Graduate Engineer, Site Design
Westwood Professional Services
About the Role
This role is for a Graduate Engineer, Site Design at Westwood Professional Services, Inc. The engineer will work on a team supporting a licensed Civil Engineer, learning company standard practices and local agency codes. A significant portion of time will be dedicated to becoming proficient in AutoCAD Civil3D. The position requires organization, self-motivation, and the ability to collaboratively solve complex issues on time and within budget, in pursuit of a Professional Engineering license.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare various exhibits and design drawings using AutoCAD Civil3D.
- Coordinate with agency staff and internal support teams on designs, analysis, and issues.
- Prepare entitlement documents in support of Tentative Maps, Vacations, Zone Changes, Entitlements, etc.
- Calculate quantities using Microsoft Excel and prepare justification letters using Microsoft Word.
- Assist with construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil3D, including grading plans; plan and profiles; construction details; storm drain, water and sewer facilities; signage and striping plans.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- AutoCAD Civil3D
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Project
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or the ability to obtain within 6-12 months.
- Engineer-in-Training Certificate, or the ability to obtain within 6-12 months.
- Basic knowledge of AutoCAD Civil3D software.
Skills & Attributes
- Outgoing, friendly, approachable (team player).
- Strong communication skills with team members and clients, demonstrating active listening techniques.
- Proficient in computer software.
- Competent technical skills required to complete engineering tasks.
- Able to proactively pursue design solutions.
- Ability to be open to others' ideas and willing to compromise.
- Detail-oriented but also flexible enough to be big picture/conceptual.
- Able to follow general directions and guidelines for the firm’s policies, practices, and procedures.
- A supportive team member with the ability to work both independently and within a collaborative environment.