About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering & Infrastructure (Water).

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

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Role summary

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Structural Engineer (Water) to join their engineering team in Olathe, KS. This role offers hands-on experience on water infrastructure projects and opportunities to develop design, analysis, and project coordination skills while working with experienced engineers.

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What you’ll do

You will support project teams by contributing to design, analysis, and production tasks for structural elements of water infrastructure projects.

• Contribute to preparation of engineering deliverables such as drawings, reports, specifications, and studies of limited scope
• Perform routine research and recommend equipment or material selections
• Collect, organize, and manage technical data for engineering tasks
• Prepare basic engineering calculations using standard methods and principles
• Read and apply departmental design guides, engineering codes, and internal procedures
• Support quality and continuous improvement initiatives
• Coordinate with project team members and share technical information as directed
• Assist with basic client-focused tasks and may support proposal/pursuit activities

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Preferred qualifications

Preferred non-technical skills:

• Learning on the fly; problem solving
• Strong written communications
• Drive for results and intellectual horsepower
• Active listening and clear informing
• Ability to work with ambiguity

Preferred technical skills:

• Basic knowledge of engineering design principles and applicable design guides and standards
• Familiarity with engineering calculations and reporting
• Understanding of construction and constructability practices
• Awareness of company quality programs and continuous improvement methods

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Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited program.
• Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements if selected (which may include background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search) in compliance with applicable laws.

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Work environment & location

This position is based in Olathe, KS. Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment at manager discretion, based on performance and assignments.

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Compensation & employment type

Estimated pay shown on the original posting: $65,036 per year (estimated). Employment type: Full‑Time (as indicated in the job details).

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Additional information

• Relocation eligible: Yes
• Visa sponsorship: No
• Project-only hire: No

Confidential Client provides a benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, and other programs. Specific benefits and eligibility will be provided by the employer during the hiring process.

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Notice to applicants

All applicants will be considered without discrimination. Selected candidates must be able to meet any lawful pre-employment conditions referenced above.

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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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