Civil/Structural Engineering Associate I

Audubon Companies; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Audubon Companies is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineering Associate I for their Metairie, LA office, where you will perform entry-level engineering assignments. This role includes gathering information, preparing specifications, and ensuring compliance with project requirements.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, preferably Civil/Structural, and showcases problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and teamwork. Join us to contribute to diverse engineering projects while adhering to high quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required.
• EIT certification preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.

Responsibilities

• Gather and record information from vendor drawings.
• Prepare basic specifications for project assignments.
• Review vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.
• Track and maintain awareness of schedule and budget.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Effective communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

Audubon is currently seeking a Civil/Structural Engineering Associate I to join our team in our Metairie, LA Office. The Civil/Structural Engineering Associate I will perform entry level civil/structural engineering assignments associated with designing equipment, components, structures or systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Gather and record information from vendor drawings, catalogs, and technical manuals to be utilized in the development of engineering specifications.
• Under direct supervision, prepare basic specifications for project assignments detailing client performance requirements, specific component needs, design requirements, applicable design codes, and vendor drawing requirements.
• Prepare basic sketches and perform basic engineering calculations for project assignments.
• Review vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.
• Interact and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors and other consultants.
• Track and maintain awareness of the schedule and budget for assigned project assignments.
• Adhere to company quality standards and follow engineering checking and approval procedures.
• Comply with all company and client health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations.
• Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or incidents to your supervisor.

Experience and Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required
• Bachelor’s Degree from ABET Accredited Institution preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering preferred.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems.
• Ability to comprehend instructions and request clarification as necessary.
• Ability to work in a team oriented environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize and direct a project to completion.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled