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Company Description
We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results - for our people, our clients, and our company.
We're a people-centric firm, so it's no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.
Job Description
As an Assistant Engineer on the Rail Structures team at Olsson, you will support a variety of routine engineering tasks that enhance your technical knowledge and familiarity with industry practices, tools, and team collaboration. This entry-level role contributes to the development of purposeful, high-quality design solutions that address real-world engineering challenges, particularly in the railroad sector.
Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Assist with project design elements using standard techniques and established methods.
• Perform entry-level plan production with clearly defined instructions.
• Gain experience working within design and modeling software.
• Support senior staff with project schedules and technical engineering calculations.
• Contribute to limited portions of broader projects under direct supervision.
• Gather and prepare research for technical reports.
• Provide mentoring to student interns by answering questions and guiding routine assignments.
• Travel and work in various terrain and weather conditions at project sites in different construction stages.

Qualifications
You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering
• Must possess or obtain Engineer Intern certificate (EI)
• Experience in MicroStation, Risa 3D analysis, and Bluebeam Revu preferred
• Strong communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team

Expectations:

• Adept in verbal and written communication
• Solid interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to diligently research applicable requirements and regulations
• Advanced mathematical and analytical abilities
• Working knowledge (or ability to become proficient) in applicable technologies
• Understands their role in quality management
• Develops an understanding of how the firm operates as a consulting business and how this role contributes to its success
• Holds a valid driver's license and maintains a good driving history
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule
• Represents Olsson in a professional manner at all times

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Additional Information
Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.
As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.
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