Engineering Associate - Environmental/Agricultural

Larson Design Group; City of Corning (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Larson Design Group in Corning, NY, is looking for an Engineering Associate to apply engineering principles in design computations, technical report preparation, plan details, and minor project decisions. This entry-level position is part of the Engineer license track.

Key responsibilities include preparing design reviews, inspections, and compliance with regulations. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution is required. Preferred qualifications include knowledge in AutoCAD and hydraulic software.

Qualifications

• Education from an ABET accredited school.
• No previous relevant work experience required.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and reviews design computations and drawings for environmental projects.
• Researches and applies regulations and permit requirements to design projects.
• Completes inspections and field work assignments as needed.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Hydrologic and Hydraulic Software Packages

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a relevant Engineering field

Job description

Position Overview

This Engineering Associate is an entry-level technical role that is on the professional Engineer license track. The Associate will apply basic to intermediate engineering principles to complete design computations, prepare written technical reports, design plans, and details. The Associate may be called upon to make minor project decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares and reviews design computations, plan designs, and drawings for environmental projects including stormwater, structural, and water/wastewater.
• Reviews submittals and coordinates project submissions.
• Prepares and reviews specifications, draft letters, and written technical reports.
• Completes inspections and field work assignments as needed.
• Researches, reviews, interprets, and understands written regulations, code compliance, and permit requirements and applies them to design projects.
• Maintains appropriate documentation of work and project records.
• Possesses knowledge of Codes and Standards applicable to project designs.
• Develops technically accurate, clean, and deliverable drawings.
• Promotes, utilizes, and supports quality assurance and quality control processes to improve the quality of deliverables and reduce design errors and omissions.
• Performs work within assigned budgets.

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a relevant Engineering field from an ABET accredited school.
• Experience: No previous relevant work experience is required. Prior internships in the A/E industry are preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrates a strong desire to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities within the engineering field.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Hydrologic and Hydraulic Software Packages used for Site Layout, Grading, Utility, Structural, and Storm Water Management Plan design and other discipline‑specific programs preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a project team.

EEO Statement

Larson Design Group, Inc. is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization.