About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Engineer to join its Employee Development Growth Experience (EDGE) Program in Lynchburg, VA. This role provides structured on-the-job learning and rotational exposure across construction-related functions so you gain the technical and leadership competencies required for an Architect/Engineer I — Construction discipline.

• Support field inspections and document project activities.
• Assist with construction project documentation and quality assurance tasks.
• Learn environmental, maintenance, materials (including pavement and geotechnical) processes and requirements.
• Contribute to preliminary roadway design tasks under supervision.
• Support residency operations activities including budgeting, preliminary engineering, and maintenance coordination.
• Support Right of Way, structure/bridge preliminary work, and bridge safety inspection tasks as assigned.
• Assist with basic traffic engineering and operations tasks.
• Participate in EDGE program training and development activities; perform special duties as assigned.

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Qualifications (Minimum)

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Management, or a related ABET-accredited program by start date.
• Ability to apply engineering knowledge to complete projects and assigned tasks.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the start of employment.
• Skill in basic computer operations (e.g., Microsoft Office, common engineering software workflows).
• Ability to pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) exam and obtain Engineering in Training (EIT) designation within 12 months of employment.

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Preferred / Additional Considerations

• Experience interpreting technical plans and specifications.
• Coursework or experience in roadway design and highway construction.
• Experience or interest in transportation projects (planning, design, construction).
• Possession of EIT at the time of employment is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to follow written and oral instructions, make sound decisions, and identify process improvements.

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Compensation & Location

• Location: Lynchburg, VA (on-site/field-based work expected in the region)
• Estimated base salary: $75,530 per year (estimated)
• Employment type: Full-time

Note: This posting follows relevant federal and Virginia employment laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know.

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Why Join

• Structured EDGE development program focused on accelerating early-career engineers.
• Hands-on experience across multiple transportation engineering functions.
• Clear professional milestones including support to obtain EIT certification.
• Work on meaningful highway, roadway, and infrastructure projects that serve the public.

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Key Skills & Keywords

• Construction engineering
• Roadway design support
• Field inspection and documentation
• Materials / pavement / geotechnical awareness
• Residency operations support
• Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) / EIT pathway

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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