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Graduate Engineer - Civil - Austin, TX

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Engineering
  • Austin

Requirements

  • BSCE from ABET accredited institution.
  • 0 to 3 years of experience.
  • US driver’s license.
  • US work authorization.
  • An ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary teams.
  • Strong technology skills and an understanding of the Office365 suite of tools.
  • Understanding of remote communication software.
  • Ability to come up to speed quickly on in-process projects and hit the ground running.
  • Experience collaborating with a team in order to complete a larger project.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • The persistence to see projects through to completion.
  • Adaptable to change.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • EIT certification.
  • Experience using CAD-based software.
  • Prior engineering internship experience.
  • Project management, surveying/field work, and/or construction experience.

Responsibilities

  • Act as part of a project team consisting of professional engineers and designers involved in the design, modification, and analysis of all facets of civil engineering.
  • Work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of civil engineering-related issues.
  • Deploy creative and unique solutions to address a wide variety of complex electrical, structural, civil, and construction-related challenges.
  • Perform designs for utility infrastructure using subsurface utility engineering (“SUE”) guidelines.
  • Own all phases of the design lifecycle from initiation through construction completion and project closeout.
  • Work with project management and engineering leadership to manage project risk.
  • Work with project management and engineering leadership to identify and engage all relevant project stakeholders including system planning, construction, community members, governance authorities, and client project management to guarantee project success.
  • Communicate complex engineering matters to a variety of project stakeholders.
  • Independently manage time and schedule to achieve project milestones.
  • Prepare detailed design documents using a variety of software tools including AutoCAD, GIS systems, and client-specific enterprise asset management platforms.
  • Prepare materials and equipment purchase specifications as required for designs.
  • Prepare reports and studies meeting client requirements that present technical information in a clear and concise manner.
  • Perform field walkdowns with internal staff, clients, customers, governance authorities, and construction partners.
  • Travel as needed, typically <25%.

FAQs

What type of projects does HBK Engineering work on in the utility infrastructure space?

HBK Engineering works on projects related to smart grid, modernization, resiliency, communications, fiber to the home (FTTH), and microgrid projects in the utility infrastructure space.

What is the company culture like at HBK Engineering?

The company culture at HBK Engineering is professional, diverse, and community-focused. Safety is at the center of everything we do, and we believe in giving back to the community. We also value diversity, equity, and inclusion.

What benefits does HBK Engineering offer to its employees?

HBK Engineering offers excellent benefits, competitive salary, employee resource groups, and a supportive work environment where employees can bring their authentic selves to work.

How many team members does HBK Engineering have?

HBK Engineering is a part of the Quanta Services Company and has a team of 43,000 dedicated individuals offering end-to-end solutions for the utility, energy, and construction industries.

A Proven Leader in Utility Engineering

Engineering & Construction
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1999
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

HBK Engineering, LLC a Quanta Services Company is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in downtown Chicago providing civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, construction support services and permitting. Since our founding in 1998, we have built a reputation for outstanding, accurate service in extremely time-sensitive environments which led to our East Coast expansion and subsequent licensure to practice in 47 states. Our list of satisfied clients includes utility companies, construction firms, and municipalities from the Midwest to the East Coast. All projects receive the attention of our staff of Licensed Professionals, supported by our outstanding technical specialists, logistical and administrative project coordinators and consultants. HBK is a proven leader for the design, coordination, permitting and construction support of utility projects within urban centers, such as Chicago and Philadelphia. We have successfully performed engineering for a complete spectrum of utility infrastructure projects, including but not limited to, gas, electric, water, sewer and telecommunication applications. HBK’s goal to push to the forefront of the utility industry has been accomplished with the help of the firm’s progressive delivery of subsurface utility engineering (SUE) methodology including surface geophysics, 3D Scanners, surveying technology including the use of survey-grade Global Positioning Systems (GPS) technology and Laser Scanning, non-invasive excavation techniques, CADD systems and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) mapping.