What are the responsibilities and job description for the ENGINEER IN TRAINING position at Wells?
About The Role
The Engineer in Training (EIT) is an entry-level engineering position designed to provide hands-on experience in precast concrete design, production, and project coordination. This role supports senior engineers in structural analysis, project execution, and cross-functional collaboration while working toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure. The EIT gains exposure to multiple aspects of engineering, including design, manufacturing, and field operations.
Salary range ($70,000-$85,000 a year). Based on location and experience.
SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
At Wells, we empower talented team members to deliver exceptional client experiences through innovative problem-solving across preconstruction, engineering, operations, and project management. Guided by honesty and hard work, we build lasting trust while continuously improving building processes. Through strong collaboration, we deliver safe, reliable results that reduce risk and help our clients and communities succeed.
What We Offer
Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.
The ideal candidate is a motivated early-career engineer who is eager to build a strong foundation in structural engineering and the precast industry. They are detail-oriented, proactive, and willing to learn across design, production, and field environments. This individual is collaborative, adaptable, and driven to grow technically while progressing toward Professional Engineer licensure.
IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE
Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.
The Engineer in Training (EIT) is an entry-level engineering position designed to provide hands-on experience in precast concrete design, production, and project coordination. This role supports senior engineers in structural analysis, project execution, and cross-functional collaboration while working toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure. The EIT gains exposure to multiple aspects of engineering, including design, manufacturing, and field operations.
Salary range ($70,000-$85,000 a year). Based on location and experience.
SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
At Wells, we empower talented team members to deliver exceptional client experiences through innovative problem-solving across preconstruction, engineering, operations, and project management. Guided by honesty and hard work, we build lasting trust while continuously improving building processes. Through strong collaboration, we deliver safe, reliable results that reduce risk and help our clients and communities succeed.
What We Offer
Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.
- Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
- Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements
- Support structural design and analysis of precast concrete components under senior engineer guidance
- Interpret architectural and structural drawings and perform basic engineering calculations
- Assist with project coordination, tracking milestones, and supporting deliverable schedules
- Collaborate with internal teams including engineering, production, and field operations
- Identify project issues and assist in developing solutions with senior engineers
- Provide engineering support to sales, estimating, and project development teams
- Participate in site and plant visits to gain field and manufacturing exposure
- Assist in resolving technical issues and supporting corrective actions on projects
- Communicate with contractors, architects, and internal stakeholders as needed
- Maintain compliance with engineering standards, safety requirements, and project procedures
The ideal candidate is a motivated early-career engineer who is eager to build a strong foundation in structural engineering and the precast industry. They are detail-oriented, proactive, and willing to learn across design, production, and field environments. This individual is collaborative, adaptable, and driven to grow technically while progressing toward Professional Engineer licensure.
IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (ABET-accredited preferred)
- 0–3 years of engineering experience, preferably in precast or structural design
- Basic proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- Self-motivated with desire to pursue PE licensure
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Occasional visits to active plant and field locations are required based on operational needs.
- Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required while in the plant and field.
- Must be able to stand, walk, and navigate active plant and field environments as needed.
- Must be able to climb stairs, walk on uneven surfaces, and safely move through industrial work areas.
- May be exposed to moving equipment, machinery, and other standard industrial hazards.
- May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, rain, as well as noise, dust, and vibration.
Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Salary : $70,000 - $85,000