Engineering Intern

McGill is a civil engineering firm fostering long-term relationships with the communities that we serve in North Carolina, Tennessee, South Carolina, and Virginia since 1984. We pride ourselves on transforming the communities where we live and work and our employees are critical to our success.

Interns will integrate knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skill development in a professional setting. Involvement is based on the individual’s level of experience. Efforts are made for assignments to develop engineering skills and prepare the intern for future full-time employment. Interns are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures within their discipline. This includes standard design of project work, assisting Project Engineers with various project duties, and other duties as assigned

Responsibilities

· Projects may include drafting and design of site layouts, site access layout, grading and earthwork calculations, utility routing and coordination, storm drainage, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, site utilities, water / wastewater treatment plant design, linear design including water and sewer lines, electrical controls, etc.

· Assist in the development of permitting and final documents.

· Assist in the construction administration process including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, the review of contractor shop drawings and calculations, field inspections, and testing of utility systems.

· Assist in performing site evaluations and documenting existing site features and utility systems.

· Assist in the preparation and evaluation of project budgets and cost estimates.

· Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.

· Assist in design reports and construction plans.

· Assist with the coordinate preparation of specifications and permit submittals.

· Assist in the preparation of preliminary project cost estimates and evaluate quantities.

· Document design changes and communications.

· Conduct on-site inspections as needed.

Qualifications

Must be enrolled in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related field; preference is given to rising Juniors and Seniors.

· Experience in AutoCAD – Civil 3D preferred.

· Proficiency in commonly used computer software (Word, Excel, Outlook).

· Excellent writing and communication skills.

· Valid driver’s license.

Compensation: $18-22 per hour, depending on experience and expertise.

McGill Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. We conduct pre-employment drug screens and background, credit, and motor vehicle checks in accordance with all federal and state statutes. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. All McGill Associates' facilities comply with the American with Disabilities Act. Persons with hearing and/or speech impairments may contact McGill Associates by dialing 711 to access the State Relay Service for TTY/TDD. Candidates with limited English proficiency may discuss employment opportunities with the help of an interpreter by calling 828.252.0575.

Salary : $18 - $22