Civil Engineer

Description
Your role at GEI.
GEI's Rancho Cordova, CA office is seeking a motivated entry level civil engineer with working knowledge of AutoCAD to assist with complex and challenging projects in Northern California and throughout the United States. The GEI Rancho Cordova engineering practice provides services on a wide range of water resource projects including pipelines, canals, pump station, dams, spillways, levees, water storage, and water recharge. The position will support ongoing engineering planning, design, and construction management for these projects.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Candidates will support senior staff on a variety of engineering projects, mainly focused on water resource facilities and hydraulic structures (dams, spillways, outlet works, levees, and piped and channeled conveyance), design support for other heavy civil/geotechnical projects, reinforced concrete structure design, preparing construction drawings and specifications, construction cost estimating, design implementation and report preparation.
• Provide AutoCAD support to ongoing projects
• Support evaluation and design efforts as part of a team by performing civil engineering modeling, drawing take-offs, analysis, and design calculations
• Prepare technical memos, reports, technical specifications and other written documentation
• Prepare cost estimates, schedules, construction plans and documents, and monitor construction activities in the field
• Work under the leadership and mentoring of licensed professional engineers
• Perform field work as needed to support projects
• Provide support to proposal efforts
• Travel to project sites and other offices as required, including overnight travel. Potentially work out of area on temporary assignments.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering.
• EIT Certification strongly preferred but not required
• 0 to 3 years experience
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member
• Excellent computer skills and proficient with MS Office, AutoCAD, and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Ability to successfully formulate and execute technical assignments with minimal oversight and direction; desire to acquire and apply new skills and techniques with application to project assignments
• Willing to perform field work as required
• Must have a valid driver's license

We are GEI.
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We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients' most complex challenges.
With nearly 60 offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.
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GEI's Total Rewards Package

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range for This Position: $28.85 - 43.27 /hour
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• And More...

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Functional Demands:
Sedentary
Light
x
Medium
Other
Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)
Physical Activity Requirements
Occasional
(0-35% of day)
Frequent
(33-66% of day)
Continuous
(67-100% of day)
Not Applicable
Sitting
4-6 hours
Standing
2 hours
Walking
2 hours
Climbing
30 min.
Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
20lbs
Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
20lbs
Carrying objects
x
Push/pull
x
Twisting
x
Bending
10 min
Reaching forward
10 min
Reaching overhead
10 min
Squat/kneel/crawl
10 min
Wrist position deviation
x
Pinching/fine motor skills
x
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
4-6 hours
Taste or smell (taste=never)
x
Talk or hear
x
Accurate 20/40
Very Accurate 20/20
Not Applicable
Near Vision
x
Far Vision
x
Yes
No
Not Applicable
Color Discrimination
x
Sensory Requirements
Minimal
Moderate
Accurate
Not Applicable
Depth perception
x
Hearing
x
Environment Requirements
Occupational Exposure Risk Potential
Reasonably Anticipated
Not Anticipated
Blood borne pathogens
x
Chemical
x
Airborne communicable diseases
x
Extreme temperatures
x
Radiation
x
Uneven surfaces or elevations
x
Extreme noise levels
x
Dust/particulant matter
x
Other (exposure risks):
Usual workday hours :
8
x
10
12
Other work hours
GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.