Short DescriptionBowman has an opportunity for a Engineering Student Assistant to join our team in Fort Washington, PA.
At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.
PurposeAcquires basic knowledge and develops basic skills through mentored experiences. Applies learned knowledge and skills to perform assigned tasks.
ResponsibilitiesLeadership and Direction- Perform work under direct supervision of an experienced professional and follow established procedures and clearly defined processes.
At the Operational and Company Level - Primarily interacts with internal team members and peers across multiple departments within the organization to gain knowledge and assist in preparing engineering project deliverables.
Do the Work - Collects data and gathers information or documents.
- Applies learned knowledge and skills to perform assigned tasks.
- Performs basic computations or analysis.
- Conduct research related to jurisdictional engineering and zoning requirements.
- Complete zoning applications for project submittals.
- Assist with the preparation of engineering permit packages for submittals.
- Attend jurisdictional meetings and Zoom calls to document proceedings.
- Assist in preparing Site Investigation Reports (SIRs), comprehensive engineering and zoning reports provided to our clients during due diligence.
- Work with Regional and Corporate CAD teams to learn CAD standards and best practices and implement them into projects as appropriate.
- Accompany and assist Project Engineers or other project staff on site visits and field inspections.
- Assist in the preparation of engineering project deliverables.
Success Metrics and Competencies- Willingness and eagerness to learn.
- Self-starter with the tenacity to seek out resources to further knowledge and experience.
- Strong work ethic with focus on quality results.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
- Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
- Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
- Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
- Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
- Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.
Qualifications- Must be actively enrolled in an ABET/EAC accredited bachelor's degree program in engineering.
- Must have successfully completed an engineering internship with the Company.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Possesses foundational engineering concepts through continued undergraduate level education.
- Student member of a professional practice organization preferred. Previous experience participating in technical student competition teams preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Must hold a valid state driver's license and successfully pass a motor vehicle check.
About BowmanAre you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We're committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.
A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
- Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.
Physical Demands and Working Environment- Partially indoor professional office environment which may include exposure to bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
- Partially outdoor work environment which may include exposure to adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
- Mobility around an office environment.
- Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
- Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Primarily local travel during the business day.
- Occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds.
- Occasional pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds.
- Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.
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Job Description DisclaimerNote: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.
Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.
Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
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