Engineer - EIT

WHO WE ARE:

Cowan Group Engineering (CGE) was founded on a simple idea: To be the Engineers ofChoice for the State of Oklahoma. Our company strivesto put the client first and that starts with our Team of employees. Our Team ishighly valued, which you will experience firsthand when beginning a career withCGE. We have a culture focused on communication, integrity, knowledge, optimism,growth, and service; and have been recognized nationally as one of the fastestgrowing companies in America. CGE was named to the INC 5000 two years in a rowand was named to the Metro 50 list of Oklahoma City’s fastest growingcompanies.

As a rapidly growing localOklahoma company, we are a general civil engineering and land surveying companywith over forty-five employees located in Oklahoma City. Our business cultureis guided by innovative thinking, open and honest communication, usingresources wisely, involving the customer early in the decision-making process,and investing in staff through training and job enrichment. Our company profileis diversified to meet the challenges of the economy and provide design andmanagement services to public clientele and other Engineering companies in theState of Oklahoma. It is our vision to be theEngineer of Choice for the State of Oklahoma.

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THE ROLE OF THE CIVIL ENGINEERING INTERN:

This is an entry level position charged with applying engineering fundamentals to the design and construction of community infrastructure. We desire team-oriented people who foster a positive work atmosphere, are collaborative partners and strive toward getting projects accomplished on time and on budget.

This position reports directly to a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) and will:

• Collaborate in diverse teams to create construction drawings and specifications for municipal projects, site development, and land infrastructure.
• Manageand engage in engineering projects of different scales and intricacies.
• Aid in preparing and analyzing reports, maps, drawings, and relevant data for project planning and design.
• Utilize computer-aided design software to create project plans including alignments, profiles, sections, and design criteria.
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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Use engineering knowledge and experience to break down project elements and produce design tasks according to the project element.
• Conduct site visits with a focus on data gathering and attention to project scope and engineering principles.
• Gather, analyze, and review technical design data, calculations, and engineering work while adhering to standards and codes.
• Develops design sketches based on engineering principles and project requirements, ensuring clarity and neatness.
• Address review comments from clients and agencies by relying on project understanding and analytical skills to produce recommended responses.
• Calculate construction quantities and costs using engineering principles, mathematical, and computer skills.
• Compile technical data to create coherent construction specifications following project and engineering standards.
• Develop bid alternatives based on project plans, standards, and past projects, subject to review by experienced engineers.
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REQUIREMENTS:

The ideal candidate will have a Civil, Environmental or Biosystems Engineering degree from an ABET accredited University, and:

• Desire to work invarious civil engineering fields (transportation, water, wastewater, drainage,and bridges).
• Strong technical knowledge of engineering systems, materials, and procedures.
• Passed or scheduled the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and with diverse professional teams.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Prioritization and delegation skills.
• Interest in pursuing a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Preferred experience with Autodesk Civil 3D, MicroStation, or OpenRoads.
• Must have a valid Oklahoma Driver’s license.

Successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing in accordance with the safety sensitive company policy.

 

HOW TO APPLY: Send a cover letter and resume to info@cowangroup.co with the subject: Engineering Intern (EI) – Human Resources.

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. As a CGE team member, you will receive our tremendous benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid holidays, paid time off, etc.), plus a great 401(k) match. You will enjoy fun with the Team doing service projects in the city! Plus, we have incredible Team outings, summer picnics and holiday celebrations!

CGE provides equal employmentopportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard torace, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (includingpregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity orexpression, sexual orientation, maritalstatus, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in themilitary, or any other characteristicprotected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms andconditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination,layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

(This job description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.)