Civil or Mechanical Engineer - Entry Level

Farnsworth Group; Lisle, Mansfield (IL, CT); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking engineering firm as an Entry-Level Engineer, where you will collaborate with experienced professionals on telecommunications and utility projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment that values work-life balance and professional growth. You'll engage in meaningful work that contributes to the community while gaining valuable insights into the utility engineering industry. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this company fosters a culture of respect and camaraderie, making it an ideal place to start your career.

Benefits

401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

Short & Long-Term Disability

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Professional Development and Training

Mentoring Program

Paid Time Off

Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements

Pet Insurance Plan

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring a BS in Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
• 0-3 years of experience, EIT certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support telecommunication and utility project development.
• Conduct site visits for surveying and documenting conditions.
• Design utility projects using AutoCAD or MicroStation.

Skills

Written Communication

Oral Communication

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

MS Office

Job description

Join us and grow your career with a certified Great Place to Work for the last nine years running. We are a team of Engineers, Architects, Surveyors and Scientists committed to making meaningful contributions to the world around us. Our quest for excellence goes beyond the ordinary; we seek extraordinary people who want to showcase their talents and join us in making a difference for our clients and communities. You will be part of a collaborative group that champions your career and passions, embraces challenges, understands the importance of work-life balance, and shares our commitment in making a positive impact through your work.

Farnsworth Group is seeking an Entry-Level Engineer in our Frisco, TX, Lisle, IL, or St. Louis, MO offices. In this role, you will work with experienced engineers on telecommunications and utility projects. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and experience in the utility engineering industry.

Job Activities:

• Support telecommunication and utility related project development


• Complete site visits including but not limited to surveying, locating, and documenting existing conditions (may include overnight travel depending on job location)


• Review roadway plans to identify conflicts with existing utilities


• Design telecommunications and other utility projects using MicroStation, AutoCAD, or other design software

Specific Requirements include:

• BS in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, from an ABET accredited institution


• 0-3 years of experience


• Exposure to transportation plans, telecommunications, or utilities a plus


• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification a plus


• Computer proficiency with MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MS Project


• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation a plus


• Must demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills


• Must be willing to travel and have a valid driver's license

About Farnsworth Group

Farnsworth Group is a 135-year-old engineering, architecture, and surveying firm with over 600 talented professionals across a nationwide network of 24 offices. We champion strong working relationships and have been involved in over 24,000 projects in the last decade alone. Our clients range from rural communities to some of the world's largest brands, with our oldest partnerships dating back nearly 100 years. Our forward-thinking focus on people, passion, and performance has earned us top rankings in Architectural Record and Engineering News Record magazine.

A Great Place to Work Certified

For nine consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the esteemed certification as a Great Place to Work; our employees are the reason why! Annually, our staff engages in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization that delves into employee perceptions about credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. Those results are benchmarked against the nation's leading companies, and only those top performers gain the Great Place to Work certification. The invaluable insights from the survey have played a pivotal role in further shaping our work environment and fostering a culture to make Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.

Featured benefits and perks include:

• 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%


• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans


• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts


• Short & Long-Term Disability


• Maternity and Paternity Leave


• Professional Development and Training


• Mentoring Program


• Paid Time Off


• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements


• Pet Insurance Plan


• Hybrid Work Program

Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are an important aspect in the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the culture and success of the Company.

Salary Range: $66,000 - $76,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity)

Statement on Diversity and Inclusion: Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer. Join us...and let's make a difference, together.

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