Engineering Associate

Gfoat; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance from Blue Cross Blue Shield of TX

Dental and Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement through TMRS

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

13 paid holidays

Wellness Events & Free Gym Membership

Job summary

Gfoat is seeking an Engineering Associate in Killeen, Texas. The role involves conducting engineering studies and preparing designs for public infrastructure projects under the guidance of a Registered Professional Engineer.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in civil engineering and one year of experience in related fields. Benefits include health insurance, paid vacations, and gym membership.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a four (4) year college or university with a degree in civil engineering or a closely related field.
• One (1) year of experience in engineering design and construction, or related fields is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design Public Works infrastructure projects under guidance.
• Review construction plans for compliance with codes.
• Perform modeling for water, wastewater, drainage, and traffic systems.
• Conduct inspections and materials research.
• Oversee Public Works construction projects.

Skills

Engineering design

Construction compliance

Traffic modeling

Inspections

Material research

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

Engineering Associate

Employee will conduct engineering studies, prepare designs related to the construction, operation, and maintenance of public infrastructure, and perform development reviews for code conformance.

Responsibilities

• Under the guidance of a Registered Professional Engineer, designing Public Works infrastructure projects
• Reviewing construction plans for compliance with codes, regulations, and standards; reviews adequacy of various permit applications
• Using a variety of software applications, performs water, wastewater, drainage, and traffic modeling to determine the impact of development on these systems
• Conducting inspections and materials research and testing
• Evaluating deliverables from consultants, contractors, manufacturers, and vendors, including reviewing plans and specifications
• Providing oversight of Public Works infrastructure construction projects
• Responding to public or other inquiries relative to engineering policies and procedures
• Assisting in the preparation and maintenance of various material and construction cost databases

Work Environment

• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts, in high and precarious places, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration

Benefits

• Health insurance from Blue Cross Blue Shield of TX
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement through TMRS (Optional 4579(b) Accounts)
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• 13 paid holidays
• Wellness Events & Free Gym Membership

Education and Experience

• Graduation from a four (4) year college or university with a degree in civil engineering or a closely related field
• One (1) year of experience in engineering design and construction, or related fields is preferred

Special Requirements

• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license within ninety (90) days of hire
• Must have a valid driver’s license by date-of-hire
• Physically be capable of moving about on construction work sites and under adverse field conditions.
• Must possess an “Engineer-In-Training” certification and number or acquire same within one (1) year of hire date