Fickett Structural Solutions, Inc.
Fickett Structural Solutions is looking for an Entry-Level Staff Engineer with 0-4 years of experience. Our ideal candidate has the energy and passion to support and grow our efforts and assist with our field inspection and reporting activities, as well as the leadership skills to enjoy working for a growing company that will value your contributions.
Overview Fickett Structural Solutions is seeking an Entry-Level Staff Engineer to support field inspection and reporting activities and contribute to a growing team under the guidance of Professional Engineers.
Responsibilities
Use your skills and experience to assist our inspection crews while being mentored by our team of Professional Engineers
Perform structural inspections of bridges, culverts, ancillary structures, dams, and buildings throughout the United States
Create detailed and professional reports based on the inspection findings and complete the report entry into DOT-specific databases
Interpret plans and specifications to ensure newly constructed structures are in conformance with applicable plans, specifications, and Agency standards
Assist in design and load rating calculations as directed by our Professional Engineers
Assist in the development of client presentations and meetings to offer the best services possible to our clients
Office-related activities, including comprehensive inspection reports, assisting on design projects, load ratings, and other engineering-related tasks
Capable of taking tasks assigned by a Professional Engineer mentor and performing the activities in a self-guided manner
Attend company-provided trainings, including SPRAT rope access certification training, and various bridge inspection-related courses to bolster your inspection knowledge
Collaborate with coworkers and clients to achieve common goals
Open to some travel (up to 25% of your time) for out-of-town field work, including consecutive overnight stays
Qualifications
Education and Certifications
4-year Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited college in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Construction Management, or in your final semester of obtaining this degree
An Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate is preferred, but it will be necessary to obtain one within 6 months of starting your career with us
Over the course of your college career, you have performed various summer internships or Co-ops in your field of study, preferably with an entity performing bridge inspections or related services.
Previous Work Experience and Skills
Ability to understand and interpret plans, specifications, and shop drawings
Detail-oriented, with the ability to provide accurate inspections and documentation
Working knowledge of a version of a drafting program (whether it be MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or Revit) is ideal
Proficient with the standard Microsoft products, including Excel and Word
Critical thinking and excellent communication skills
Requirements for Field Activities
Comfortable with working at heights while utilizing lifts, ladders, scaffolding, and/or rope access
While in the field, the employee may be required to walk in rugged conditions, work in adverse weather conditions, and stand up to 8 hours or more a day
Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
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Overview Fickett Structural Solutions is seeking an Entry-Level Staff Engineer to support field inspection and reporting activities and contribute to a growing team under the guidance of Professional Engineers.
Responsibilities
Use your skills and experience to assist our inspection crews while being mentored by our team of Professional Engineers
Perform structural inspections of bridges, culverts, ancillary structures, dams, and buildings throughout the United States
Create detailed and professional reports based on the inspection findings and complete the report entry into DOT-specific databases
Interpret plans and specifications to ensure newly constructed structures are in conformance with applicable plans, specifications, and Agency standards
Assist in design and load rating calculations as directed by our Professional Engineers
Assist in the development of client presentations and meetings to offer the best services possible to our clients
Office-related activities, including comprehensive inspection reports, assisting on design projects, load ratings, and other engineering-related tasks
Capable of taking tasks assigned by a Professional Engineer mentor and performing the activities in a self-guided manner
Attend company-provided trainings, including SPRAT rope access certification training, and various bridge inspection-related courses to bolster your inspection knowledge
Collaborate with coworkers and clients to achieve common goals
Open to some travel (up to 25% of your time) for out-of-town field work, including consecutive overnight stays
Qualifications
Education and Certifications
4-year Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited college in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Construction Management, or in your final semester of obtaining this degree
An Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate is preferred, but it will be necessary to obtain one within 6 months of starting your career with us
Over the course of your college career, you have performed various summer internships or Co-ops in your field of study, preferably with an entity performing bridge inspections or related services.
Previous Work Experience and Skills
Ability to understand and interpret plans, specifications, and shop drawings
Detail-oriented, with the ability to provide accurate inspections and documentation
Working knowledge of a version of a drafting program (whether it be MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or Revit) is ideal
Proficient with the standard Microsoft products, including Excel and Word
Critical thinking and excellent communication skills
Requirements for Field Activities
Comfortable with working at heights while utilizing lifts, ladders, scaffolding, and/or rope access
While in the field, the employee may be required to walk in rugged conditions, work in adverse weather conditions, and stand up to 8 hours or more a day
Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
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