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Middlesex County, NJ - County Government · 2 months ago

Civil Engineer Trainee

US-NJ-New Brunswick

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

$55K/yr - $75K/yr

Middlesex County is a County Government organization seeking a Civil Engineer Trainee. The role involves performing basic engineering tasks under supervision, assisting in the design and inspection of transportation infrastructure projects, and supporting public works activities related to traffic operations and safety.

Government

Responsibilities

Reviews and interprets engineering plans and specifications

Performs engineering calculations and basic design tasks

Prepares plans using computer-aided design (CAD) software; assists in preparing as-built drawings and cost estimates for project materials

Checks and samples construction materials for laboratory testing

Learns to lay out and conduct detailed inspections of public transportation infrastructure

Conducts field inspections related to the construction and maintenance of highways and transportation facilities

Inspects and oversees construction of highways, traffic signals, signs, pavement markings, and other public works projects to ensure compliance with plans and specifications

Performs inspections of completed installations to verify conformity with requirements

Collects, computes, and analyzes crash reports, pedestrian and vehicular traffic volumes, and other traffic engineering data

Performs traffic engineering calculations for the design of intersection improvements

Reviews traffic control and construction layout plans and applies knowledge of basic traffic control devices

Conducts field and office work for measuring and determining quantities and costs associated with roadway and traffic-related infrastructure

Investigates and inspects public complaints regarding construction activities and recommends appropriate corrective action

Conducts site visits to monitor construction progress

Prepares clear, accurate, technically sound, and informative engineering reports with findings, conclusions, and recommendations

Drafts detailed correspondence

Maintains essential records, reports, and files

Learns to use various electronic and manual recording and information systems utilized by the agency

Qualification

Civil engineering principlesTraffic engineering conceptsEngineering calculationsComputer-aided design (CAD)Technical reportingRecordkeeping systemsEffective communication

Required

Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and methods used in planning, designing, and inspecting transportation and public works projects

Ability to review and interpret engineering plans, specifications, traffic control plans, and construction layouts

Understanding of basic traffic engineering concepts and traffic control devices

Familiarity with applicable Federal, State, and local regulations, ordinances, and codes related to public works and transportation

Ability to perform engineering calculations, field and laboratory tests, and participate in surveys and construction inspections

Skilled in preparing clear technical reports, correspondence, and maintaining accurate records and files

Ability to apply engineering standards to materials, construction, and public works installations

Able to use or learn electronic and manual information and recordkeeping systems

Effective communication skills in English, both verbal and written

Benefits

Pension plan

On-site wellness coaches

Health and dental insurance

Generous vacation, sick, and holiday leave

Company

Middlesex County, NJ - County Government

Located minutes from Port Elizabeth and half-way between New York and Philadelphia, Middlesex County, NJ is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies, three universities and world-class healthcare and research facilities and has long been the place where innovation and productivity have thrived.

Founded in 1683