Graduate Engineer

Apex Engineering Group; Dickinson (AL); On-site; USD 88,828,000 - 114,616,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid parental leave

FSAs/HSAs

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

Apex Engineering Group seeks a Graduate Engineer to join our civil/environmental team in Dickinson. You will contribute to water and wastewater projects from planning through design and construction, and may serve as the owner’s on-site representative during construction.

You will work with project teams to develop plans, specifications, and reports, support business development, and grow into a lead role under senior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering; Master’s degree is a plus.
• EI certification or ability to obtain within one year.
• 5+ years as Civil/Environmental Engineer in water or wastewater.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail oriented, self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Flexible working style; may modify schedules to meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows/Office.
• AutoCAD, Civil 3D or similar CAD software is a plus.
• Experience with water distribution/collection system design is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license required; office/site work as scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional civil engineering services including planning, design, specs, plans, reports, construction observation and project management.
• Communicate updates and progress with supervisors and project managers.
• Attend company, project, and client meetings regularly.
• Assist with proposals and interviews; participate in business development as experience grows.
• Take initiative and make rational judgments.
• Serve as on-site RPR during construction.
• Work with Apex team to develop project plans and specs.
• Follow company CADD procedures and safety policies.
• Perform duties with detail and integrity, independently and in a team.
• Participate in professional organizations and community leadership.
• Occasional travel and overtime during construction season.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team environment

Detail oriented

Flexible scheduling

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Engineer Intern (EI) certification

5+ years experience in civil/environmental engineering

Master’s degree is a plus

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Water/wastewater modeling software

Microsoft Windows/Office

Job description

Office Location: Dickinson, ND

Primary responsibilities include working as a key project team member on water or wastewater projects from the planning phase through design and construction. A Graduate Engineer shall be capable of independently and collaboratively contributing to the design and development of project plans, specifications while working with project team members. Graduate Engineers typically report to a Project Manager or Senior Engineer. Additional responsibilities will include taking on the role of resident project representative (RPR) in the field during construction projects as necessary.

Essential Tasks and Duties:

• Provide professional civil engineering services for clients by providing: planning, design, specifications, plans, reports, construction observation and project management.
• Communicate frequently and effectively with supervisors and project managers on a consistent basis by providing updates and progress during all phases of projects
• Attend company meetings, project meetings and client meetings on a regular basis.
• This position will require a limited role initially in preparing proposals and participating in interviews for securing work for the firm. Responsibilities for business development will increase with experience and mentoring by senior staff.
• This position will require the initiative to think independently and make rational judgment calls.
• Expect to take on and understand the role of the project engineer and the owner’s on-site representative on construction projects.
• Work with Apex team members on the development of project plans and specifications.
• Understand and follow company CADD procedures.
• Understand and follow company employee handbook and mandated safety policies.
• Perform responsibilities in a conscientious, legal and ethical manner with a strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Participate in professional organizations and community leadership programs.
• Travel and out of town stays may be required periodically; may work overtime especially during the construction season.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Engineer Intern (EI) certified, or ability to obtain certification within one year.
• O-5 Years of experience working as a Civil or Environmental Engineer in the water or wastewater field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Must be detail oriented, self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Flexible working style and willingness to occasionally modify personal schedules as required to meet deadlines and/or client needs.
• Proficient using Microsoft Windows/Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D or other CADD-based civil design software is a plus.
• Knowledge or experience using water distribution or collection system modeling software is a plus.
• Experience in collection system and/or distribution system design, pump station design, sizing and selecting equipment, evaluating treatment alternatives, performing process calculations, preparing process and civil design drawings and preparing cost opinions is a plus.
• A valid driver’s license is required or the ability to obtain one.
• Required to work in the office or work site when scheduled.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to operate a computer under normal ergonomic office conditions.
• Required to work in an outdoors environment during construction season.
• May require prolonged periods of standing and walking to perform some of the essential tasks and duties associated with construction observation or surveying.
• Required to lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Must work scheduled and required hours.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements described here are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits:

We're looking for experience, entrepreneurs and enthusiasm. Apex Engineering Group believes that every employee plays an important role in our company's success and that is why we strive to provide our employees with a benefits program that rewards them for their hard work and dedication they put forth everyday.

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

1. Performance-based bonuses
2. Health, dental, and vision insurance
3. Life insurance
4. 401(k) plan with employer match and profit-sharing contribution
5. Paid parental leave
6. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
7. Paid time off
8. Short- and long-term disability coverage
9. Employee wellness program

Hourly Base Pay Range: $31 - $40 (Actual base pay is dependent on several factors, including experience, education, licensure, job location, and internal equity.)

EOE/AA