Engineering Associate - Environmental/Agricultural

Larson Design Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Larson Design Group is looking for an Engineering Associate in Pittsburgh, United States. This entry-level technical role is focused on applying engineering principles to various projects, including stormwater and structural engineering.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field and demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills. Proficiency in AutoCAD is preferred. This position is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates seeking to start their engineering careers.

Qualifications

• Degree from an ABET accredited school.
• Prior internships in the A/E industry preferred.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and reviews design computations and plans.
• Reviews submittals and coordinates project submissions.
• Prepares technical reports and specifications.
• Completes inspections and field work assignments.
• Maintains documentation of work and project records.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Hydrologic and Hydraulic Software Packages

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering

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.