Engineer - Structural

Collins Engineers, Inc.; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Collins Engineers, Inc. in Columbia, Maryland, seeks an entry-level Engineer (E1) to support bridge and structural inspection projects across Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic. You will assist with field inspections, document existing conditions, prepare inspection reports, and perform engineering calculations and analyses.

Join a team of experienced engineers to gain hands-on experience and grow toward greater project responsibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an accredited four-year university.
• EIT certification or the ability to obtain within one year.
• 0-4 years of experience in engineering or related field.
• Willingness to relocate and work in field and office environments.

Responsibilities

• Performs field inspections and documents existing conditions.
• Prepares inspection reports and supports calculations and analyses.
• Performs design computations and quantity estimates.
• Keeps project managers informed of workload and scope changes.
• Supports development of repair recommendations and other deliverables.

Skills

Field inspections

Documentation

Engineering calculations

Report writing

Repair recommendations

Safety awareness

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

EIT certification or ability to obtain within 1 year

Tools

CAD software

Engineering software

Job description

Collins is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm. We have opportunities for you.Collins Engineers, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Engineer (E1) to join our growing team in Columbia, Maryland. This position will support bridge and structural inspection projects throughout Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic region, with opportunities to participate in both field and office engineering assignments. Responsibilities will include assisting with field inspections, documenting existing conditions, preparing inspection reports, performing engineering calculations and analyses, and supporting the development of repair recommendations and other project deliverables. The position offers hands-on experience working alongside experienced engineers and inspection team leaders while developing technical skills and progressing toward greater project responsibility.Typical Duties and Responsibilities:Performs design and inspection/field work that does not require previous experience.Assists in the completion of inspection and assessment reports.Prepares design computations and quantity estimates.Keeps project managers informed of workload and any changes to project scope or additional services.Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare calculation packages and design drawings. Is active in technical societies.Is able to attend meetings or events outside of normal working hours.Has limited communication with clients.Instructs draftspersons/technicians on design drawings, data entry, and report preparation.Actively observes and acts in an appropriate manner related to safety.*Relocation is availableClick HERE to see the variety of benefits Collins has to offer.Education and/or Experience:Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited four-year university plus appropriate continuing education and 0-4 years of experience.Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T.) or ability to obtain within one year.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb, or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.While in the field, the employee may be required to walk in rugged conditions, work in adverse weather conditions, and stand up to eight hours or more at a time.