Entry Level Engineer

Job Description

Take Your Design Career to the Next Level  

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Design team is looking for you! From bridge and structural engineering to civil, electrical, mechanical, and process engineering, Kleinfelder's collaborative Design Services create synergy across multiple disciplines.   

Step into Your New Role 

Kleinfelder's Bay Area operation is looking for an Entry Level Engineer!

Under supervision and with latitude for independent action and decision, perform responsible engineering work on a professional level in design or analysis of engineering jobs, projects, or parts thereof.  The Entry Level Engineer may be required to perform activities such as pipeline, transmission line engineering, cost estimating, field measurements, preparation and correction of field drawings, ordering material, initiation of permits, preparing operating and maintenance instructions, data analysis, compilation and reporting of technical data and performance of other related duties.

The Entry Level Engineer is expected to learn, understand, embrace and follow Kleinfelder values; as well as demonstrate willingness to learn new tasks and skills, and take initiative. 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND COMPETENCIES:

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:  

• Collect data and gather information or documents as part of a team
• Perform standard computations and analysis
• Perform basic design tasks
• Prepare drawings and visual aids
• Assist on other tasks such as: preparation of material specification/selection, technical reports, plans and procedures, drawings, permit applications, project documentation, and computer aided design (CAD) work
• Observe construction activities
• Acquire basic knowledge and develop skills in assigned workstreams
• Apply prescribed techniques and procedures in accordance with established Kleinfelder, industry and client standards, specifications, and processes to perform assigned tasks
• Perform routine technical work not requiring previous experience
• Acquire understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities
• Exercise limited judgment on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional work
• Demonstrate sound engineering judgment 

Requirements and Qualifications: 

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Environmental or Geotechnical Engineering
• 0-2 years relevant work experience
• Engineer-In-Training Certification (preferred)
• Working knowledge of CAD and GIS software (preferred)
• Technical communication
• Proficient use of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint
• Utility business understanding (desired)
• Valid Driver's license
• Up to 20% travel 

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines that requires constant and repetitive motions.

Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, see, and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

This position will be required to work on projects requiring full vaccination from COVID-19, and you will be required to show proof of vaccination or an acceptable exemption in order to work on the project. 

Move Forward with Kleinfelder 

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver. 

Progress with an Employer that Values You 

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following: 

Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law.  Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range: $21.08-$35.11/hour

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program. 

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules) 

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES  

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.  

Salary : $21 - $35