Entry Level Civil Engineer (Rail Track)

Olsson; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Performance bonus

Job summary

Olsson is seeking an Assistant Engineer for the Rail Track Team to support track and civil design, project execution, quality control reviews, scheduling, and estimating. You will coordinate with technical staff and assist in producing quality work under supervision.

You will gain experience in design and modeling software, receive guidance from senior staff on project schedules, and contribute to broader projects while potentially traveling to sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering required.
• Engineer Intern (EI) certificate must be possessed or obtained.
• Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to diligently research applicable requirements and regulations.
• Advanced mathematical and analytical abilities and working knowledge of applicable technologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project design elements for engineering projects using standard techniques and established methods.
• Perform entry-level plan production with clearly defined instructions.
• Gain knowledge and experience in design and modeling software.
• Receive guidance from senior staff on project schedules and engineering calculations.
• Contribute to parts of a broader project under direct supervision.
• Gather and prepare research for technical reports.
• Mentor student interns by answering questions and guiding routine tasks.
• May travel and work in various terrains and weather at project sites.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Ownership of work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

Engineering design software

Modeling software

Job description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

As an Assistant Engineer for Olsson’s Rail Track Team, you will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks including track & civil design, project execution, quality control reviews, scheduling, estimating, and potential travel for projects. You will also support marketing and business development efforts, coordinate with technical staff, and promote efficiencies in producing quality work.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Assists with project design elements for engineering projects utilizing familiarity with standard techniques and established methods.
• Performs entry-level plan production and receives clearly defined instructions for necessary tasks.
• Gains knowledge and experience working within design and modeling software.
• Receives guidance from senior level staff to assist with project schedules and technical engineering calculations.
• Contributes to limited portions of a broader project while under direct supervision.
• Gathers and prepares research to assist with the assembly of technical reports.
• May provide mentoring to student interns by answering questions and offering guidance with routine assignments.
• May travel and work in all types of terrain and weather conditions at project sites in various stages of construction.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities

You bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Must possess or obtain Engineer Intern certificate (EI).
• Has solid interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Has the ability to diligently research applicable requirements and regulations.
• Has advanced mathematical and analytical abilities.
• Has working knowledge (or the ability to become proficient) in applicable technologies.
• Develops an understanding of how the firm operates as a consulting business and how this role contributes to the success of the organization.
• Has a valid driver’s license and a good driving history.

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Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
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In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

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