Assistant Civil Engineer - Aerospace & Industrial (Norfolk)

Burns & McDonnell - Norfolk, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Norfolk, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Assistant Civil Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to assist project teams in creating world-class designs for a variety of projects. These projects include power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government, and military facilities. The role involves collaborating with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting civil plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs. In this position, the Assistant Civil Engineer will assist in the civil design of projects from the conceptual phase through to design completion. This includes modifying and reviewing production drawings for various projects, such as power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, and governmental and military facilities. The Assistant Civil Engineer will also be responsible for designing civil components that meet the project needs and requirements set forth by project managers. The role requires applying basic knowledge of commonly used civil engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the civil engineering services industry. The Assistant Civil Engineer will assist with research and compile project-related data as required by project managers, compile studies and reports, and correct and update drawings provided by senior engineers. Additionally, the Assistant Civil Engineer will assist with client presentations, shop drawing reviews, and contract administration for various facility designs. Field inspections, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients may also be part of the responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned as necessary, and compliance with all policies and standards is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams in creating designs for various projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, and military facilities.
• Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects.
• Assist in the civil design of projects from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Design civil components based on project needs and requirements set by project managers.
• Apply knowledge of civil engineering concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures.
• Compile project-related data and assist with research as required by project managers.
• Compile studies and reports related to projects.
• Correct and update drawings provided by senior engineers using CAD software.
• Assist with client presentations and shop drawing reviews.
• Perform field inspections, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is required for candidates with a degree in Civil Engineering Technology.
• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience is preferred.
• Basic knowledge in standard civil engineering techniques, principles, and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic computer skills in AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCADD, and civil analysis programs.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification preferred.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 strongly preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.