Associate Graduate Engineer (Utility Engineering)

Location: Hybrid; office locations in San Antonio, TX, Kansas City, MO, and St. Louis, MO. US work authorization and a US driver's license are required.

Company

HBK Engineering, part of hirify.global, provides civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, construction support, and permitting services for utility infrastructure projects across the United States.

What you will do

• Design overhead and subsurface utility engineering systems in accordance with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
• Develop creative solutions to complex electrical, structural, civil, and construction-related challenges.
• Manage the design lifecycle from project initiation through construction completion and closeout.
• Prepare engineering and construction documents using AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS, and client-specific asset management platforms.
• Analyze topographical surveys, utility atlas information, field sketches, client records, and equipment datasheets.
• Perform field walkdowns with staff, clients, customers, authorities, and construction partners; travel as needed, typically less than 25%.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related degree from an ABET-accredited program.
• US work authorization and a valid US driver's license.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary teams, collaborate on larger projects, and quickly contribute to in-process work.
• Strong technology skills, including working knowledge of Office365, remote communication software, and 2D CADD software such as AutoCAD or similar.
• Ability to generate layout drawings and project materials.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, persistence, adaptability, and the ability to manage time and schedules independently.

Nice to have

• EIT Certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Mentorship, training, professional development, and exposure to diverse utility engineering projects.
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard design tools and field interactions.
• Collaborative interdisciplinary work environment and a defined engineering career progression pathway.
• Support for pursuing Professional Engineer licensure.
• Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, employer-paid life insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.