Engineer In Training, Transportation, Nebraska

Kirkham Michael; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a full-time Transportation Engineer In Training to join their Omaha office. This role is ideal for recent graduates or individuals with up to three years of experience. You'll have the opportunity to acquire essential skills in civil engineering, focusing on site and roadway design, data analysis, and construction observation. The company offers a supportive environment where you can achieve both professional and personal goals, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Join a team that values your contributions and fosters your growth in the engineering field.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flex Spending Account

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Memberships

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Engineering Intern certification or exam scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and checks site and roadway design elements.
• Assists in project reports, specifications, and construction schedules.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Technical Writing

Microstation

Open Roads Designer

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Engineering Intern Certification

Tools

Microstation

Open Roads Designer

Job description

Kirkham Michael provides integrated engineering and construction services to a wide variety of public and private clients. We are a dynamic firm focused on our clients’ success and we fulfill project and program needs from initial concept through implementation with innovative, yet practical solutions.

We are currently looking for an energetic and knowledgeable individual to fill a full-time Transportation Engineer In Training position in our Omaha, Nebraska Office. This position could be filled by a recent graduate or an individual with professional experience up to three years in the field. The title/level of position will be based on the skills and experience of the candidate selected.

Primary Function: Acquires basic knowledge and develops skills in a specific practice area. Has an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities. Collects data and gathers information or documents. Performs standard computations or analysis. Prepares drawings and visual aids. Observes construction activities. Performs basic survey services.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Prepares, modifies and checks site and roadway design elements/computations including; geometrics, vertical profiles, cross-sections, culvert design, pavement design and marking, and traffic control.
• Assists in the preparation or modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, and permits for projects. Instructs designers/technicians to reduce designs to working drawings.
• Assists in the development of probable construction quantities and construction costs estimated for design projects with the department.
• Designs and conducts analyzes and interprets data.
• Assists with construction observation, construction staking, and topographical survey tasks.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
• Engineering Intern certification (or have exam scheduled to be completed)
• Experience with Microstation skills preferred, Open Roads Designer is a plus!
• Experience or knowledge of Nebraska DOT Standards and Procedures is preferred
• ACI level 1 certification is a plus.
• Strong technical/qualitative writing ability
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
• Participation in Professional Organizations
  
  

Kirkham Michael is a great place to work where you can achieve both your professional and personal goals. Kirkham Michael offers a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and a flex spending account as well as an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), 401 (K) plan and professional development plans (tuition reimbursement/professional memberships). At Kirkham Michael, employees are rewarded based on performance so you create your own destiny!

For more information or to apply, please see our website at http://www.kirkham.com

Kirkham Michael is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.