Civil Engineer - Site Design

Olsson; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Olsson in Springfield, MO is seeking a Civil Engineer on the Site Design team to grow hands-on design through CAD drafting, plan production, and project schedules. You will collaborate with experienced engineers and mentors interns while delivering small to mid-sized site development projects.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, EI/EIT certification, 2+ years of design experience, and knowledge of AutoCAD (Civil 3D a plus).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Engineer Intern (EI/EIT) certificate.
• 2+ years of related civil engineering design experience.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD; Civil 3D is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic project design through CAD drafting for site design projects.
• Assist with plan production and design calculations.
• Develop and apply knowledge in design and modeling software.
• Prepare project documentation and schedules for small to mid-sized projects.
• Mentor student interns and collaborate with engineers on non-routine techniques.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer Intern (EI/EIT) certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Olsson provides multidisciplinary design services for mixed-use, commercial, and residential land development projects, along with industrial, sports, schools, and other site development types. As Civil Engineer on our Site Design team, you will provide basic project design through CAD drafting, instruct drafters on how to create drawings of designs, and prepare project schedules. You may also perform research, write technical reports, and travel to job sites for observation.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Provides small scale design elements for engineering projects using fundamental knowledge, standard techniques, and established methods for small to mid-sized projects.
• Performs basic plan production and receives instructions for necessary tasks.
• Develops and applies knowledge and experience working within design and modeling software.
• Assists with preparation of project documentation and schedules and performs designcalculations within a limited scope.
• Coordinates with experienced engineers and designers on non-routine techniques andprocedures.
• Gathers research, recommends solutions, and creates drafts of technical reports usingprescribed methods.
• Mentors student interns by providing opportunities for developing basic technical skillsand knowledge.
• Gains experience with creating and maintaining project and client information within thefirm’s project management system.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Must possess Engineer Intern (EI/EIT) certificate
• 2+ years of related civil engineering design experience
• Knowledge of AutoCAD (Civil 3D is a plus)

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

• In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions.

We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.