Transmission and Distribution Field Engineer Co-op

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Summary:

The Transmission and Distribution Field Engineer Co-op will typically support one or more experienced engineers in the performance of their assignments, spend time shadowing actual operations, and have unique assignments that support larger projects as well as experience the day-to-day workings of Project Engineering on a construction site. There are currently project locations across the country and co-ops should be ready to relocate to any of our projects for the duration of their co-op. 

Requirements:     

•  Accountable to continually reinforce safe behaviors and correct “at risk” behaviors.
•  Assists in the generation, maintenance, tracking, and updating of project-specific procurement log, RFI log, POD, and engineering milestones on a weekly basis.
•  Attends meetings and takes minutes and distributes to Project Engineers for review and distribution to project teams.
•  Assists and maintains project documentation structures utilizing SharePoint, Procore, or client systems (RFI, drawings, submittals, transmittals)
•  Reviews and checks conformance of vendor submittals and/or engineering designs (where applicable) to exhibits of the prime contract.
•  Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
•  Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures.
•  Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.

Qualifications:  

•  You must be working toward a BS or MS degree in Construction Management or Engineering (Civil preferred).
•  You must be 18 years of age by the start of the co-op assignment.
•  You must be a US Citizen.
•  You must have a valid driver’s license.
•  You must be able to complete a Co-Op at any one of our locations. This often requires relocating out of state for the duration of the Co-Op.
•  You must be able to complete at least 4 months of work, but 6+ months is preferred. The following time frames are preferred: January – August or May – December.
•  No work experience required, although construction experience is helpful.

Anticipated base salary range:  $19 - 21  

On top of base salary, RES intern/co-ops also receive: $125 daily per diem, $100 monthly cell phone stipends, access to a company vehicle with a gas card, reimbursement for their travel to the project site and home, and more!   

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.  

Physical requirements and environment:  

The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

While performing the duties of this job, this position involves:

Rarely: Pulling (5-15lbs), Pushing (5-15lbs), Stooping;

Occasionally: Carrying (5-15lbs), Climbing, Crouching, Gripping, Handling, Kneeling, Lifting (5-15lbs), Walking;

Frequently: Grasping, Sitting, Standing;

Constantly: Reading, Hearing, Reaching, Vision, Repetitive Motion.

The Employee is rarely exposed to extreme cold, wet, or vibrations, is occasionally exposed to noise and hazards and is frequently exposed to extreme heat, humidity.  

We maintain a drug-free workplace.  Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment  

RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.