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Full Time Albuquerque, NM, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1108

What to expect from Daniel B. Stephens & Associates (DBS&A), a Geo-Logic Associates Company

Are you a highly motivated entry-level engineer seeking challenging projects, career advancement, employee ownership, and a great place to work? DBS&A is seeking a qualified and motivated staff person to join our diverse technical team. DBS&A is an engineering, water resources, and environmental consulting firm providing comprehensive services in groundwater and surface water hydrology and soil science. Our staff values a work environment that is collegial, collaborative, respectful, and rewarding with challenging work and flexible work schedules. Our firm is the perfect size for individuals wanting to get involved with all aspects of a project and see them through from design to construction to operation. In this position, you will work hand-in-hand with a range of professionals with backgrounds in civil and environmental engineering; hydrology and geology; soil and environmental science; geographic information system (GIS) and computer aided design (CAD); and field and laboratory technology. As a subsidiary of Geo-Logic Associates (GLA), you will have access to 350 diverse professionals in 30 offices in the U.S. and Peru. There is room to grow personally, professionally, and geographically within our organization.

Why we really want you in this job

• You want to put your bachelor’s (or master’s) degree in engineering to work on a wide range of projects that could include surface water management, landfill design and permitting, soil and groundwater remediation, water resources design and management, or mining industry support.
• You are willing to travel to remote job sites in Colorado or New Mexico/Texas. Travel opportunities will vary, but could include construction observation for multiple weeks at a time or daily site visits for system operation or soil vapor/water sampling.
• You are organized, have strong attention to detail, and a demonstrated aptitude for problem-solving, analytical thinking, and the ability to work independently.
• You have the ability to work with a team of engineers, hydrogeologists, GIS specialists, and AutoCAD staff working on projects in multiple states.
• You are interested in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling.
• You are highly effective in your written and verbal communication and are comfortable addressing technical (e.g., other engineers, hydrogeologists) or layperson audiences.
• You have experience with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, or similar software for managing geospatial data.
• You are on a PE track, and either have an E.I. or will sit for the FE exam within six months.

More about this opportunity on a day-to-day basis

You will work with a team of highly talented individuals on a variety of small to large environmental and water resource projects. Typical tasks for a staff- level engineer may include:

• Working with the project team to compile necessary design documentation, including engineering drawings, technical specifications, contract documents, cost estimates, etc.
• Working with vendors of proposed equipment and/or materials.
• Performing construction observation, as-built documentation, and preparation of record drawings.
• Collecting field data and troubleshooting system and equipment operation.
• Preparing reports—technical writing ability is extremely important and samples of writing will be requested during interviews.
• Working on project teams with professionals who are motivated to provide high-level services to our clients.

This position may require travel, including possible evenings and/or weekends, and requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and work in adverse weather conditions. This position also requires that the potential employee pass a pre-employment drug screen. Potential employees must also undergo a pre-employment physical and must possess and maintain a driving record acceptable to our insurer. Position level and compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States.

GLA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, vacation leave, sick leave and profit sharing.

Equal Opportunity Statement

DBS&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.