Junior Design Engineer Jobs in Riverside, RI (NOW HIRING)

Company Overview

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Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Description

What You Will Do

• Conduct site visits, field reviews, and planning studies to evaluate client challenges and support the development of future project designs.
• Perform water quality and hydraulic analyses and modeling to inform infrastructure planning and design decisions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams to develop design drawings, specifications, and technical documentation for recommended infrastructure solutions.
• Support construction administration activities, including reviewing shop drawings and responding to contractor requests for information (RFIs).
• Meet with clients to discuss existing systems, future needs, and potential project opportunities. 
• Partner with business development and sales teams to support proposal development and responses to requests for proposal (RFPs).
• Attend conferences, symposia, and industry events to increase visibility of the firm’s capabilities and contribute to professional growth.
• Prepare and submit technical papers, design documentation, and presentations for publication in industry journals and forums.
• Engage in active mentoring relationships with senior staff to support professional development. 
• Provide mentorship and technical support to junior team members, helping develop future talent within the discipline and firm.
• As appropriate, coordinate and oversee work performed by other engineering disciplines in support of project delivery.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam in states where an EIT is not obtainable (within 18 months of hire or promotion or transfer).
• 5 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency with ComputerAided Design and Drafting (CADD) tools, including 3D and 4D design applications and workflows. 
• Strong command of engineering design principles, with the ability to apply them effectively to complex infrastructure projects.
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word, for analysis, documentation, and reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to project teams and stakeholders.

Amount of Travel Required
10% or less
EEO Statement
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Background Check and Drug Testing Information
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
Massachusetts Applicants
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Pay Range Min
USD $90,438.00
Pay Range Max
USD $149,219.00
Visa Sponsorship Available
No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this positionQualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam in states where an EIT is not obtainable (within 18 months of hire or promotion or transfer).
• 5 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

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