Lansing Civil Engineer Intern — Design, Field & Travel

GEI Consultants; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GEI Consultants in Lansing, MI is seeking Civil Engineers to join our growing office. This position will support design efforts for county drainage, storm water management, site development and municipal projects. Responsibilities include preparing design drawings in Civil 3D, providing field construction oversight, and developing drawings, specifications, bid documents and schedules.

Travel to project sites and GEI offices is required. We encourage candidates pursuing a B.S.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a B.S. in civil or environmental engineering.
• 0–3 years of professional experience.
• Strong written and oral communication; able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design drawings in Civil 3D with oversight from senior staff.
• Provide construction oversight in the field as required.
• Develop construction drawings, specifications, bid documents and schedules.
• Assist in development of project plans, schedules and budgets; help proposals and new business.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing B.S. in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

GEI is expanding and we are seeking Civil Engineers to join our growing Lansing, MI office. This individual will assist with ongoing engineering design efforts related to county drain work, storm water management, site development, and municipal engineering. Placement and responsibilities will vary with level of experience of applicant.

• Prepare design drawings in Civil 3D with oversight from senior staff.
• Provide construction oversight in the field as required.
• Develop construction drawings, technical specifications, bid documents and project schedules.
• Assist in development of project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Assist proposals to provide professional services and strive to develop new business in areas of specialty. Support other GEI offices with proposals and the delivery of professional services.
• Travel to project sites and other offices as required, including overnight travel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working toward B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering preferred.
• 0-3 years of professional experience.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to work well alone and in a team atmosphere.
• Must be willing to travel on temporary assignments as necessary, including field assignments.

We are GEI.

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here .

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Rewards and Recognition
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

x

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

X (4+ hours)

Standing

X (1-2 hours)

Walking

X (1-2 hours)

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

(0-25 lbs)

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

(0-25 lbs)

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Twisting

X

X

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

X

X

X

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X (4+ hours)

Taste or smell

X

Talk or hear

X

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

X

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Hearing

X

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

X

Chemical

X

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

X

Dust/particulate matter

X

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.

Disclaimer

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