Engineer in Training

Clay County - Small Towns. Big Passions. Pay:

$28.95 - $33.87

The Engineer in Training is an entry-level professional position designed to provide practical engineering experience under the supervision and mentorship of the Director of Engineering and licensed professional engineer. The Engineer in Training assists with design reviews, construction inspections, development review, traffic analysis, and capital improvement projects while developing the technical knowledge and professional skills necessary for advancement within the Engineering Department.

• Assists with engineering projects involving transportation, drainage, roadway, traffic, and infrastructure improvements.
• Supports the review of engineering plans, construction documents, and technical reports for compliance with County standards and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Performs field inspections of construction projects to observe progress and document compliance with approved plans, specifications, and safety standards.
• Assists in collecting field data for engineering studies, including roadway inventories, drainage evaluations, traffic counts, and site assessments.
• Prepares calculations, exhibits, maps, spreadsheets, and reports under the direction of senior engineering staff.
• Assists with Capital Improvement Program projects from planning through construction and project closeout.
• Participates in technical reviews of development plans, utility permits, and zoning applications.
• Assists with engineering analyses related to traffic operations, safety, roadway capacity, drainage, and infrastructure maintenance.
• Learns County engineering policies, procedures, ordinances, and applicable Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) standards.
• Coordinates with contractors, consultants, developers, utility companies, and other County departments as assigned.
• Responds to routine public inquiries regarding engineering projects under the guidance of supervisory staff.
• Maintains project files, engineering records, inspection reports, and documentation.
• Attends project meetings, training sessions, and public meetings as assigned.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional development, including progress toward Engineer-in-Training(EIT) certification and eventual Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university, or graduation within six months of hire.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within one year of employment.
• Valid Florida driver’s license with clean driving record
• Strong interest in public sector engineering and transportation infrastructure.
• Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position may be considered.
• Must demonstrate the ability and commitment to obtain licensure as a Florida Professional Engineer (P.E.) within four (4) years from the date of hire.

• Previous internship, cooperative education, or engineering work experience.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, or related engineering software.
• Coursework or experience in transportation, drainage, roadway design, or construction inspection.
• Knowledge of FDOT standards and specifications.

Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Basic knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, maps, and technical reports.
• Ability to perform engineering calculations accurately.
• Ability to collect, organize, and analyze technical information.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, contractors, consultants, and the public.
• Ability to…