Engineering Specialist

Engineering Specialist An Engineering Specialist at HBK Engineering is a position that combines advanced technical expertise with team leadership responsibilities. This role involves applying broad knowledge of engineering principles and practices while independently evaluating, selecting, and adapting standard techniques and procedures to address unique and complex electrical, structural, civil, and construction-related challenges. A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is strongly preferred for this position.

Additionally, candidates are required to have proven experience working on utility or roadway design projects. The position includes acting as a team lead in coordinating detailed design phases for all aspects of utility engineering work, with direct client interface responsibilities and quality control oversight. Location: Chicago, IL; Denver, CO and Spring, TX What You'll Do Design engineering systems in compliance with relevant specifications, codes, and client requirements for overhead and subsurface utility projects.

Apply broad knowledge of engineering principles and practices to ensure design compliance with relevant specifications, codes, and client requirements. Independently evaluate, select, and adapt standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to address unique and complex electrical, structural, civil, and construction-related challenges. Act as a team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of utility engineering work.

Train entry-level staff. Perform quality control reviews of engineering designs under the oversight of professional engineering staff. Interface with clients to discuss engineering topics within their area of expertise and to provide support to the engineering team.

Prepare detailed engineering and construction documents using a variety of software tools including AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS systems, and client-specific enterprise asset management platforms. Analyze information from supplementary data sources including topographical survey, utility atlas information, field sketches, client records, manufacturer equipment datasheets, etc. Prepare reports and studies meeting client requirements that present technical information clearly and concisely.

Work with project management and engineering leadership to manage project risk. Communicate complex engineering matters to internal project management, engineering leadership, and field resources. Independently manage time and schedule to achieve project milestones.

Perform field walkdowns with internal staff, clients, customers, governance authorities, and construction partners.