An Engineering Associate is needed for a world class utility company in the South Bend, IN area. This position will perform studies and assist with projects for electrical distribution systems under the guidance of more senior engineers requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.
location: South Bend, Indiana
job type: Contract
salary: $21.12 - 27.46 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Assists higher-level engineers in handling well-defined portions of more complex problems and analyses.
- Exhibits fundamental understanding of standards, codes and regulations relevant to the area of assignment.
- Coordinates work activities of others as required to resolve routine engineering tasks.
- Demonstrates working knowledge of appropriate policies and procedures, however, activities are generally monitored by higher-level employees to ensure work is performed in accordance with established guidelines.
- Provides input to routine project planning documents related to scheduling and understands the use of scheduling techniques (CPM, PERT, flow charts, etc.) for budget and planning activities.
- Actively seeks out information and understanding of engineering problems and solution techniques applicable to area of responsibility.
- Assists and participates in the preparation of reports and technical papers.
- Listens to and understands instructions, and requests clarification as required.
- Begins networking with peers to share information and encourage cooperation.
- Understands the agendas and perspectives of others.
- Develops effective give-and-take relationship.
- Demonstrates the ability to be a team player.
- Relates to people in an open, friendly, and sincere manner.
- Knows which decisions they are authorized to make.
- Develops decision-making skills under guidance of higher-level employees and makes routine decisions subject to review and contributes to team decision-making.
- Assimilates information and instructions readily.
- Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing and presents ideas clearly.
- With a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET.
- Passing the Fundamentals of Engineeringexamination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.
- ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
- A Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET), plus a Professional Engineers (PE) license in any state of the U.S. or
- A Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Education: Bachelors
skills:
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
