Engineer Intern Applicant - Engineer 5

$50,004 - $90,024/Yr

State of Louisiana - Sulphur, LA

Full-time - Intern

Sulphur, LA

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Engineer Intern Applicant position is designed for individuals seeking practical experience in engineering under close supervision. The role involves assisting the Project Engineer in supervising engineering staff and managing various construction projects. The intern will engage in both office and fieldwork, contributing to project planning, documentation, and inspections while gaining valuable insights into the engineering profession.

Responsibilities

• Assist the project engineer in planning, directing, and coordinating the activities of inspectors for multiple construction projects.
• Ensure adherence to contract plans and specifications by contractors on highway construction projects.
• Participate in pre-construction conferences and progress meetings with engineers and contractors.
• Perform various office engineering functions including review of correspondence, engineering calculations, and documentation of quantities.
• Assist in preparing and processing monthly partial pay estimates, change orders, and closeout documentation for final project acceptance.
• Review and recommend changes to plans and specifications for upcoming construction projects.
• Provide project-related information to contractors, the public, and other interested parties as required.
• Perform additional duties to ensure the smooth operation of the Sulphur Project Engineer's Office, including facility maintenance and upkeep.

Requirements

• Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.
• Possess a valid Louisiana Class 'E' Driver's License.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with surveying equipment and engineering software.
• Familiarity with construction project management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $4,167.00 - $7,502.00 monthly.
• Opportunity for career progression within the engineering field.