Water Resources Engineering Intern

GEI Consultants, Inc.; Plymouth (MI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules are available

Career development opportunities

Competitive total rewards

Job summary

GEI Consultants, Inc. in Plymouth, Michigan is seeking motivated individuals to support a broad range of water resources engineering technician duties.

You will collaborate with engineers, scientists, and technical staff from conception through construction on restoration and infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include field data collection, drafting with AutoCAD and ArcGIS, and hydrologic/hydraulic modeling using tools like HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, HY-8, and Excel.

Qualifications

• Pursuit of a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Geotechnical Engineering or related field, with coursework completed in hydrology, hydraulics, and soils.
• Previous experience performing hydrologic and/or hydraulic modeling preferred.
• Previous experience with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and surveying equipment preferred.
• Ability to perform field work in active construction sites without restrictions, and in inclement weather if required.

Responsibilities

• Work with engineers, scientists, and field technicians while performing field data collection and construction observation/documentation for restoration and infrastructure projects.
• Assist with drafting plans and drawings utilizing AutoCAD and ArcGIS tools.
• Analysis of geospatial datasets and survey data for development of hydrologic and hydraulic models.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Civil/Environmental/Geotechnical Eng

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Surveying equipment

Job description

Description

Your role at GEI. The Plymouth, Michigan office of GEI is seeking highly motivated individuals to perform a broad range of water resources engineering technician duties. Candidates will work with engineers, scientists, and other technical staff to contribute to development of projects from conception to completed construction. This position will support GEI’s civil/water resources practice, which provide services in a wide range of settings. Representative projects of the position include data collection and analysis of riverine, ground water, and coastal systems and preparation of maps, figures, and plan sets. Occasional field engineering may also be assigned.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Work with engineers, scientists, and field technicians while performing field data collection and construction observation/documentation for restoration and infrastructure projects.
• Assist with drafting plans and drawings utilizing AutoCAD and ArcGIS tools.
• Analysis of geospatial datasets and survey data for development of hydrologic and hydraulic models. Typical modeling tools include HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, HY-8, and empirical calculations in Excel.
• Travel to project sites occasionally required, including overnight travel.
• Work will be directed by various project managers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuit of a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Geotechnical Engineering or related field, with coursework completed in hydrology, hydraulics, and soils.
• Previous experience performing hydrologic and/or hydraulic modeling preferred.
• Previous experience with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and surveying equipment preferred.
• Ability to perform field work in active construction sites without restrictions, and in inclement weather if required.
• Excellent organizational skills and verbal/written communication skills.
• Willing to travel and work in the field as required.
• A valid driver’s license.

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
• For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available
• And More...

Physical Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands

Sedentary

Light

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional (0-35% of day)

Frequent (33-66% of day)

Continuous (67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting X (4+ hours)

Standing X (1-2 hours)

Walking X (1-2 hours)

Climbing X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (0-25 lbs)

Lifting (waist level and above) (0-25 lbs)

Carrying objects X

Push/pull X

Twisting X

Bending X

Reaching forward X

Reaching overhead X

Squat/kneel/crawl X

Wrist position deviation X

Pinching/fine motor skills 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

Color Discrimination X

Sensory Requirements Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception X

Hearing X

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens X

Chemical X

Airborne communicable diseases X

Extreme temperatures X

Radiation X

Uneven surfaces or elevations X

Extreme noise levels X

Dust/particulate matter X

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