Staff Engineer - Construction

Intertek; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Intertek is seeking a Staff Engineer for the Building and Construction team in Houston, Texas. The role targets a newly graduated engineering professional eager to gain experience in the construction industry.

The Staff Engineer will perform evaluations, document observations, and may participate in client interactions. Occasional field and laboratory work, plus up to 25% travel, are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program is required.
• 1 year experience preferred.
• EIT certification preferred.
• Effective communication skills (written, verbal, listening) and solid interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to read and understand work plans.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of assignments with evaluation using standard techniques, with minor adaptations as needed.
• Preliminary report writing and review.
• Reviews project plans and specifications prepared by others.
• Attends client site meetings and communicates with client and project teams.
• Works on one or multiple projects at a time.
• Trains Technicians and may perform on-site observations, sample collection and testing.
• May work both in the field and laboratory.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Reading work plans

Field and lab work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (ABET accredited)

EIT certification

Job description

STAFF ENGINEER - CONSTRUCTION

PSI, an Intertek Company, is planning to add a Staff Engineer to our Building and Construction team in Houston, Texas. The target candidate population for this role is a newly graduated engineering professional looking to gain experience in the Construction Industry.

The Staff Engineer role performs various evaluations, documents observations related to sample collections and testing, and may represent the company in client interactions.

How you’ll make an impact at Intertek:

• Performs a variety of assignments that include independent evaluations using standard techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment to make minor adoptions and modifications to these standards


• Performs preliminary report writing and review


• Reviews project plans and specifications prepared by others


• Attends client site meetings


• Communicates effectively with client and project teams


• Works on one or multiple projects at a time


• Trains Technicians


• May perform on-site observations, sample collection, and specific tests


• May work both in the field and laboratory regularly


• Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work

What it takes to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited/ABET school is required


• 1 year experience preferred


• EIT certification preferred


• Effective communication skills (written, verbal and listening) and solid interpersonal skills are required


• The ability to read and understand work plans is required


• Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed


• May travel up to 25% of time

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, move, push and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently; Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance


• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound


• Ability to kneel and squat occasionally


• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time


• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. For certain safety-sensitive roles, a pre-employed drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal peopleis our greatest asset, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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