Graduate Engineer I, Public Works

Halff; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Paid time off and holidays

Health Savings Account

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consulting firm is seeking a Graduate Engineer for their Georgia office. You will assist in the design and review of various public works projects, working collaboratively with a team of professionals. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in civil engineering and strong skills in communication, problem-solving, and CAD software. This role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, fostering growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 0 - 2 years of experience in Public Works projects.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment involved in civil engineering improvements.
• Proficient in computer-assisted design and modeling software.
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and tools.
• Proficiency with CAD software and related design tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a design team on public works projects.
• Use design software to render study results and designs.
• Estimate materials and labor to determine construction costs.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Knowledge of civil engineering principles

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Graduate Engineer, Public Works

Halff has an immediate opening for a Graduate Civil Engineer in our Atlanta, Georgia office. This position will assist in related studies, design, and reviews for construction and mapping projects such as airports, bridges, channels, dams, drainage systems, floodplains, public and private infrastructure, pipelines, roadways, and systems for water supply and sewage treatment. You will work as part of a team under the mentorship of a Professional Engineers (PEs) who is eager to help you grow. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, critical thinker, and problem solver. Someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is ready to take on new challenges with excellent communication skills. Background in Public Works.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with a talented design team on public works projects.
• Use design software and drawing tools to accurately render and communicate study results and designs; plans and designs other necessary and related systems and improvements.
• Draft reports and present plans to audiences with a wide range of backgrounds and technical knowledge, translating engineering and scientific information into easily digestible concepts.
• Estimate materials, equipment, and labor needed to determine an estimate of probable construction costs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or ABET accredited equivalent Engineering degree.
• 0 - 2 years of experience in Public Works projects.
• Passed the FE exam or able to pass within 6 months of hire.
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and tools.
• Knowledge of the materials, methods, and equipment involved in the construction or repair of civil engineering related improvements.
• Able to balance multiple and frequently conflicting objectives and make good decisions.
• Technical experience in computer-assisted design (CAD), AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other design, modeling, data recording, and analysis related software.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar productivity software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Extremely detail-oriented and accurate.

The Halff Public Works Advantage

• Diverse and interdisciplinary teams can manage projects from inception through completion.
• Halff’s Context Sensitive Solutions (CSS) experts ensure projects are designed in a manner sensitive to the environment and its context, without cost increases.
• Our QA/QC Program is designed to achieve high-quality deliverables.

Halff Public Works Services

• Infrastructure
• Parks and Recreations
• Traffic
• Water and Wastewater Utilities
• Water Resources
• Planning and Financing

Company Overview

Halff is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm planned, designed, engineered, constructed — and purposed — for people. Since 1950, we’ve been creating smart solutions that improve lives and communities by turning ideas into reality. Halff was founded on a core tenet: Focus on people, treat them well, and success will follow. It’s no wonder, then, that our employees and the culture they create result in our firm consistently being named a Top Workplace in America. Our industry-leading professionals collaborate to meet tough challenges in creative ways.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Plan

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Halff is a drug-free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.