Junior Civil Engineer

GAI Consultants Inc.; Town of Colonie (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a forward-thinking company where your engineering skills can shine! As a Junior Engineer, you'll engage in vital transportation projects that enhance community infrastructure. This role offers hands-on experience in traffic engineering, structural design, and project coordination, all while working alongside seasoned professionals. With a commitment to personal growth and a collaborative environment, you'll have the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive setting. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes your well-being and development.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

Discretionary annual employee bonus

401K & Profit-Sharing Plan

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Paid professional licensing fees

Paid membership fees in professional organizations

Summer BBQs

Free snacks

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in engineering, preferably in civil or traffic engineering.
• Proficiency in design software like AutoCAD or Microstation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field work and traffic engineering analysis.
• Prepare construction drawings and perform basic engineering analysis.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Structural analysis

Report writing

Cost estimating

Field observation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

Inroads

AutoTurn

Synchro

Vissim

GIS software

Job description

Description

Creighton Manning, a GAI Consultants, Inc. company, is seeking a Junior Engineer (0-2 years of experience) to complement our existing Engineering staff in our Site/Civil, Traffic, Transit, Highway, Structures and Construction Inspection Groups. The successful Junior Engineer candidate will be based out of our Albany, NY office.

About This Position:

Responsibilities may include, depending on your field of expertise:

• Field work


• Traffic engineering and analysis of roadways and signals


• Structural analysis and design of bridges


• Design and layout of project components in 2d and 3d


• Preparing construction drawings and documents


• Field observation for adherence to construction plans and specifications


• Report writing and cost estimating

Essential Job Duties:

• Primary data collector in the field.


• Perform specific portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.


• Perform standard computations or basic engineering analysis.


• Maintain equipment inventory.


• Attend project meetings with senior staff.


• Responsible for basic QA/QC tasks; review of own work, as well as reviewing the work of Junior Engineers and Technicians.


• Provide limited supervision to technicians.


• Coordination with municipalities/agencies regarding background volumes, accident data, signal timings, etc.


• Develop and analyze trip generation and volume.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program or an approved equivalent.


• 0-2 years of experience


• Proficiency with either AutoCAD or Microstation, Inroads, AutoTurn, Synchro, Vissim and GIS software a plus, but not required.

Comprehensive, People-Centered Benefits for Total Wellness:

• Excellent, competitive pay based on experience and qualifications


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options


• Flexible work schedule including WFH policy (2 days/week)


• Discretionary annual employee bonus


• 401K & Discretionary Profit-Sharing Plan


• Generous PTO


• Tuition reimbursement


• Paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance


• Paid professional licensing fees


• Paid membership fees in professional organizations


• Bonus perks such as summer BBQs, golf outing, holiday party, and free snacks!

Why Creighton Manning:

Are you looking for a collaborative work environment where you can work on exciting and vital transportation projects that transform your community, where each person is valued and work-life balance is key? If so, come join our growing, multidisciplinary team of engineers based in the greater NY Capital Region, Lower Hudson Valley, and Syracuse.

This is an exceptional opportunity for personal and career growth through exposure to a wide range of design projects, interaction with highly skilled and motivated colleagues, and team-based training.

With over 50 years of experience in NY's Capital Region and adjacent areas, our team provides expertise in civil engineering, surveying, and construction inspection-- serving public and private clients across 4 main markets: transportation, municipal, land development, and energy.

Come be part of a winning team that leads in excellence, has received 16 different industry awards and accolades for engineering work over the last 7 years across various NY counties, and has been chosen as a 2023 Best Place to Work by the Albany Business Review and a Top Workplace for 4 of the last 7 years by the Times Union, the top news organization in NY's Capital Region.

At Creighton Manning, continuous learning and mentoring are part of our DNA. There are opportunities to advance your career, either on the technical track towards Project Manager or into various corporate leadership positions. Team members get 360 reviews with input from peers and managers, to get a broad picture of their contributions.

Pay Rate:

$24/hr-$34/hr

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors of Engineering (required)

Experience

0 - 2 years: Related experience (required)

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