Transmission and Utilities Engineer in Training

Freese and Nichols is seeking a Water/Wastewater Transmission & Utilities Engineer in Training to join our Charlotte, NC office. 

• Prepare design calculations, design drawings, and specifications necessary for most economical methods of construction. 

• Perform analyses with guidance from senior engineers and prepare reports of results and conclusions in a clear, concise manner.  Coordinate with and provide task-level guidance to technicians and junior staff on assigned tasks and review and evaluate their results. 

• Maintain and utilize working knowledge of accepted engineering design standards and practice in the execution of design work that will meet the client’s needs and conform to firm standards. 

• Coordinate the work of drafting personnel; technicians; or other engineers on technical matters pertinent to project assignments. 

• Work toward keeping current tasks within schedule and budget to fit the needs of the project. 

• Assist in providing input and coordination with other departments. 

• Provide data, as required, for cost estimating, and secure preliminary equipment costs for reviews. 

• Contribute ideas for process improvements and support innovation that will benefit the firm and its clients. 

• Keep project teams informed on project status, and communicate effectively on progress, next steps, and coordination requirements. 

• Support Project Managers or serve as task lead on small projects that primarily require work within own group but may also require coordination with other groups and the client. 

• Demonstrates strong self-leadership by effectively managing individual tasks and priorities, while beginning to provide guidance and support to junior staff or technicians on assigned work under the direction of senior engineers.