Early Career Engineer/Architect

Responsibilities

• Assist with investigations, condition assessments, and construction observations of buildings and structural components.
• Conduct field testing using various tools and methods, including nondestructive testing techniques.
• Absorb and prepare client deliverables, including engineering reports, construction documents, drawings, details, and technical specifications.
• Contribute to the development of structural repair, retrofit, or stabilization recommendations under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Interface with internal and external project teams, clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to support project execution.
• Participate in site visits and construction-phase services to monitor progress and document compliance with design requirements.
• Collaborate with team members to expand your knowledge of building systems, structural behavior, materials, and industry best practices.
• Manage time and tasks effectively to support multiple ongoing projects with varying scopes and deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Two (2) plus years of similar experience (including internships and co-op positions).
• Excellent technical, written, graphical and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent communication, report writing and customer relations skills.
• Ability to adapt to new challenges and learn new concepts.
• Desire for continuous learning.
• Work well with others, courteous, patient, and respectful.
• Personal awareness of role as an SME ambassador.
• Fortitude required to stick with a problem until solved.
• Open-mindedness to opinions of others.
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends on an as-needed basis.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds, stand for long periods of time, work from heights, work in tight spaces and inclement weather.
• Ability to work in an efficient and organized manner independently and with a team.
• Ability to drive and safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Willingness to travel to cover out-of-town overnight projects.

Benefits

At SME, we believe that taking care of our employees is the cornerstone of our success. Our commitment to your well-being goes beyond a job-it is about helping you thrive both personally and professionally. We offer a benefits package that is not simply meeting an expectation, but a key component of your overall job satisfaction. The following list highlights many of the benefits SME offers its employees:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision after 30 days of employment.
• SME covers the premium cost of medical insurance so that you and your families never have to worry about the costs of healthcare.
• 401k match
• Yearly profit sharing that goes directly into your 401k
• Yearly performance bonuses
• Yearly wage evaluations
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Time Off