About the Role

JHCE is seeking to hire a full-time associate-level engineer. Under general direction, the associate engineer performs difficult professional work which requires judgement; supervises the work of related staff. The associate may act as resident engineer or project engineer, and may provide assistance in the development of bid proposals, as well as various management duties.

The associate is the professional level, distinguished from the assistant by its license requirement, level of technical expertise and first-line supervisory responsibility.

About You

We are looking for someone who is excited to help us to grow our engineering practice while providing critical support to ensure the continued reliable operation of the public infrastructure which serves water and power to the residents of the San Francisco Bay Area.

You are a professional with technical expertise as well as strong communications skills which will allow you to effectively and creditably communicate complex technical issues with our clients.
You have experience with water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
You have field experience.
You enjoy direct client contact and professional networking.
You have an entrepreneurial spirit, and are self-motivated and passionate about your work.
You excel in an unconventional work environment. You enjoy working in varied locations, including job sites, at home, and in the office.
You must have the ability to work in a fast-paced, variable schedule environment which may include flexible hours, including early mornings or late nights.

Desired Qualifications

B. S. in civil or mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Possession of Professional Engineer (PE) registration in civil or mechanical disciplines. JHCE may consider a candidate with EIT if they are actively pursuing their PE and are able to demonstrate excellence in performing associate-level duties.
Five (5) years verifiable professional-level experience, as applicable to the area of expertise. A masters degree in the area of expertise may substitute for one year of work experience.
Ability to travel via driven automobile.
Ability to adapt to changing working conditions, including prolonged standing and sitting, and frequent work in industrial facilities, construction sites, and other natural environments.
Ability to walk up to 2 miles and lift and carry up to 30 lbs.

Role Responsibilities and Compensation

Actual offered pay within the range listed below is dependent on nature and amount of experience, ability to perform responsibilities, and possession of relevant licenses/certifications.

The duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned and are not intended to be an inclusive list. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

Monitors and inspects the work of contractors for compliance with plans, specifications, and schedules.
Prepares project documentation including daily reports, force accounts, materials testing, and other construction records.
Participates in and/or conducts planning, preconstruction, coordination, progress, scheduling and field staff meetings.
Reviews plans, specifications, submittals, shop drawings, change orders, constructability reviews, and contract closeout records.
Assists in detecting and resolving disputes and/or problems and responds to complaints from the public.
Ensures that all required tests, operations, measurements, and inspections are scheduled, ordered, satisfactorily completed and documented for quality assurance/quality control compliance.
Verifies and prepares quantity and progress estimates for progress payments.
Maintains records on unit price quantities, labor, equipment, and progress for change order work.
Reviews and approves change orders for implementation.
Makes field measurements and maintains as-built drawings records.
Conducts and/or witnesses testing of contract material, equipment, and installations.
Reports safety hazards and defective work to the contractor for correction.
Drives a vehicle to inspection sites.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

About Us

Joe Hill Consulting & Engineering Corporation (JHCE) is a purpose-driven multidisciplinary engineering firm that specializes in complex, water-focused infrastructure projects.

Our core focus isprotecting and promoting public access to sustainable water and power resources through the responsible stewardship of infrastructure.

Our core values drive us to take arespectful, genuine, conscientious, and growth-oriented approach to our work.

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