Entry Level Structural Engineering Jobs in Florida

Title: Civil Engineer Associate or I 
Company: Tampa Electric Company 
State and City: Florida - North Ruskin
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

POSITION CONCEPT: 
This entry level engineer position works under close supervision; receives specific and detailed instructions as to required tasks and results expected; performs a variety of routine tasks which provide experience and familiarity with the engineering staff, methods, practices, procedures and programs of the company.  Emphasis for this position is on structural steel and concrete engineering, analysis and design.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

-Provide project engineering support on assigned projects and provide technical support to the Engineering & Project Management team as required.  Assist in monitoring ongoing work activities to confirm manufacturer/fabricator compliance to project plans, specifications and monitor/enforces compliance to all regulatory requirements. 

-Assist in coordination of work with E&PM Construction, plant outage coordinators, station planners and on-site and off-site contractors. 

-Assist in coordination of Tampa Electric comments to consulting engineer and supplier documents. 

-Assist E&PM engineering and construction personnel in developing Scope of Works, project schedules, and cost estimates.

-Schedule and facilitate project team meetings/conference calls to maintain project schedules and costs.

-Supports Energy Supply power plants in identifying and solving O&M problems.  Augment plant staff when needed to meet day-to-day and outage requirements.

-Perform any other task as assigned by the Lead Civil/Structural Engineer. 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
Preferred: FE or ability to obtain FE within 1 year of employment.  

EDUCATION:
Required: Bachelors in civil/structural engineering from an accredited college
Preferred: 

EXPERIENCE:
Required: 
Eng Associate: None
Engineer I: Minimum of 18 months year of work experience related to the Duties & Responsibilities of this position in the area of power plant engineering or 12 months with FE.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Required: Contributes to team effort by collaboration and accomplishments.  Working knowledge of structural steel and concrete analysis and design, and civil design related training and experience.  Proficient experience with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Power Point

Preferred: Software programs such as STAADD and MathCAD. Familiar with AISC Steel Construction Manual,  ACI 318, ASCE 7, IBC, and OSHA. Proficient experience with manual drafting skills, and knowledge of CAD software such as AutoCAD.  Demonstrated assignment and schedule adaptability (flexibility).  High ownership, self-motivated and personal accountability.

COMPETENCIES:
Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships 
Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change
Develop People and Teams
Speaks up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity
Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgment

WORKING CONDITIONS 
Travel – Up to 10%, overnight and extended assignments possible.  Travel from home office to TEC’s Big Bend, Bayside and Polk Power Stations expected and could be frequent. 
Working outdoors in hot, humid, wet and/or cold conditions 25% to 50% of the work day.
Working in a Power Generation facility up to 25% to 50% of the work day.
Working conditions could include areas of elevated noise (hearing protection required).
Working some overtime (nights, weekends and holidays).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ REQUIREMENTS 
Walking, bending, climbing 25% to 50% of the work day.
Sitting at a desk / computer workstation up to 50% of the work day.
This position requires climbing stairs and scaffolding, utilizing safety harnesses, respiratory protection and other PPE required by the work environment and in accordance with OSHA requirements.
Accessing power plant areas up to 500 feet above ground.
Ability to stand and walk for extended period of time
Working in noise, dust and high humidity areas while utilizing Personnel Protection Equipment.  Flexibility to crawl in and out of tight confined areas.

TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage  *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!!  Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.

TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

ADA policy
It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.

Application accommodations
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.