Construction Engineer-in-Training (Summer 2027)

About the role

We are seeking to grow our construction engineering team in Woodcliff Lake, NJ. You will be joining our aspirational and enthusiastic team in providing our clients with high quality and complex engineering solutions. We define construction engineering as design consulting services across many aspects of project delivery ranging from construction logistics planning, demolition and shoring design, means and methods, crane and hoist design, steel connections, and site observations. The right candidate will have a background in structural engineering design, with the aptitude of working with contractors on projects that are in the construction phase.

Responsibilities

In this entry level position, the Engineer will learn to apply a combination of engineering theory and experience to provide our clients with best-for-project solutions. They will be responsible for completing technical design work, communicating ideas and solutions in the form of sketches, compiling design calculations, and attending and documenting site observations.

• Perform structural engineering analysis and design of temporary and permanent works.
• Complete structural analysis of permanent structures during the construction phase.
• Develop and assess construction sequence proposals.
• Produce sketches to communicate the design to our clients.
• Assist in the preparation of project deliverables, including but not limited to: reports, permit applications, drawings and specifications, cost estimates, field data collection, shop drawing review, calculations, material testing and BIM/CADD work.
• Perform basic survey work and observe construction activities.
• Review input from Project or Technical Managers and make the necessary adjustments and corrections to work product.
• Perform work in a timely and effective manner within assigned schedules and budgets.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• General knowledge of required design software (MicroStation, AutoCAD, Revit)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Good communication and technical writing skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically

Preferred

• Previous internships or work experience in the engineering field
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to maintain required certifications
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check
• Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position