Description
Your role at GEI.
GEI continues to grow and expand, both in our technical services offerings and geographic coverage. GEI’s Iron River, Michigan Office provides engineering design and construction related services to clients throughout the United States. We have an excellent career opportunity for a highly motivated entry level individual to join our team in Iron River. We have intern and full time positions available.
The successful candidate must have excellent academic credentials and a strong desire to work on a broad range of municipal infrastructure or industrial related projects and perform various project tasks from planning through design and construction engineering related services. The ideal candidate is one that possess CAD and analytical software skills or the ability to learn and apply such tools in completing the various phases of projects from conceptual planning and modeling through final design. The ideal candidate must also have the desire to complete field assignments. Excellent organizational skills are required. Lastly, the ideal candidate must have excellent communication skills and have the ability to work closely with other engineers and technical staff.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
Skills and or ability to perform work as described below are desired.
- The desired design skills or ambition include: project conceptualization and abilities to work on broad range of projects including the planning, design drawing set development, and construction related services for the following:
- Sanitary sewer collection and wastewater treatment systems
- Potable water treatment and distribution systems
- Industrial wastewater treatment systems
- Stormwater management and collection
- Site development
- Technical specification writing
- Construction observation/management skills
- Mechanically stabilized earth walls
- Use of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, and other 3D design software and other water modeling software such as WaterCAD or HydroCAD is a plus
- Ability to convert field information into final design drawings
- Prepare and evaluate project construction cost estimates and alternatives
- Ability to work with various engineers and contractors on multiple discipline projects
- Preparation of technical memos, reports, and construction specifications
- Field observation of construction activities
Minimum Qualifications
- BS in Civil Engineering, Surveying, Construction Management (or related field) is preferred but will consider candidates with other engineering/technical degrees and related experience or interests.
- 0-4 years of experience with water, wastewater, roads, landfill, remediation, or mining projects is a plus
- EIT or ability to obtain one is preferred
- Experienced with AutoCAD, MS Office, Windows, Revit
- GIS and modeling software training or experience is a plus
- Willing to perform field work on a broad range of engineering and construction projects desired.
- Ability and desire to obtain a Michigan Professional Engineering license is preferred
We are GEI.
Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.
We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.
With nearly 60 offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.
Employee-owned. Employee-focused.
As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.
GEI’s Total Rewards Package
- Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
- Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
- Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefits
- Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
- GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
- Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
- Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
- Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
- Rewards and Recognition
- GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
- Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
- A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- And More…
Physical Job Requirements | | | Sedentary | | Light | X | Medium | | Other |
| Activity Level Throughout Workday | Physical Activity Requirements | Occasional (0-35% of day) | Frequent (33-66% of day) | Continuous (67-100% of day) | Not Applicable | Sitting | | 4-6 hrs | | | Standing | | 2 hrs | | | Walking | | 2 hrs | | | Climbing | 30 min | | | | Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds) | 20 lbs | | | | Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds) | 20 lbs | | | | Carrying objects | | | | X | Push/pull | | | | X | Twisting | | | | X | Bending | 10 min | | | | Reaching forward | 10 min | | | | Reaching overhead | 10 min | | | | Squat/kneel/crawl | 10 min | | | | Wrist position deviation | | | | X | Pinching/fine motor skills | | | | X | Keyboard use/repetitive motion | | 4-6 hrs | | | Taste or smell (taste=never) | | | | X | Talk or hear | | | X | | | Accurate 20/40 | Very Accurate 20/20 | Not Applicable | | Near Vision | X | | | | Far Vision | | | X |
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| Yes | No | Not Applicable | | Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) | | | X | | Sensory Requirements | Minimal | Moderate | Accurate | Not Applicable | Depth perception | | | X | | Hearing | | | X | |
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Environmental Requirements | Occupational Exposure Risk Potential | Reasonably Anticipated | Not Anticipated | Blood borne pathogens | | X | Chemical | | X | Airborne communicable diseases | | X | Extreme temperatures | X | | Radiation | | X | Uneven surfaces or elevations | X | | Extreme noise levels | | X | Dust/particular matter | | X |
Usual workday hours: | | 8 | X | 10 | | 12 | | Other work hours |
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GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.