Entry Level Civil Engineer - Roadway and Rail

HNTB Corporation

San Jose (CA)

On-site

USD 83,000 - 125,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

HNTB Corporation in the San Jose, CA area is seeking an entry-level Civil/Transportation Engineer to contribute to project administration, roadway and rail design, and technical reports for Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties.

In-person presence in the San Jose office is required; you will support design teams with data collection, field investigations, and cost estimates while applying civil engineering principles and commonly used software like MicroStation, AutoCAD, and GIS.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
  • EIT certification preferred.
  • Master's degree preferred.
  • Knowledge of MicroStation or AutoCAD is a plus.
  • In-person presence at the San Jose office is required.

Responsibilities

  • Complete assigned work within the schedule and hours provided.
  • Assist in the preparation of project reports, plans, designs, and calculations.
  • Assist in the preparation of project quantity and cost estimates.
  • Assist engineering teams with organization and administrative support of design files.
  • Support engineering teams with data collection, field investigations, development and design of projects.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Engineering principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office
MicroStation
AutoCAD
GIS software

Job description

What We're Looking For At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners. This opportunity entails being responsible for assisting in the project administration, roadway and rail design, specifications and technical reports preparation for assigned projects in the San Francisco Bay Area, with a focus on projects located in Santa Clara County and Santa Cruz County. This is an entry level position requiring in-person presence at the San Jose office or the assigned field office. Assigned work tasks will require application of civil and transportation engineering principles as well as local travel to project sites and field offices to collaborate with the project team. On every assigned project, you will be a contributing member of the team to ensure successful project delivery for HNTB’s clients.

What You'll Do:
  • Completes assigned work within the schedule and number of hours provided.
  • Supports the preparation and modification of project reports, plans, designs, and calculations.
  • Assists in the preparation of project quantity and cost estimates.
  • Assists engineering teams with organization and administrative support of design files.
  • Supports engineering teams with various tasks and duties including but not limited to research, data collection, field investigations, development, and design of projects.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
What You'll Need:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
What You'll Bring:
  • Exhibits an understanding of engineering principles relevant to the discipline.
  • Attains knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, and familiarity with MicroStation, AutoCad and GIS software.
What We Prefer:
  • Master's degree in Engineering
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
  • Knowledgeable in MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
Additional Information

Location: San Jose, CA.

The approximate pay range for the California San Francisco Bay Area is $83,008.49 - $124,512.74. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don't have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB's spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities. Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value. When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee-owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer HNTB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.

Work Authorization In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will only employ qualified individuals legally authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required. HNTB participates in E-Verify. Know your rights: Right to Work.

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