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WELLS Engineer in Training in Brighton, Colorado
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Wells Engineering Development Program (EDP) participants work directly with Wells PEs to gain valuable, hands-on experience in field services, quality control and engineering design. EDP participants will work through the program phases at their own pace. As you become proficient, you'll progress to the next level or phase, exploring different opportunities and discovering a career path that best meets your skills, ambitions, and expertise.
Salary range $65,000-$75,000 a year. Based on experience.
WHY WORK FOR US?
At Wells, we empower our team members to deliver an exceptional client experience. Our employees are talented problem solvers that shine in preconstruction, engineering, operations, and project management. They bring innovative solutions that yield outstanding results.
In the design and construction industry, we focus on honesty and hard work to build trust that lasts beyond individual projects. Our team is consistently working to improve building processes and raise industry standards. We meet our partners' needs through collaborative efforts that ensure safe and certain results, reducing risks along the way. Together, we help businesses and individuals succeed and change our communities for the better.
WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER
Wells values our employees and is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
Health, dental and vision insurance
Paid premiums for short- and long-term disability, and life insurance
Wellness Incentives
Paid holidays
Flex spending for medical and daycare
Health savings account (HSA)
401(k) plan with profit sharing
Access to Nice Healthcare
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Wishbone Pet Insurance
Critical Illness Benefit Plan
Accident Insurance Plan
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Plan
Please note that the benefits listed here are for non-union employees. Benefits for union employees are covered under separate collective bargaining agreements which can be obtained through their union business agent or their HR representative.
Other benefits include Health and Family Care leave for both union and non-union employees.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The first portion of the Wells EDP will get you up to speed with quality control. This is one of the most important aspects of engineering with Wells. Our attention to detail and quality is what sets us apart from the competition.
Shadow Quality Control (QC) tech at the plant
Learn to perform physical test on concrete in the lab
Get familiar with entering pre/post pour in Concrete Vision (CV), an internal production database
Take and pass American Concrete Institute (ACI) field I Test
Check forms during pre-pour
Start to get familiar with mix designs, finishes, NCR's, and metrics
Take and pass Precast Concrete Institute (PCI) I/II
Work proficiently with mix designs and finishes
Pour samples
Enter and use NCR/metrics to work on root cause and continuous improvement
Conduct site visits when problems arise and determine root cause, then report to operations and help develop new processes, and procedures
Work to develop new metrics to help with lowering NCR where needed
The Quality Control phase, you'll have the opportunity to work in our Field Services division.
Shadow a senior field supervisor and assist in the layout process
Read/interpret blue prints and communicate the work plan to crew
Use survey equipment to ensure product is properly aligned vertically and horizontally
Coordinate with dispatch daily for load times and sequence
Supervise the installation process on job sites
Troubleshoot problems that arise and help resolve them
Write weekly progress reports
Assist field operation managers with conducting early job site visits to coordinate start date, crane and truck access and project concerns with clients
Source necessary construction eq ipment and materials to complete the project
Coordinate shipping schedules, appropriate equipment and crew size needed for the project
Coordinate daily job duties
Coordinate mobilization to the next site efficiently and effectively
Follow the bracing procedures and job specific plan on every project
Support the laborers and operators at the project to complete tasks
Another portion of the Wells EDP consists of hands-on experience in engineering design. You'll spend your final months working in tandem with Wells Design Engineers to design precast concrete products for a variety of projects, gaining valuable skills.
Work with Wells Design Engineers to design precast concrete products for a variety of projects including FLEXURAL DESIGN (Hollowcore, Double Tees, and Beams), and wall panel design including load capacity and the wall panel handling.
You'll be prepared to take the PE exam and obtain your PE license.
EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Bachelor's Degree, in Engineering is required
Possession of a valid driver's license, and the ability to operate a motor vehicle.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Physically able to push, pull, lift, bend, climb, kneel, twist, squat, crawl and use hands/forearms repetitively and frequently.
Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for typing, filing, and using office equipment.
Visual acuity and ability to read small print.
Hearing acuity and ability to communicate effectively with others.
Ability to lift and move office supplies and equipment.
Mobility and ability to move around the office as needed.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Intermittent field / jobsite visits will require safety precautions, which may coincide with exposure to harsh weather.
Moderate to high risk of exposure to unusual elements.
Moderate to high risk of safety precautions.
Moderate to high exposure to production environment.
Wet, hot, humid, and wintry conditions (weather- related) (plant-specific)
Ability to work outside year-round (plant-specific)
This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.
Wells is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.Apply at: http://ipc.us/t/7365325F48A04D7C.