Utility Engineer I — Field & Design Kickstart

THREE NOTCH GROUP INC; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Technical training opportunities

Company vehicle or mileage

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Three Notch Group is seeking an Engineer I in Utility Practice to support the preparation of constructible engineering documents under a licensed Professional Engineer. The role blends field and office work, helping with plans, reports, cost estimates, and permits while developing technical proficiency and pursuing licensure.

The ideal candidate is an early-career engineer ready to apply classroom knowledge, collaborate with clients and internal teams, and gain experience toward licensure and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biosystems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline with zero to two years of experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D or related engineering software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to apply fundamental mathematical concepts, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, and basic financial calculations.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, interpersonal, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ability to perform essential engineering support duties in both office and field environments.
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, read, write, see, hear, and communicate as required for the role.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds or more and work extended hours when needed.
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, work around loud construction-site environments, and travel overnight occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Assist with client communication and attend client or public meetings as needed.
• Use computer-aided design tools and engineering software to prepare engineering plans, reports, design documents, and construction documents.
• Visit project and construction sites to monitor progress, collect information, and support project requirements.
• Contribute to project quality-control activities and take responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of assigned work.
• Define technical problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions under appropriate supervision.
• Read and interpret engineering and construction documents, governmental regulations, technical procedures, and applicable design standards.
• Assist with the preparation and modification of specifications, studies, permits, plans, reports, designs, quantity estimates, and construction cost estimates.
• Prepare design computations and project deliverables under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer, with increasing proficiency and independence.
• Communicate with project managers and practice leaders regarding assignments, schedule milestones, budgets, and project status.
• Manage time effectively to complete quality work within established project schedules and budgets.
• Participate in assigned training, professional activities, software development, certifications, and other professional-development opportunities.
• Actively pursue Engineer-in-Training certification and eventual Professional Engineer licensure.
• Follow established guidelines, company policies, and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Math fundamentals

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Organization

Problem solving

Independent and team work

Field and office readiness

Ability to lift 25 pounds

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Three Notch Group is seeking an Engineer I in Utility Practice to support the preparation of constructible engineering documents under a licensed Professional Engineer. The role blends field and office work, helping with plans, reports, cost estimates, and permits while developing technical proficiency and pursuing licensure.

The ideal candidate is an early-career engineer ready to apply classroom knowledge, collaborate with clients and internal teams, and gain experience toward licensure and