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Civil Engineer in Training at Stantec in Plano, TX
Skills
Job Description
Strong communities don’t just happen. They’re thoughtfully planned and future-ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master-planned communities, mixed-use developments, parks, and recreation facilities. The result: vibrant economic centers, resilient neighborhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home.
Your Opportunity
As Civil Engineer in Training (EIT) with Stantec's team in Plano, you will be part of a collaborative group shaping residential and commercial land development projects. This role offers the opportunity to build strong technical skills while working alongside experienced professionals who are invested in your growth. You will work with senior engineers and designers to support infrastructure design, construction observation, contract administration, land and earthworks analysis, stormwater management, and studies for feasibility, servicing, drainage, and property development potential. Furthermore, you will evaluate, select, specify, and design systems or products, perform calculations, and assist with field activities as required.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Supports project team in development of design documentation, plans, and reports for relevant commercial and residential development and public infrastructure projects
- Performs civil design using knowledge of relevant software programs
- Works with other engineering disciplines and professionals in the coordination of the project under the direction of a senior engineer/ designer
- Performs field work as directed by a senior engineer/ designer
- Performs basic calculations to analyze and design civil system components using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software
- Assists with engineering duties on projects of various complexity
- Assists with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions
- Assists in basic interpretation and verifying compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards and practices
- Constructs models to identify project specifications and meet related needs by performing routing aspects of engineering assignments
- Performs other duties as assigned by the senior engineering staff
Qualifications
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Basic understanding of general concepts of relevant areas of civil engineering design
- Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought
- Understanding of civil engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others
- Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, and other similar material
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Developing cooperative skills in working efficiently within a team
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering
- EIT Texas Certification or scheduled to take the exam within one year of degree completion
- Minimum of 0-2 years of experience; Internship experience preferred
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
About Stantec
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.