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What You’ll Do

This Contract-to-Hire Entry Level Civil Engineer role is a hands-on, field-first opportunity designed to build practical construction/site experience before moving into office-based design and analysis tasks.

• Support geotechnical and civil projects through a mix of fieldwork and office tasks.
• Spend significant time on construction sites performing observation and quality control under senior engineer direction.
• Assist with materials testing and operate materials testing software to verify compliance with specifications.
• Support utility construction and substation-related projects by applying basic civil and geotechnical principles.
• Read and interpret engineering plans and drawings to guide field investigations and monitoring.
• Help prepare technical reports, site documentation, and clear technical writing for client deliverables.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and clients to resolve field issues and coordinate activities.
• Use AutoCAD / Civil 3D to create and update drawings and support drafting efforts.
• Gradually transition into more advanced engineering analysis and design as your skills grow.
• Maintain a construction-minded approach—understand how design translates to field implementation.
• Participate actively in a small-team, mentorship-driven environment to accelerate learning.

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Who You Are (Essential Qualifications)

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• Strong interest in both field work and design; willing to spend significant time in the field early in your career.
• Construction mindset — curiosity about how projects are built and how design decisions are implemented.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and construction drawings.
• Basic understanding of geotechnical principles and common construction procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; comfortable interacting with contractors and clients.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Technical writing skills suitable for clear, accurate reporting.
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D (or willingness to learn quickly).
• Comfortable working in both field and office environments.

Preferred / nice-to-have:

• Engineering internship experience (civil/geotechnical/utility or related).
• Experience or exposure to utility construction or substation work.
• Familiarity with materials testing equipment and software.
• Construction-related college experience (co-ops, fieldwork, projects).

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Work Environment & Schedule

• This role is field-heavy at the start (construction sites, materials testing, QA/QC) and transitions to more office-based design, analysis, and drafting over time.
• You will work closely with senior engineers in a collaborative, small-company culture focused on hands-on learning and mentorship.
• Safety-focused environment; appropriate PPE and training provided for field assignments.

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Job Type, Location & Compensation

• Job type: Contract to Hire (initially contractor, with potential conversion).
• Workplace: Onsite / field work required in Wellston, MO and surrounding project locations.
• Pay range: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour. Individual pay within the range will depend on qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors.
• Benefits (if eligible during temporary assignment and upon hire): medical, dental, vision; 401(k) options; voluntary life & AD&D; short/long-term disability; HSA; transportation benefits; EAP; PTO policies. Benefits availability may vary by classification and length of employment.

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Confidentiality Notice

Employer name in the original posting has been replaced with "Confidential Client" for privacy. The hiring organization is represented on the Careertakes platform as Confidential Client.

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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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