2024 Trinity Univ Career Fair, Internship and Graduate Engineer
CobbFendley

Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc is currently accepting applications for our 2025 Summer Internship Program and Full-Time Graduate Engineers.

2025 Summer Internship Position

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited Civil or other engineering programs
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Motivated to learn in a dynamic environment with short deadlines

Essential Functions

• Provide administrative and engineering support to multiple employees within the organization
• Work with AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, or other programs
• Training to meet company safety standards
• Work in a safe and efficient manner at all times

Full-Time Graduate Engineer Position

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering Technology (EAC/ABET) required
• Plans to pursue E.I.T. certification required. Proof of passed FE exam preferred.
• Entry Level experience in civil engineering design and plan production in Civil 3D.
• Motivation to work in a dynamic environment with strict deadlines.
• Desire to collaborate with professionals and clients to increase your industry knowledge and grow in your career.
• Commitment to perform responsibilities consistent with industry standards to achieve department and company goals.
• Interest in developing relationships with clients, partners, and local organizations to remain a trusted resource in the community.

Essential Functions

• Support CobbFendley Project Managers and Engineers with engineering design tasks for various projects.
• Under direct supervision, performs standard Engineering work requiring application of standard established techniques and procedures to carry out tasks.
• Perform civil engineering design, design calculations, analysis, field visits, plans, and interpret plans from other engineering related disciplines.
• Assist Project Manager in providing project engineering design and task management for assigned projects in a variety of applications ranging from feasibility studies to final as-built maintenance records.
• Prepare civil drawing packages, specifications, bill of materials, and estimates according to the project scope and schedule.
• Work with Project Manager to identify and resolve conflicts. This includes assisting with clients to ensure drawing packages follow Client policies and guidelines, applicable codes, regulations, and rules.
• Process checks or review of work product by Sr. Engineer or Project Manager. These checks are expected to become less frequent as you gain working knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience.
• Utilize multiple software solutions to maximize the effectiveness and efficiencies of our services.
• Become familiar with all services offerings provided by CobbFendley to ensure the ability to look for project opportunities for all services provided by our firm within one (1) year.
• Travel to project sites and other CobbFendley offices, as required, to perform these duties.
• Apply technical expertise and be able to work with a project team on conventional and unconventional projects.
• Perform independent research and delegate changing priorities.
• Adhere to CobbFendley’s safety standards to uphold a safe and efficient environment.
• Maintain a professional attitude and fulfill responsibilities with integrity.

PHYSICAL + COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

• Seated and Standing Position.Extended periods of sitting and standing in an upright position at a workstation.
• Mobility.Movement within the office and job sites, including navigating between floors, workstations, and outdoor environments with potential for uneven surfaces.
• Neck Movement.Forward flexion, extension, or lateral rotation of the head and neck while using multiple computer screens.
• Repetitive Motion.Repetitive finger movements for operating a computer mouse and typing on a keyboard.
• Arm Movement.Extending hands and arms in various directions, such as overhead, below the waist, forward, or laterally.
• Object Handling.Raising or lowering objects from one level to another and transporting objects by holding them in the hands, arms, or over the shoulder.
• Cognitive Requirements.Selective attention, oral comprehension, oral expression, speech recognition, speech clarity, written comprehension, written expression, problem sensitivity, deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, number facility, information ordering, category flexibility, flexibility of closure, fluency of ideas, and originality.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work Environment.Most work is performed in a professional office environment. Some trips to client offices and outdoor environments for observations will be required.
• Office Conditions.Includes extensive use of electronic devices such as computers, printers, copiers, scanners, plotters, and telephones. Additionally, tasks may involve the use of cutting tools and equipment like rotary paper cutters and plotting devices.
• Outdoor Conditions. Includes walking and climbing on uneven surfaces, exposure to extreme weather conditions (heat and freezing temperatures), noise, and exposure to allergens (e.g., pollen, dust, cedar, sumac, poison ivy).
• Safety and Equipment Use. Regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, along with handling electric power tools, cutting tools, plotting equipment, rotary paper cutter, and other equipment.
• Driving and Vehicle Use. May involve driving large pick-up trucks with attached trailers, potentially operating watercraft, and for extended periods of time.
• Noise and Allergens. Potential exposure to high noise levels and various allergens, including poison ivy, sumac, dust, pollen, and cedar.
• Wildlife Hazards. Potential exposure to wildlife hazards such as animals, insects, and plants.

Expected hours of work:

• Summer Internship:This is a temporary, summer position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:30 pm during a designated time period.
• Graduate Engineer: This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work areMonday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM local time.

If and when the duties and responsibilities change and develop, the job description will be reviewed and subject to changes of business necessity.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

At CobbFendley, we are an equal opportunity employer, interested in qualified candidates with the requisite employment authorization eligibility to work in the United States. All candidates are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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MISCELLANEOUS

• Pre-Employment Screenings.All offers of employment at CobbFendley are contingent upon the prospective employee passing a drug screening, physical exam (if applicable), and various background verifications (including but not limited to 10-year history of the county, state, federal, and a 5-year history of motor vehicle records).
• Work Authorization + Sponsorship.Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). The E-Verify system uses federal databases to rapidly validate individual identities and work eligibility from the information gathered in the Form I-9. CobbFendley will not sponsor applications of work visas. We understand that this could affect your decision to apply with these conditions in mind.
• External Recruiting Agencies.CobbFendley does not and will not accept unsolicited resumes under any circumstances from independent recruiters, recruiting agencies, or similar entities. Recruiting activity on behalf of a candidate does NOT constitute CobbFendley's acceptance of terms and conditions without prior contractual agreements signed by authorized CobbFendley personnel. Unsolicited resumes through any channels including cold calling, emails, applications, social media messaging, etc., will not be reviewed.

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