Overview

Graduate Engineer - Las Vegas, Nevada Westwood Professional Services, Inc. Westwood Professional Services, Inc.  is seeking a Graduate Engineer to join the land development team in our Las Vegas, Nevada office. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. A Graduate Engineer is expected to work on a team providing support to a licensed Civil Engineer while learning the company’s standard practices and local agency codes. A large amount of time will be dedicated to becoming proficient in AutoCAD Civil3D. In pursuit of a Professional Engineering license, the applicant needs to be organized, self-motivated, and possess the ability to collaboratively solve complex issues on time and within budget. Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare various exhibits and design drawings using AutoCAD Civil3D • Coordination with agency staff and internal support teams on designs, analysis, and issues • Preparation of entitlement documents in support of Tentative Maps, Vacations, Zone Changes, Entitlements, etc. • Calculation of quantities using Microsoft Excel and justification letters using Microsoft Word • Assist with construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil3D including grading plans; plan and profiles; construction details; storm drain, water and sewer facilities; signage and striping plans Required Skills

• Outgoing, friendly, approachable (team player) • Strong communication skills with team members and clients, demonstrates active listening techniques • Proficient in computer software (Word, Excel, AutoCAD, Civil3D, Outlook, Microsoft Project) • Competent technical skills required to complete engineering tasks • Able to proactively pursue design solutions • Ability to be open to other's ideas and willing to compromise • Detail-oriented but also flexible enough to be big picture/conceptual • Able to compromise and accept other’s ideas • Good reputation amongst peers, clients, and agencies • Able to follow general directions and guidelines for the firm’s policies, practices, and procedures • A supportive team member with the ability to work both independently and within a collaborative environment Required Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or the ability to obtain within 6-12 months • Engineer-in-Training Certificate, or the ability to obtain within 6-12 months • Basic knowledge of AutoCAD Civil3D software