JOB PURPOSE:

The Civil Engineer I will work under the close supervision of the VP of Engineering and collaborate with project managers, field service, sales, construction, and production personnel to obtain a clear vision of the project or equipment to be designed. The Civil Engineer I assists in design, development, implementation, and analysis of equipment structures, site layouts, foundations, utilities, drainage, and other civil works required to support Fulghum’s forest product equipment installations, components and systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

•    Performs standard computations or analysis on equipment and component design
•    Prepares calculations and drawings for site layout, grading, drainage, utilities, and foundations supporting heavy industrial equipment and facilities
•    Works directly with Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction, and Field Service to resolve issues with new and existing products
•    Collects, reviews, and interprets survey data, site conditions, and geotechnical reports to support equipment and component design 
•    Detail-oriented approach to design, drawing accuracy, including BOM, and data entry of requisitions
•    Conduct site visits to gather survey data, verify design conditions, assist with problem-solving, and verify compliance with design intent
•    Applies standard and prescribed techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks as part of a broader assignment or project
•    Assists on other tasks such as preparation of project documentation, material testing, drawings, and computer-aided design (CAD) work
•    Builds professional skills through continued training, education and networking events
•    May work independently or within a team to design and detail assemblies from general verbal instructions, sketches, or existing models
•    Assist in technical writing for Operation, Maintenance, and Safety manuals of the equipment

QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

•    B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited US college or university 
•    Completion of a civil engineering internship or co-op preferred
•    Basic knowledge of civil engineering principles, including structural design, site grading, drainage, utilities, foundations, and other engineering principles  
•    Basic knowledge in SolidWorks and AutoCAD 
•    Understanding of product data management (PDM) or other electronic document control systems
•    Familiarity with surveying and construction practices for industrial sites 
•    Possess basic communications skills, both verbal and written
•    Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES:
•    Demonstrates honesty, integrity and a positive attitude
•    Eagerness to accept new challenges and assignments
•    Willingness to learn and apply civil engineering principles