Associate Engineer

Associate Engineer

Fluor is seeking candidates for opportunities within our Program Delivery Support (PDS) team, working alongside the California High-Speed Rail Authority, to provide program delivery and program management services for one of the largest planned infrastructure projects in the U.S.

The system will connect the 500-mile stretch between the Los Angeles region with the San Francisco Bay Area, with up to 24 stations. The first phase of the program is currently under construction in California's Central Valley.

Job Description

The Associate Engineer provides entry-level engineering and technical support for the California High-Speed Rail (CAHSR) construction office. Under the direction of senior engineering staff, the incumbent assists with engineering design support, drafting, construction documentation, and project coordination activities. The Associate Engineer utilizes Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software to prepare and modify engineering drawings, supports engineering analyses, and assists with maintaining project documentation while gaining practical experience in transportation infrastructure delivery.

Position Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, and maintain engineering drawings, sketches, exhibits, and construction support documents using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, or other approved CAD software
• Assist engineers with engineering design, drafting, and construction support activities for transportation infrastructure projects
• Review engineering drawings, plans, specifications, and supporting documents for completeness and accuracy under the guidance of senior staff
• Incorporate redline markups and revisions into engineering drawings and maintain drawing files in accordance with established project standards
• Support field engineering staff by preparing construction sketches, record drawings, and as-built documentation
• Assist with engineering calculations, quantity takeoffs, technical reports, and preparation of project exhibits and presentations
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, surveyors, construction managers, contractors, and other project team members to support project delivery
• Maintain organized electronic engineering files and assist with document management and version control processes
• Participate in design reviews, project meetings, and construction coordination activities
• Perform other engineering and technical duties as assigned in support of project delivery

Basic Job Requirements

• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management or related field and one (1) year of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to five (5) years if non-degreed
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
• Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards, commercial availability and cost of materials
• Practical field experience
• Intermediate computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs

Other Job Requirements

• Demonstrated proficiency using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation
• Working knowledge of engineering drawings, drafting principles, and construction documentation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting transportation, rail, highway, bridge, or other infrastructure projects
• Experience using Autodesk AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Bentley MicroStation, or OpenRoads
• Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu, ProjectWise, or electronic document management systems
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward obtaining EIT
• Familiarity with Caltrans standards and transportation engineering practices
• Internship or academic project experience involving engineering design, CAD drafting, or construction support