Entry-Level Engineer (45144)

Job DetailsJob Location: Watervliet, NY 12189Salary Range: $67,000.00 - $75,000.00 SalaryCollins Engineers, Inc., a leader in the transportation, marine, construction, and land development industries, is looking for a motivated, self-starter to join our team as an Entry Level Engineer for our Watervliet, NY office.  This role brings the opportunity to be an assistant Team Leader for field inspections of sign and canal structures, field exposure, writing reports, as well as WZTC plan development.  Applicants will enjoy a problem-solving atmosphere and the freedom to bring their best to the job. We offer plenty of opportunities for growth, working with professionals who have decades of experience developing industry-defining techniques. TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.  Performs design and inspection/field work that does not require previous experience.  Assists in the completion of inspection and assessment reports.  Prepares design computations and quantity estimates.  Keeps Project Managers informed of workload and any changes to project scope or additional services.  Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare calculation packages and design drawings. Is active in technical societies.  Is able to attend meetings or events outside of normal working hours.  Field work required, which could include nights and weekends. Has limited communication with clients.  Instructs draftspersons / technicians on design drawings, data entry, and report preparation. Actively observes and acts in an appropriate manner related to safety.    *Relocation is available    Click HERE to see the variety of benefits Collins has to offer. QualificationsEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited four-year university plus appropriate continuing education.  0-4 years of experience.   Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T.) or ability to obtain within one year.    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.