Entry-Level Project Engineer

Giles Flythe Engineers; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Training and professional development

Gym membership reimbursement

Job summary

A structural engineering firm in Cary, North Carolina is seeking an Entry Level Project Engineer. In this position, you will assist with site inspections, structural assessments, and prepare technical reports for property owners. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in civil or related engineering fields and EIT certification. The role emphasizes strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field with a structural focus.
• Proven technical writing and report writing skills.
• Strong communication skills with daily client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Assist property owners in forensic site inspections and technical reports.
• Perform on-site field investigations and structural assessments.
• Complete forensic structural engineering evaluations and reports.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Project management

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil, construction or architectural engineering

Engineering Intern Training (EIT) Certification

Job description

ENTRY LEVEL PROJECT ENGINEER (EI)

Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. is looking for an entry-level Project Engineer to join our Cary, North Carolina team.

THE WORK YOU WILL PERFORM:

In this role, you will be assisting property owners in solving problems and understanding building and site improvements through forensic site inspections, technical reports, and repair/construction design.

• Perform on-site field investigations and structural assessments of existing homes, buildings, or structures.
• Complete forensic structural engineering evaluations and reports.
• Perform residential and commercial structural design.
• Work on construction administration projects.
• Effectively and professionally communicate in writing and verbally with clients, including homeowners, property owners, contractors, engineers, and architects.
• Travel to inspection sites, both residential and commercial.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Bachelor's degree in civil, construction or architectural engineering from an accredited engineering program. Preferably a structural engineering focus.
• Engineering Intern Training (EIT) Certification
• Proven technical writing and report writing skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact with clients daily.
• Ability to work independently but also as part of a team.
• Ability to work on several projects simultaneously.
• Willing to perform crawl spaces, attics, basements, and roof inspections. Must have the ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, climb and balance.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and AutoCAD.
• Valid Driver's license with a good driving record.

ABOUT GILES FLYTHE ENGINEERS (GFE):

Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. was founded in 2003 with a focus on evaluating buildings and site improvements. We specialize in working with property owners and community associations in problem-solving, repair/maintenance planning, pre‑purchase due diligence, cost estimating, and structural design. We work with thousands of properties each year, including commercial real estate, high‑rise condominium properties, townhome communities, and single-family residential properties. Our clients include commercial real‑estate investors/owners, homeowners, community associations, general contractors, and architects.

OUR TEAM

Our team has a wide range of relevant engineering experience, including environmental engineering, structural engineering, site civil engineering, land development, stormwater engineering, mechanical engineering, and building envelope evaluations. We have a highly collaborative culture which enables us to readily draw from the experience and expertise of our team. We embrace a decentralized leadership structure relying on empowered autonomous team members to make most decisions.

WHY WORK FOR GFE?

Giles Flythe Engineers offers a collaborative work environment with a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a clearly defined bonus plan based on individual performance. We offer health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, training, professional development, and gym membership reimbursement. As we continue to grow, we anticipate many future career growth and development opportunities.

Giles Flythe Engineers, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.