Design Engineer I - Civil

Fluor Corp; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 74,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluor Corp in Houston is seeking an engineer to support the Lead in developing cost-effective project solutions and reviewing specifications. The role involves procurement activities, calculations, and resolving vendor documentation issues to meet project goals.

Applicants should hold a four-year engineering degree with three years of related experience, plus professional registration where required. Strong communication and field knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Accredited four-year engineering degree with 3 years of work experience; professional registration may be required.
• Effective communication with diverse audiences (management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, visitors).
• Job-related technical knowledge to complete the job and ability to learn applicable statutes.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead in employing cost-competitive engineering techniques for cost-effective project solutions.
• Develop and review specifications, including design criteria.
• Participate in equipment/material procurement, permitting, and subcontracting activities.
• Perform and check calculations, specify equipment, and solve problems of moderate engineering complexity.
• Review vendor equipment documentation for compliance and seek discrepancy resolutions.
• Analyze and make independent recommendations for solutions to problems with varying complexity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Professional registration

Field experience

Technical knowledge

Education

Bachelors in engineering

Tools

Civil3D

CivilStorm

InfoDrainage

OpenRoads

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Job Description

• Assist the Lead in employing cost competitive engineering techniques to develop the most cost-effective total project solution for execution of the discipline engineering work
• Develop and review specifications, including design criteria
• Participate in activities associated with equipment and material procurement, permitting, and subcontracting
• Perform and check calculations, specify equipment, and solve problems of moderate engineering complexity
• Review vendor equipment documentation within the discipline and from other disciplines for compliance with project requirements, and actively seek discrepancy resolution
• Analyze and make independent recommendations regarding solutions to problems with varying complexity in accordance with organization and/or project objectives and guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Job Requirements

• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in engineering field of study and three (3) years of work-related experience; a recognized professional certification or registration in the applicable field, if required; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
• Professional registration
• Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards, commercial availability and cost of materials
• Practical field experience
• Intermediate computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs

Other Job Requirements

• Basic to intermediate knowledge of site/civil engineering including but not limited to drainage, grading, street design, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, SWPPP, underground utility design including wet and dry utilities layout and design.

Preferred Qualifications

• Industrial, commercial, or residential land development experience, beginner to mid level operating knowledge of Civil3D, CivilStorm, Infodrainage,OpenRoads, Point cloud management software, AutoCad, Microstation or equivalent software.
• Experience in preparing civil engineering design criteria and construction specifications. Prior experience in coordinating with other disciplines in checking and coordinating design of systems.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.

Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.

To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Salary Range: $74,000.00 - $138,000.00