Engineering Specialist

About the role

An Engineering Specialist at HBK Engineering is a position that combines advanced technical expertise with team leadership responsibilities. This role involves applying broad knowledge of engineering principles and practices while independently evaluating, selecting, and adapting standard techniques and procedures to address unique and complex electrical, structural, civil, and construction-related challenges.

Responsibilities

• Design engineering systems in compliance with relevant specifications, codes, and client requirements for overhead and subsurface utility projects.
• Apply broad knowledge of engineering principles and practices to ensure design compliance with relevant specifications, codes, and client requirements.
• Independently evaluate, select, and adapt standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to address unique and complex electrical, structural, civil, and construction-related challenges.
• Act as a team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of utility engineering work.
• Train entry-level staff.
• Perform quality control reviews of engineering designs under the oversight of professional engineering staff.
• Interface with clients to discuss engineering topics within their area of expertise and to provide support to the engineering team.
• Prepare detailed engineering and construction documents using a variety of software tools including AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS systems, and client-specific enterprise asset management platforms.
• Analyze information from supplementary data sources including topographical survey, utility atlas information, field sketches, client records, manufacturer equipment datasheets, etc.
• Prepare reports and studies meeting client requirements that present technical information clearly and concisely.
• Work with project management and engineering leadership to manage project risk.
• Communicate complex engineering matters to internal project management, engineering leadership, and field resources.
• Independently manage time and schedule to achieve project milestones.
• Perform field walkdowns with internal staff, clients, customers, governance authorities, and construction partners.
• Travel as needed, typically

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is strongly preferred for this position.
• Typically 4+ years of relevant experience
• Proven experience working on utility or roadway design projects is required.
• US driver's license and US work authorization
• Ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary teams
• Strong technology skills and understanding of the Office365 suite of tools
• In-depth knowledge of 2D CADD software (AutoCAD or similar) including generating layout drawings and project materials
• Experience reviewing drawings or engineering materials developed by others
• Training experience with entry- and mid-level staff
• Understanding of remote communication software
• Ability to quickly come up to speed on in-process projects and hit the ground running
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills suited for both internal and external conversations
• Persistence to see projects through to completion
• Adaptability to change in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• US driver's license and US work authorization
• Ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary teams
• Strong technology skills and understanding of the Office365 suite of tools
• In-depth knowledge of 2D CADD software (AutoCAD or similar) including generating layout drawings and project materials
• Experience reviewing drawings or engineering materials developed by others
• Training experience with entry- and mid-level staff
• Understanding of remote communication software
• Ability to quickly come up to speed on in-process projects and hit the ground running
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills suited for both internal and external conversations
• Persistence to see projects through to completion
• Adaptability to change in a dynamic team environment.

Skills

• Advanced project management and risk management experience
• Enhanced client communication and technical reporting responsibilities
• Field experience through walkdowns and stakeholder interactions
• Travel opportunities for project work and professional development
• Collaborative work environment with project management and engineering leadership
• Clear career progression pathway within the HBK Organization's Engineering Track

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability and employer paid life insurance.
• All full-time roles are also eligible for 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and other role specific company paid professional development opportunities are also available.
• Advanced preparation for Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Pay

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $70,000.00/Yr. - USD $90,000.00/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible scheduling to accommodate project needs.