Civil Engineer

Advanced Technologies and Laboratories (ATL), a Planned Systems International (PSI) company, is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer level 3-4 to support our team at the Los Alamos National Laboratory.

The Civil/Structural Engineer level 3-4 will support the design team as a lead design engineer on projects. The candidate will be responsible for developing plans and specifications following applicable standards. The candidate shall have an excellent understanding of the design process and ability to mentor other engineers. Assignments typically include a combination of on-site and office duties for various projects (e.g. highway/ transportation, structural, drainage, site development, and other public works improvements). Excellent communication and organizational skills are required as well as the ability to multi-task and work independently and in a team. Duties will also include communication with and coordination of other engineering disciplines, other company divisions, and consultants, as needed, to complete projects.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can multitask and pay close attention to detail. We are looking for someone with the ability to understand and apply codes, standards, policies, and procedures. Ability to troubleshoot and develop solutions to complex problems.

While working to achieve N3B objectives, the successful candidate will: ensure all activities and operations are performed in a safe and deliberate manner through maintaining required safety, security, and operational training. Making safety, security and quality an integral part of every task including taking the necessary steps to pause or stop work as necessary to ensure the safety and security of personnel and the job site.

Essential Job Functions (may include, but are not limited to):
* Proven ability to work in and support a team environment.
* High level of independence, confidence, and strong work ethic.
* Strong problem-solving skills through the application of fundamental engineering principles.
* Ability to effectively foster productive relationships with team members, clients, industry stakeholders, and regulators.
* Excellent written and verbal communication. A great listener with prompt, polished, and specific responses.
* Welcome feedback and finds ways to perform work better, is determined, organized, and detail oriented.
* Ability to understand and apply industry codes and standards.
* Must be able to obtain a Security Clearance, and as such, US Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities/ Duties (may include, but are not limited to):
* Perform field investigations and assessments. Perform standard computations or analysis. Prepare drawings and visual aids.
* Perform occasional drafting and/or figure development using technical software as required.
* Apply prescribed techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasks.
* Perform the design of various civil/ structural engineering projects, and checks design work of staff and design engineers assigned to projects under their control.
* Mentors and trains junior engineering staff.
* Preparation or modification of various types of reports, specifications, plans, forms, policies and procedures. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Education and Experience Required:

Level 3: Bachelors' of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related fields from an ABET-accredited college or university. A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience, preferably in construction plan production, design calculations, project plan development, and technical writing. Have a focus towards leadership and delivering high quality solutions and products. Experience with Autodesk design platforms, preferably Civil3D, is a plus.

Level 4: Meets requirements of Level 3. With a minimum of nine (9) years relevant experience, preferably in construction plan production, design calculations, project plan development, and technical writing. Currently licensed as a PE (or will be eligible for licensure within 1 year) is preferred.

PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing HRDepartment@plan-sys.com, or by dialing 703-575-8400.