Engineering Intern I

Kirkham Michael & Associates, Inc.; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirkham Michael & Associates, Inc. is seeking an entry-level civil engineer to begin a focused career under the guidance of senior team members in Urbandale, IA. This role emphasizes professional development, basic design tasks, and collaboration to deliver quality client solutions.

You will gain experience applying civil engineering fundamentals to construction projects, support data collection, drawings, and analyses, and participate in ongoing learning with the team to advance career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program (or equivalent).
• Engineer in Training or Engineering Intern within 1 year of hire.
• No prior years of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Acquires limited knowledge and develops basic skills.
• Performs routine technical work under supervision.
• Collects data and prepares drawings and analyses.
• Participates in life-long learning and professional development.
• Supports field observations and basic survey activities.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (ABET accredited)

Master’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Geopak

MicroStation

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Urbandale, IA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1200

Company Summary

Kirkham Michael is an award-winning multi-disciplined civil engineering firm dedicated to the success of our clients. We provide full-service engineering from concept to final design and construction engineering services. Kirkham Michael provides integrated engineering and construction services to a wide variety of public and private clients. We are a dynamic firm focused on our clients’ success and we fulfill project and program needs from initial concept through implementation with innovative, yet practical solutions. We employ results-oriented professionals in offices throughout Nebraska, Iowa, and Kansas.

Kirkham Michael continually invests in our people and their skills to maximize the value delivered to our clients. Our engineering expertise, clear communications, and commitment to our clients’ success have been proven time and again on successful projects throughout the region.

Kirkham Michael is a growing company with great benefits. Join us today!

Job Summary/Objective

Start your civil engineering career with Kirkham Michael! The candidate will work under the direction of a senior team member and receive specific instruction for required tasks and project components. The ideal team member is a driven individual focused on building a career with our team with professional presence, solid decision-making, planning, and organizational skills. This is an opportunity to really challenge your critical thinking with a significant opportunity for career growth!

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Acquires limited knowledge and develops basic skills.
• Applies prescribed techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasks.
• Performs routine technical work which does not require previous experience.
• Acquires an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities.
• Understands quality program.
• Collects data and gathers information or documents.
• Performs standard computations or analysis.
• Prepares drawings and visual aids.
• Observes construction activities on an as-needed basis.
• Performs basic survey services.
• Receives close supervision on all aspects of assignments.
• Possesses basic oral and written communication skills. Interacts with other staff.
• Engaged in life-long learning to maintain knowledge of contemporary issues.
• Strong technical/qualitative writing ability.
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of civil engineering to construction projects.
• High level of energy; great at problem solving.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Attend CSM Assignments.
• Member of professional practice organization.
• Involved in outreach activities with community service organizations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No managerial responsibilities at this level.
• Mix of office environment and outdoor

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, walking, standing, bending, ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Travel Required

• The travel expectation for this role will be up to 25%.

Required Education and Experience

Requirements that are job-related and consistent with business necessity.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. Master’s degree or Equivalent.
• Engineer in Training, Engineering Intern (within 1 year of date of hire)
• No prior years of experience required

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferences that are job-related and consistent with business necessity.

• Experience with Geopak and Microstation
• Professional Engineering License
• Experience or knowledge of DOT Standard Plans and Specifications

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

We provide career growth opportunities and recognize and reward an individual's contributions, efforts, and teamwork. Kirkham Michael offers a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. We have an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), 401K plan, professional membership and tuition reimbursement program, an employee assistance program, and a flexible spending account.

Kirkham Michael is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.