Roadway/Civil Engineer in Training
Job Description
Are we the road to your future?
We are currently searching for a junior level Roadway/Civil Engineer in Training to support our Mid Atlantic Region located in Springfield, VA.
To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
What you’ll be doing:
Gaining familiarity with calculating plans quantities and engineering estimates, developing construction specifications, and coordinating with subconsultants
Learning and assisting in the development of projects with more senior engineers to successfully execute and deliver project work, while implementing client focused strategies
Applying established and well-defined engineering techniques, procedures, policies, or standards
Preparing and modifying reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, and designs for projects
Aspires to work in a team environment. Work as part of a team to deliver a range of transportation and civil design projects
Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies. Coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members
Attends appropriate team meetings
Adjusts and correlates data, recognizes discrepancies in results
Identify and analyze problems using reasoning to arrive at conclusions
Applies standard practices and techniques to accomplish work assignments
Understands and adheres to assigned phase and task schedules and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of project
Adheres to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual
What you need to have:
BS degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
1 - 4 years relevant experience in roadway or civil design
FE/EIT is preferred
Internship or prior work related experience a bonus but not required
MicroStation/AutoCad experience a bonus
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
Valid driver’s license
A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
Why Volkert?
Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.
Key Benefits:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Medical, Dental, & Vision
401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
Wellness incentives
Student Debt Retirement Match
Additional voluntary benefits
The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.
“For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”
– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer
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