Associate Graduate Engineer - Civil

About Us

HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, construction support services and permitting facilitation. Since our founding in 1998, we have earned a reputation for delivering outstanding, accurate services in extremely time-sensitive, multilayered environments. That 'industry-recognized' performance has propelled our expansion and the ability to provide engineering services in all 50 states.

With 25 offices nationwide, including concentrations in the Midwest and on the Coasts, HBK brings together a dedicated team whose main focus is the design and protection of utilities and utility networks. We have successfully performed engineering work for a complete spectrum of utility infrastructure projects providing solutions and construction support from Coast to Coast in areas ranging from complex urban city centers, to rural greenfields, to limited access rights-of-way.

In July 2020, HBK Engineering was acquired by Quanta Services. Quanta Services provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, and communications industries and employees over 50,000 people. Quanta’s focus on the utility industry and HBK’s focus on constructability in our designs has made our integration into the Quanta family of companies seamless.

HBK Engineering is seeking entry-level Civil including recent graduates, who have an interest in working in the energy sector. An Associate Graduate Engineer at HBK Engineering is a position designed for recent engineering graduates entering the professional workforce. This entry-level role involves designing engineering systems for overhead and subsurface utility projects while developing creative and unique solutions to address complex electrical, structural, civil, and construction-related challenges.

The position provides comprehensive exposure to all phases of the design lifecycle from initiation through construction completion and project closeout, offering an excellent foundation for career growth in engineering. This position can be seated in one of the following office locations Philadelphia or Norristown.

• Design engineering systems in compliance with specifications, codes, and client requirements for overhead and subsurface utility projects
• Deploy creative and unique solutions to address complex electrical, structural, civil, and construction-related challenges
• Own all phases of the design lifecycle from project initiation through construction completion and closeout
• Prepare detailed engineering and construction documents using AutoCAD, Micro Station, GIS systems, and client-specific enterprise asset management platforms
• Analyze information from topographical surveys, utility atlas information, field sketches, client records, and manufacturer equipment datasheets
• Independently manage time and schedule to achieve project milestones
• Perform field walkdowns with internal staff, clients, customers, governance authorities, and construction partners
• Travel as needed, typically less than 25%

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program
• EIT Certification (preferred)
• 0 to 2 years of relevant experience
• US driver's license and US work authorization
• Ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary teams
• Strong technology skills and understanding of the Office
  365 suite of tools
• Working knowledge of 2D CADD software (AutoCAD or similar) including generating layout drawings and project materials
• Understanding of remote communication software
• Ability to quickly come up to speed on in-process projects and hit the ground running
• Experience collaborating with teams to complete larger projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Persistence to see projects through to completion
• Adaptability to change in a dynamic team environment.

• Comprehensive entry-level engineering experience with diverse project exposure
• Professional development opportunities in utility engineering design
• Mentorship and…