Staff Engineer

Terracon; Niles (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon Corporation seeks an entry‑level engineer to provide Engineering consulting services across diverse projects. The role includes field investigations, data analysis, and preparation of plans and reports for review by senior engineers.

You will work under supervision to develop scope, cost estimates, and design recommendations while coordinating with project teams and clients. A Bachelor’s degree and driving privileges are required; a Master’s degree is preferred for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
• 0–3 years’ experience preferred.
• Master’s degree in Engineering preferred.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and participate in pre-task planning.
• Demonstrate quality practices and acumen.
• Provide consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
• Manage and execute small projects of minimal complexity.
• Assist in developing scope of work for routine projects.
• Assist in preparation of cost estimates, specifications, and related documents.
• Analyze data and perform engineering calculations for PE review.
• Coordinate field investigations, lab testing and data evaluation.
• Develop plans, schedules and coordinate detailed project work.
• Work with senior project manager and Professional Engineer of Record to gain experience.
• Make design recommendations for review by the Professional Engineer of Record.
• Prepare scopes, proposals, reports and plans for approval by senior professionals.
• May supervise field staff including engineers and technicians.
• Interact with client and project team to define scope and progress.

Skills

Field investigations

Engineering principles

Report writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

Job description

General Responsibilities

Provide engineering and consulting services for a broad array of projects and clients. This may include performing and/or leading field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations, design and development of plans and specifications, observation and inspection, and the writing, preparation, and review of related reports for the services provided. Review drawings and construction to assure compliance with plans and specifications. Prepare proposals and cost estimates, track and evaluate project progress, budgets, and recommend changes. Research and resolve design and construction problems. Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports. Apply sound engineering principles and be able to communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams. Services may be provided for existing or proposed projects in a variety of sectors, including public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, and industrial.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Demonstrate quality practices and acumen.
• Provide consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
• Proficient engineering professional responsible for managing and executing small projects of minimal complexity.
• Assist in developing the scope of work for routine projects.
• Assist in the preparation of cost estimates, specifications, and other project related documents.
• Analyze data, and perform engineering calculations and analysis for PE review.
• Conduct, coordinate or supervise field investigations, laboratory testing, and evaluation of respective data.
• Develop plans, schedules, conducts, and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Work closely with senior-level project manager and Professional Engineer of Record to gain project management and engineering experience.
• Makes design recommendations, adaptations and modifications for review and consideration by the Professional Engineer of Record.
• Prepares work scope, proposals and reports and plans investigations for approval by senior level professionals.
• May supervise field staff including graduate/field engineers, engineering technicians, exploration teams, laboratory staff and other support personnel.
• Interacts with client and project team in developing scope of services and communicating project progress.
• Works under the supervision of a Professional Engineer and a Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 0-3 years’ experience.
• Master’s degree in Engineering preferred.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.