We’re Hiring!
We have an opening available for a Senior Civil Engineer Designer in our Belo Horizonte, Brazil office.
Do you want to make a difference in the world? Are you interested in applying your skills, talents, and education to work at a company that values people and excellence; has a long history of success, and is valued by repeat clients in an industry that makes our quality of life better? Do you want to be part of a team that will inspire you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? If you said yes to these questions, then read on to learn more about Knight Piésold and the opportunities we have open.
Why Join Knight Piésold?
You will be joining a reputable, well-established global consulting firm with 100 years of industry experience that specializes in Mining, Environmental, Hydropower and Water Resources.
We believe in the One Team approach, with everyone working together toward achieving a shared goal. There are no barriers, and no one works in isolation. You will build on your talents through knowledge-sharing culture, working across borders and collaborating with top professionals in the industry.
We value each employee and recognize their contribution to the overall success of the company
The Role:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Civil Engineer Designer responsible for the drafting of drawings and computer aided design of projects and/or project elements (largely earthworks related), taking projects from conceptual designs through refined 3D CAD models, and then to the production of detailed design drawings. Additional duties will include the calculation of various quantities from 3D models and aiding others in refining and drafting their designs.
Responsibilities:
Under minimal supervision, completes complex design tasks, CAD assignments, and preparation of designs for visualizations and presentations.
Analyze and provide recommendations; make decisions requiring independent judgement.
Proficient knowledge of relevant engineering and scientific theory, principles and practices.
Maintains outstanding relationships with internal/external clients, fostering a collaborative environment within project development.
Provides technical guidance and assists with training of junior technicians.
Provides input/recommendations to develop improved CAD systems and procedures.
Consistently follows KP policies and procedures and demonstrates consistent application.
Responsible for successful delivery of work on time and on budget.
Ideal Candidate will have:
Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering or related fields.
Registered as a Professional Engineer.
10+ years of work experience related to mining, hydropower, and/or infrastructure project development with a strong background in geotechnical analysis.
Advanced proficiency in Autodesk infrastructure design tools (e.g., Civil 3D, InfraWorks), and experience with GIS, hydraulic, hydrotechnical, and geotechnical software.
Proven experience and ability for project/client management.
Excellent communication skills and a demonstrated capability to work cooperatively within multidisciplinary teams.
Bilingual in English/Portugese