Collins has an opening for an Entry-Level Engineer in our Chesterton, IN, office. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of design and inspection projects including bridge, waterfront, roadway, and construction temporary works projects and will be mentored by experienced engineers in the office and field. This is a unique chance to be exposed to multiple disciplines within the transportation industry and offers the opportunity to diversify your skill set.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities:
- 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.
- Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare calculation packages and design drawings.
- Can include limited communication with clients.
- Instructs draftspersons/technicians on design drawings, data entry, and report preparation.
- Field work is required, which could include nights and weekends.
*Relocation is available
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Education and/or Experience:
- Senior or a recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited university.
- An emphasis in structural engineering is preferred.
- At a minimum coursework should include the following:
- Structural Analysis
- Steel Design
- Concrete Design
- Previous software experience in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Bluebeam, or Civil 3D is a plus.
- Previous software experience in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe PDF or other PDF editing software is a plus.
- A valid driver’s license.
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.
- The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
