Civil Engineer Trainee-Bridge Section

The Burlington County Engineer Department is seeking candidates for the entry level position of Civil Engineer Trainee in our Bridge Section
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Candidates who apply for this position should have an affinity for structural design supported by an academic record that demonstrates satisfactory completion of coursework related to:

• Structural Design (steel, concrete and/or timber)
• Foundation Design (shallow & deep foundation and retaining walls)
• Hydrology and Hydraulics

Civil Engineer Trainees work directly with experienced Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and project managers who build upon a candidate’s previous academic knowledge by exposing them to actual construction and design projects where their academic skills can be used to solve real-world problems.

Entry level Candidates are expected to demonstrate a strong work ethic and a willingness to invest in themselves as evidenced by academic accomplishments, extracurricular activities, public service and/or past work history. The position is subject to a 12-month working test period upon which successful candidates will be promoted to Assistant Engineer level with a commensurate increase in salary.

Candidates in possession of an E.I.T. certificate issued by the N.J. Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors will be given first preference. Candidates without EIT certification are expected to pursue and obtain their EIT certificate as part of an initial 12 month working test period. Candidates with prior civil engineering related work experience including Co‑Op’s or internships also preferred.

Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university is required. Graduation/Completion of Degree by the end of the current semester is acceptable at the time of application.

Applicants who graduated from non-ABET accredited colleges or university must submit transcripts that have been evaluated by a recognized evaluation service as recommended by the New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.

• Overtime for work performed in excess of 40 hours per week.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, personal leave, and holidays.
• Pension benefits through PERS (Public Employees Retirement System).
• Medical, dental, prescription, and eye care benefits.
• Voluntary deferred compensation program.
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.

Location: The position will be in the Office of the County Engineer at 1900 Briggs Road, Mt. Laurel, NJ.

Only selected applicants will be contacted for interview.