Graduate Civil Drainage Engineer

Givler Engineering has an exciting opportunity for an individual with a passion for civil engineering to work on grading and drainage plans and retrofits for building sites. If you possess strong construction and math skills and a desire to contribute to infrastructure development, consider joining our dynamic team!

As a Graduate Civil Drainage Engineer, your primary responsibility is to assist in the design and implementation of drainage systems for various civil engineering projects. Our firm's services include hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, drainage system layout and wastewater retrofitting, for private and public sector clients such as private homeowners, community associations, and municipalities. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional and collaborative environment.

Position Summary:

Will conduct site visits and review surveys to assess drainage needs and collect relevant data to assist in the design and analysis of drainage systems, including sewers and culverts.

Primary duties:

• Preparing technical drawings, plans and specifications for drainage systems.
• Hydrologic and Hydraulic (H&H) modeling.
• Assisting in the preparation of cost estimates and project proposals.
• Conducting research and staying up to date with industry standards, codes and regulations related to Drainage Engineering.
• Assisting with the preparation of reports and presentations for clients and regulatory agencies.
• Collaborating with other team members, including architects, surveyors, contractors and clients.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field from an ABET university.
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices.
• 0-2 years of prior related drainage design experience.
• Familiarity with construction plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (EIT) certification or ability to obtain one within 6 months required.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are essential as you will be dealing with complex hydraulic and hydrological calculations.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit, or similar) is necessary.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload.

Don't meet all of the above criteria? That's OK! Apply anyway!

Preferred Experience:

• Familiarity with ArcGIS
• Familiarity with coordinate systems
• Familiarity with one or more of the following:
  • Autodesk Civil 3D
  • HEC-RAS
  • PondPack
  • FlowMaster

Competencies for Success:

• Adaptability: As a graduate engineer, facing new challenges will be the norm and you must be able to quickly adjust to new situations and be flexible in your approach. Must have the ability to show resilience when facing setbacks.
• Positive Attitude: Approach your work with enthusiasm, optimism, and a can-do attitude. Our EITs and PEs on staff can teach you the rest.
• Effective Communication: Express yourself clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing. Good communication also includes active listening and following instructions accurately.
• Willingness to Learn: As you use your best efforts to accomplish work assignments, be open to receiving feedback. Feel comfortable with asking questions if instructions require further explanation or clarification. We are friendly and want to help you succeed. All the above are the ingredients necessary for you to acquire new skills and knowledge as you begin your career.

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.