Civil/Structural Engineering Associate I

About the role

A Civil/Structural Engineering Associate I performs entry-level civil/structural engineering assignments associated with designing equipment, components, structures, or systems in our Metairie, LA office.

Responsibilities

• Gather and record information from vendor drawings, catalogs, and technical manuals to be utilized in the development of engineering specifications.
• Under direct supervision, prepare basic specifications for project assignments detailing client performance requirements, specific component needs, design requirements, applicable design codes, and vendor drawing requirements.
• Prepare basic sketches and perform basic engineering calculations for project assignments.
• Review vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.
• Interact and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and other consultants.
• Track and maintain awareness of the schedule and budget for assigned project assignments.
• Adhere to company quality standards and follow engineering checking and approval procedures.
• Comply with all company and client health, safety, security, and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations.
• Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions, or incidents to your supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required.
• Bachelor’s Degree from ABET Accredited Institution preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering preferred.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification preferred.

Skills

• Ability to find solutions for or proactively deal with work-related problems.
• Ability to comprehend instructions and request clarification as necessary.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize and direct a project to completion.