understanding of the Office365 suite of tools.
• Understanding of remote communication software.
• Ability to come up to speed quickly on in-process projects.
• Experience collaborating with a team to complete a larger project.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The persistence to see projects through to completion.
• Adaptable to change.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project management, surveying/field work, and/or construction experience.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information: Offers contingent upon satisfactory results from our standard background check and receipt of results of a satisfactory drug screening test from a location specified by HBK.

EEO: HBK is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Civil Engineering