Structural (Bridge) Graduate EIT

Huitt-Zollars, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)

Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)

Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)

MDLive Telehealth

Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability

8 Paid Holidays

Employee Morale/Teambuilding events

Paid Vacation/Annual Leave

Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Professional Societies Fee Reimbursements

Term Life / AD&D insurance

401(k) and ESOP retirement plans

Job summary

Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is seeking a Structural (Bridge) Graduate Engineer-in-Training (EIT) for its Dallas office. This full-time role offers the chance to collaborate with a Professional Engineer and develop technical expertise crucial for licensure as a Professional Engineer.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, with relevant experience in design and analysis of transportation structures. The position provides a range of benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate to 4 years' experience with transportation structures.
• Preferably passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

Responsibilities

• Acquire understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities.
• Prepare calculations according to design codes and standard practices.
• Attend project meetings and assist with presentations.

Skills

MicroStation

OpenBridge

RISA

STADD

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE)

Master of Science Degree in Civil Engineering (MSCE)

Job description

Structural (Bridge) Graduate EIT (2)

Huitt-Zollars’ Dallas office has a great opportunity for a Structural (Bridge) Graduate Engineer-in-Training (EIT). This full-time structural position is within our transportation group and also provides the opportunity to support other disciplines on an as needed basis. HZ’s portfolio includes major bridge and transportation structures across the country including specialty analysis and signature bridges. Our portfolio includes prestressed, post-tensioned and conventionally reinforced concrete structures as well as steel structures. The Graduate EIT will work directly with a Professional Engineer to develop professional technical expertise and knowledge necessary to fulfill the experience requirement for licensure as a Professional Engineer.

Location: Dallas, Texas

Employment Type: Full Time (40 Hours)

Compensation Type: Salary

Registration(s): EIT

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE)

Duties

• Acquire an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities
• Apply prescribed methods and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform tasks assigned by Professional Engineers
• Prepare calculations in accordance with applicable design codes by following standard engineering practices and procedures within established guidelines
• Prepare design plans and develop quantity calculations
• Assist in preparation of project reports and/or design specifications
• Participate in design reviews to evaluate design concepts
• Attend project meetings and assist with presentations
• Interact and collaborate with others on project assignments
• Implement Huitt-Zollars’ Quality Management Plans for project deliverables

Key Responsibilities

• Understands, follows, and enforces Huitt-Zollars' business process.
• Productively collaborates with others and leads or encourages teams to achieve success and camaraderie amongst each other.
• Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.
• Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge current.
• Assist with appropriate administrative and project support tasks supporting the needs of the project team and office.
• Complete assignments on-time, within budget, and with highest level of quality.
• Routinely proposes and produces more effective ways to accomplish assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BSCE)
• Recent grad to 4 years’ experience
• Experience with relevant technology/software such as MicroStation, OpenBridge, RISA, STADD
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Master of Science Degree in Civil Engineering (MSCE) preferred
• Successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam preferred
• Experience in design and plan preparation of Transportation Structures preferred

Benefits & Perks

• Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• MDLive Telehealth
• Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
• Paid Vacation/Annual Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
• Term Life / AD&D insurance
• Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
• Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
• Must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities

Legal & Employment Statements

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions. Huitt-Zollars does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a previously signed third-party agreement. 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 any other legally protected status. Huitt-Zollars is a federal contractor and subcontractor and abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60‑741.5(a), which prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action to employ and advance qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.