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Civil Engineer- Early Career

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Job Description - Civil Engineer- Early Career

Description

Shive-Hattery's Madison, WI office has an immediate opening for a new graduate or early career Civil Engineer with 0 to 4 years experience.

With the support of the Group Leader and Civil Engineers in this office this position assists on a variety of design projects across the private and public sectors.

  • Assist more senior civil engineers with entry level engineering tasks
  • Assist with engineering design for a wide variety of public and private projects in the industrial, healthcare, education, commercial and government market sectors
  • Duties will include preparation of AutoCAD drawings, reports and technical specifications
  • Design tasks will include roadway design, trails, parking lots, site grading, drainage and storm sewer design, sanitary sewer design, water main design, project phasing, traffic control and other site design components
  • Assist with performing onsite construction administration and construction observation services including reporting and monitoring contractor's compliance with contract documents.

Requirements

  • Education: Graduate of an accredited engineering school
  • Experience: new graduate or early career Design Professional with 0 to 4 years experience; Internships/summer experience in general civil engineering or construction a plus
  • License/Certification: Have passed or are scheduled to take the Fundamentals Of Engineering exam to obtain official Engineering Intern 
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D experience a plus
  • MicroStation 3D experience a plus
  • Communicates effectively, written and orally
  • Demonstrates an ability to be service oriented to existing and potential clients
  • Reads and understands construction engineering plans and drawings, including sheet references and layering
  • Works effectively with other Engineers on multi-discipline teams
  • Manages time and workload effectively which includes planning, organization and prioritization with attention to detail
  • Must be able to drive and have access to an automobile, climb ladders and work off of elevated platforms and open grating, and wear personal protective equipment required for specific clients and sites
  • Must be able to pass drug screening tests and background screening, which are both required for some client sites.

 Why Shive-Hattery? You will find the right balance at Shive-Hattery. A large pool of resources in a 500+ person design firm, with a small firm feel where you build personal connections with colleagues, partners and clients. Flourish as a professional with the freedom to chart your own course and make an impact – and Design What Matters to make the world a better place.
At Shive-Hattery, our learning and teaching culture is built on collaboration. You’ll have the opportunity to both learn from and teach your peers, working across disciplines to enhance your skills and grow professionally.
We offer a competitive total compensation package, including industry-leading pay and over thirty-five benefits designed to support your well-being and career development.
Benefit Highlights:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision – 4 tiers of coverage
  • Voluntary Life Insurance – Employee, Spouse, and Child
  • Voluntary Insurance Plans – Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
  • FSA – Medical & Dependent Care
  • 8 Paid Holidays + PTO
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401K/Roth 401K with Company Match
  • Overtime Bonus
  • Profit Sharing Bonus
  • First Time License Bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement & Licensure/Certification Financial Support
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
  • …And Many More!

Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

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