Description

Want to work for a top structural engineering firm, but still retain that small company feel with a family atmosphere? Collins makes its people and culture a top priority, while providing the opportunity to work on a varied mix of interesting and unique projects. As a mid-size, but growing, multi-disciplined civil engineering and professional services firm, Collins is a great place to grow your career.

As an Engineer in our Fairfax, VA office, you will have the chance to be coached by seasoned engineers. The successful candidate will have a background and interest in structural engineering. This position will provide the opportunity for growth, where continuing development and participation in professional societies will be encouraged and supported.

This position includes a combination of structural design and inspection projects. Projects primarily include transportation structures (bridges and ancillary) and waterfront facilities (piers, wharves, and bulkheads). The position is a mix of office and fieldwork with some travel required.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform design and inspection/field work that does not require previous experience.
• Assist in the completion of inspection and assessment reports.
• Prepare design computations and quantity estimates.
• Keep Project Managers informed of workload and any changes to project scope or additional services.
• Use computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare calculation packages and design drawings.
• Is active in technical societies.
• Is able to attend meetings or events outside of normal working hours.
• Has limited communication with clients.
• Instruct draftspersons / technicians on design drawings, data entry, and report preparation.
• Actively observes and acts in an appropriate manner related to safety.

Qualifications

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year university, plus appropriate continuing education.
• 0-4 years of experience.
• Previous experience using Autocad and Microstation a plus.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T.) or ability to obtain within one year.
• A valid driver's license.