Engineering Technician

Job Location: Belcourt, ND

HEI is continuously seeking talented candidates who support our firm’s core values: client-focused, committed to excellence and quality, and striving to be the ideal team player.

Houston Engineering Inc. (HEI), is a full-service civil engineering, surveying, environmental, and technology solutions consulting firm with multiple locations throughout the Midwest.  Having been in business since 1968, we have provided outstanding client service and effectively managed our business strategy resulting in sustained growth.  Our commitment continues to be meeting our clients’ needs and providing a productive and fun atmosphere for our employees.

As an entry level Engineering Technician, we will train you for the day-to-day activities to include:

• Drive a company vehicle to construction civil engineering job sites and document civil engineering construction activities into a daily log using engineering related software such as Builterra.
• Communicate with construction contractors and the project manager regarding the construction activities.
• Observe and document daily project construction progress and conformance with project plans and specifications.
• Review permit applications for rule compliance.
• Operate electronic survey instruments such as GPS and Total Station.
• Assist Engineers with estimates, project design, construction plan development while working in engineering related software such as AutoCAD Civil3D and Bluebeam.

• High school graduate with post-secondary education a plus.
• General knowledge of earthwork, pipeline and utility construction.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, project specifications, and maps.
• Able to work extended periods of time in outdoor conditions.
• Above average math, documentation, and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and availability for overnight travel.

Benefits of Joining HEI

As part of our talented staff, you will enjoy competitive pay, significant annual bonuses, paid health, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, generous 401(k) match, access to HSA & FSAs, flexible schedules, annual HEI logo wear, plus more.

Additionally, view our careers page to read about HEI being selected as one of the ENR top 500 design firms and as one of the PB 50 best places to work for several years in a row!

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