Engineering Associate

Network Building + Consulting; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Building + Consulting seeks an Engineering Associate to support site development for telecom projects. You will assist in site design, engineering calculations, and field surveys under supervision, contributing to macro and small cell site work and fiber conduit routing.

The role emphasizes collaboration with design and engineering staff, awareness of project cycles, and preparation of construction drawings for PE review. Travel locally may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Associates Degree preferred; B.S. Engineering or Engineering Technology a plus.
• 0-2 years’ work experience in a professional engineering environment encouraged.
• Telecommunications industry experience preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2018 and Civil 3D 2018 is required or preferred.
• Strong communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the project team with site design and engineering tasks on macro and small cell sites.
• Contribute to site development including grading, stormwater, and culvert design.
• Develop construction plan reviews and equipment upgrade productions.
• Design conduit routes for fiber optic utilities and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Prepare and review construction drawings for PE review.
• Attend site walks with clients and utility representatives to document conditions.
• Perform field measurements, site surveys, and audits for installations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Strong written and oral communications

Detail-oriented

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to travel locally

Education

BS or AS in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD 2018

Civil 3D 2018

Job description

OUR COMPANY

Let our network build your network.

From early stage project planning to engineering and construction, we bring the brightest and most determined minds to your program.

We work with every major wireless carrier and tower company, leading fiber providers and utility companies across the United States – offering solutions that encompass all phases of the network development life cycle to fuel global connectivity.

Our team of forward thinking experts is totally committed to helping you.

Meet Our Leadership Team

Engineering Associate

The Engineering Associate will assist the project team with varying degrees of direct project responsibilities while developing a baseline knowledge of the telecommunications site development process. Project work will focus on new site development of macro and small cell sites, the modification of existing telecommunications facilities, fiber optic networks, and other project types as required. Direct project responsibilities will focus on site design and engineering, audits and surveys. Development of project skills will focus on the required interactions of all disciplines, project reporting and understanding the entire telecommunications site development project cycle.

Job Responsibilities:

• Under direction and guidance of management, senior leadership or mentorship, and in collaboration with design and engineering staff, contribute to:
  • The engineering of tower and compound locations (i.e., site layout, grading, stormwater management design, and culvert design)
  • The development of construction plan reviews and production for telecommunications client equipment upgrades and modifications while utilizing a baseline understanding of structural engineering concepts
  • The design of new conduit routes for fiber optic utility companies from existing infrastructure to proposed destination in public right-of-way and private property
  • The engineering of fiber optic network designs as the project dictates
  • The design of existing fiber optic facilities within the public for permanent or temporary relocation in the public right-of-way
• Prepare and review construction drawings for completeness before final PE review
• Attend site walks with clients, landlords, contractors, utilities and other stakeholders to understand, document and evaluate existing site conditions
• Perform field visits to obtain necessary measurements and information to adequately contribute to the production of designs
• Perform site surveys and audits for installations and upgrades for clients
• Perform third-party inspections on telecommunications installations
• Work in partnership with contributing team members, clients, utilities, municipalities, county managers, and other stakeholders to expedite project completion and approvals.
• Interact with multi-disciplinary team members including site acquisition, land use, construction management, RF and project management to ensure that designs are in compliance with all client, governmental, landlord and industry requirements.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners to ensure that the project pace is not impacted negatively by unnecessary delays.
• Report clear and complete status updates to internal and client managers as required within the project
• Assist project team maintain internal and client databases and project trackers as required within the project
• Attend internal and client status meetings as required within the project
• Represent NB+C in a professional manner when interacting with clients and external vendors

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Associates Degree preferred, B.S. Engineering or Engineering Technology a plus
• 0-2 years’ work experience in a professional engineering environment
• Telecommunications industry experience preferred
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2018 required, Civil 3D 2018 preferred
• Professional understanding of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards
• Strong written and oral communications skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work efficiently and independently, multi-task, meet stringent deadlines and achieve project goals
• Detail-oriented and possess strong follow-through skills
• Strong interest in learning the telecommunications industry
• Ability and willingness to travel locally