Engineering Technical Assistant Jobs in Mobile, AL

Position Overview

Thompson Engineeringis seeking a motivated Engineering Associate II to join our team in Mobile. This is an engineering roledesigned for recent graduates or early-career professionals with 2–5 years of experience.

The Engineering Associate will support engineering project managers by performing technical assignments that develop professional knowledge and engineering skills. The position involves applying standard engineering techniques and procedures while working on a variety of design and construction projects for municipal, infrastructure, and multi-discipline projects.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in engineering planning, design coordination, field inspections, and project management while working alongside experienced engineering professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Technical Development

• Learn and apply sound engineering practicesand professional standards to daily work assignments.

• Utilize computers, engineering software, handbooks, and emerging technologiesto support engineering tasks.

• Perform basic engineering calculations, develop reports,and assist with coordination between multiple technical disciplines.

• Conduct work in an organized, accurate, and productive mannerwhile maintaining attention to detail.

• Assist with preliminary design efforts, project planning, and engineering analysesrelated to design and construction projects.

• Support the preparation of technical specifications, cost estimates, material estimates, engineering reports, and studies.

• Work collaboratively with engineers, project managers, and other disciplines to support project execution.

Project Support

• Assist in verifying that construction materials, including concrete, steel, reinforcement, coatings, and other project components, meet project specifications and quality requirements prior to acceptance.

• Review daily inspection reports for completeness, accuracy, and consistency, and assist with tracking outstanding issues and corrective actions.

• Track material testing results, monitor compliance with quality control and quality assurance testing requirements, and organize supporting documentation for acceptance records.

• Organize and maintain project correspondence, inspection records, material certifications, test reports, requests for information, and other project documentation.

• Support the preparation of project status reports by tracking construction progress, documenting completed work, and compiling inspection and quality-related metrics.

Field Work, Site Assessments, and Communication

• Attend construction meetings, perform site visits, document meeting discussions and action items, and assist senior staff in resolving field-related issues affecting quality and project delivery.

• Assist senior engineers with field observations, documentation, and reporting.

• Assist project management staff in identifying and documenting non-conforming work and deviations from approved construction documents.

• Facilitate communication among inspectors, contractors, designers, clients, and project management personnel regarding construction progress, quality issues, and documentation requirements.

Professional Development

• Recognize knowledge limitations and seek guidance when necessaryto ensure quality work.

• Follow company safety procedures and quality standardson all projects.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degreein Engineering from an accredited institution and 2 years of experience in construction project management, or infrastructure projects.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly express technical ideas.

• Basic understanding of engineering principles and willingness to learn through hands-on project work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Early career experience in engineering with a focus on construction project management or infrastructure projects.

• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and working toward obtaining professional licensure status.
• Familiarity with engineering design tools, spreadsheets, PDF editing tools, and project document management processes (Inspections, RFIs, Submittals, and Record Drawings).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime and occasional overnight travel as required by project needs.

• Ability to operate a computer and sit for extended periods of time.

• Ability to work outdoors and in field environments, including walking on uneven or unstable surfaces such as concrete, grass, dirt, or gravel.

• Valid driver's licenseand ability to travel to project sites as needed.

About Thompson Engineering

Founded in 1953, Thompson Engineering provides quality assurance and professional services for construction projects supporting industrial, infrastructure, and community development. Our services include drilling, materials testing, construction inspection, chemistry laboratory services, engineering design, environmental assessments, surveying, geotechnical studies, and construction management. Today, Thompson Engineering is recognized for leadership on projects that define skylines, coastlines, and transportation networks across the Southeast. From project planning and design through construction and completion, we deliver innovative solutions to complex infrastructure and building challenges for industrial, commercial, transportation, federal, and municipal clients.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.