Job Description
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Job Description
- Under General supervision, creates basic to moderate complexity engineering designs involving site layout development, site grading and drainage, hydraulics and hydrology calculations, water distribution systems, collection systems, storage tanks and impoundments, foundation designs, stormwater infrastructure and treatment, and occasionally single-story structures.
- Reviews draft designs for compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
- Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs.
- Performs site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications.
- Updates design requirements as necessary.
- Contributes to firm's TKM by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc..
- Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals.
- Attends conferences, symposia, etc.
- to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.
- Performs other duties as required.
- Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff.
- Reviews the work of more junior staff.
Skills & Abilities
Expert Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Solid knowledge of engineer principles of design. Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline. 3 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Amount of Travel Required
10% or less
Additional Compensation
All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline. 3 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Expert Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Solid knowledge of engineer principles of design. Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communications skills.