Entry Level R&D Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Albuquerque, NM

Overview

Wood has an exciting career opportunity for an Entry-Level Civil/Geotechnical/Environmental Engineer.  The successful candidate will support Wood's Geotechnical and Environmental Groups in delivering engineering services to our clients.

This is an opportunity to work with an established consulting firm.  We value our employee's enthusiasm and technical contributions and are dedicated to developing the careers of our staff. We'd love you to join our team of friendly, hard-working, dedicated, and collaborative professionals. Our ideal candidate is seeking challenging work, possesses the desire to learn, and is committed to quality.

Key Responsibilities

The candidate should have an educational background in engineering fundamentals, with an emphasis on geotechnical and/or environmental engineering (soil and/or groundwater); good interpersonal skills; written and verbal communication skills; and will be a proactive problem solver.  This position offers the opportunity to work with, learn from, and be mentored by senior engineering staff while executing the following roles/responsibilities:

• Set up geotechnical and/or environmental investigations (i.e., driller acquisition, traffic control, permitting, utility locates, etc.)
• Perform geotechnical and environmental field investigations
• Sample soil, water, air, and waste, to characterize contamination, evaluate remedial progress, and/or support engineering analyses
• Perform basic support and design engineering computations, including quantity calculations, foundation design, slope stability, etc. under the guidance of a senior engineer
• Design or redesign layouts and drawings from general written or verbal specifications from the project team
• Prepare geotechnical and/or environmental design reports under the guidance of a senior engineer
• Prepare Work Plans, Operation and Maintenance Plans, and Sampling and Analysis Plans supporting site investigation and remediation projects
• Participate in routine operations and maintenance activities to support groundwater and soil remediation systems (e.g., soil vapor extraction systems)
• Travel to project sites in NM and the western US - approximately 50% travel
• Learn state and federal environmental regulations as they relate to the management and remediation of contaminated sites
• Participate in training events, project meetings, and engineering team meetings

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil, Geotechnical, or Environmental Engineering
• (EIT) Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or the ability to obtain it within 1 year of hire
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel. AutoCAD and MathCAD experience are a plus
• Self-starter with good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions, organize, and prioritize work to meet scheduled deadlines
• Superior time management, planning, and ability to interact with clients
• Work well in a team environment
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites in NM and the western US - approximately 50% overnight travel
• Physical requirements include the ability to lift 40 pounds and traverse rugged terrain
• Must pass drug test, background check, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.