Engineering Technician

Houston Engineering, Inc.; Thief River Falls (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Minnesota seeks an entry-level Civil Technician to assist with various engineering tasks. You'll drive to construction sites, assist engineers with project designs and documentation, and ensure compliance with regulations. Join a supportive team offering competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Significant annual bonuses

Employee paid health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Short and long-term disability

PTO and paid holidays

Parental leave

Generous 401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Qualifications

• High school graduate with post-secondary education a plus.
• Able to work extended periods of time in outdoor conditions.
• Valid driver’s license and availability for overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Drive to construction sites and document engineering activities.
• Communicate with contractors and project managers.
• Review permit applications for compliance.

Skills

General knowledge of construction

Ability to read and interpret construction plans

Above average math skills

Above average communication skills

Education

High school graduate

Post-secondary education

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Bluebeam

GPS

Total Station

Job description

Job Description

As an entry level Civil Technician, we will train you for the day-to-day activities to include:

• Drive a company vehicle to construction civil engineering job sites and document civil engineering construction activities into a daily log using engineering related software such as Builterra.
• Communicate with construction contractors and the project manager regarding the construction activities.
• Review permit applications for rule compliance.
• Operate electronic survey instruments such as GPS and Total Station.
• Assist Engineers with estimates, project design, construction plan development while working in engineering related software such as AutoCAD Civil3D and Bluebeam.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

• High school graduate with post-secondary education a plus.
• General knowledge of construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints and maps.
• Able to work extended periods of time in outdoor conditions.
• Above average math and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and availability for overnight travel.

Additional Information

Benefits of Joining HEI

As part of our talented staff, you will enjoy competitive pay and significate annual bonuses. The estimated rate of pay is $41,880 - $47,114, depending on experience. Other benefits include employee paid health, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, generous 401(k) match, access to HSA, FSAs, flexible schedules, annual HEI logo wear, plus more.

Additionally, view our careers page to read about HEI being selected as one of the ENR top 500 design firms and as one of the PB 50 best places to work for several years in a row!

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