Entry Level Engineer

Job Description

Description

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. (GZA) is looking for motivated Entry-Level Engineers/Scientists to join our technical practice in our Portland, ME office. As an Entry-Level Engineer/Scientist, you will work on a wide variety of exciting projects amongst a team of dedicated project managers and principals. Our close-knit culture here at GZA will allow you to apply your expertise and diversify your skill set by participating in challenging projects. You will be mentored by seasoned professional engineers and scientist, who will in turn look to you to share technical knowledge and ideas. Our success relies on this collaborative environment.

Key Duties: 

• Perform field tasks and assist with the technical execution of projects.
• Conduct and prepare site designs, prepare feasibility studies, and develop recommendations.
• Prepare engineering inspection, feasibility, and design reports.
• Prepare construction and bid documents including drawings, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
• Conduct field and office QA/QC responsibilities.
• GZA emphasizes a One Company environment, and as a member of our team, you may be asked to assist on projects and tasks outside of your primary responsibilities. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Geological Engineering is required. Master’s degree preferred.
• 1+ years of relevant work experience.
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER training and EIT certification a plus.
• Strong communication, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and/or ArcMap GIS skills preferred.
• Highly motivated self-starter with a professional attitude.
• Ability to perform field tasks and activities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Occasional out-of-town travel will be required. Candidate must have consistent means of transportation to/from project sites.

About GZA: 

• Excellent professional development and enrichment, including technical training.
• Exciting, friendly, and flexible work environment, including hybrid option.
• Generous, company-subsidized benefits package, including paid time off, holidays, sick and wellness time, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and 401K retirement plan.

GZA is an employee-owned multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm with a history of more than 55 years of providing innovative engineering solutions to improve the natural and built environments.  We are an ENR Top 500 Design firm focused on environmental, geotechnical, water, ecological, and construction management services.  With a staff of interrelated professionals dedicated to providing high-level expertise on complex projects above, below and at ground-level, GZA’s experts provide seamless integration across practice areas, client type, and project location.
GZA values diversity and is committed to providing an accepting and inclusive work environment for all employees.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.  GZA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital or veteran status, age or other protected status.