Vaughn & Melton, a JMT Company, is seeking an Intern for their Knoxville, TN Water Resources team. The successful candidate will be responsible for engineering design using knowledge of general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute and coordinate assignments.
Essential functions and responsibilities
Perform alternative studies
Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects
Perform design computations
Design projects in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using design software and drawing tools
Develop construction cost estimates
Assist in the preparation of engineering documents for advertisement and construction
Coordinate with internal team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality
Nonessential functions and responsibilities
Required Skills
Proficient in discipline specific design software and willing to train on other platforms
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Written and oral communication skills
Required Experience
Preferred Experience
Engineer-in-training certification
Related experience
Experience working with local clients at the county and state level
Working Conditions
Work is performed within a general office environment 90% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.
Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25lbs) may be required as needed.
Job Competencies
Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving
Attention-to-detail
Building Relationship and Teamwork
Communication
Creativity and Innovation
Dependability
Initiative
Job Proficiency
Planning and Organizing/Time Management
If Managing others, these competencies apply
Delegation
Managing Performance
Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving
Attention-to-detail
Building Relationship and Teamwork
Communication
Creativity and Innovation
Initiative
Job Proficiency
Planning and Organizing/Time Management
V&M is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
