Author: Julie Ross

Job Posting: GEI (Marquette, MI)

I’m a senior engineer at GEI Consultants in Marquette.  We are looking to fill both civil and environmental engineering positions for entry level engineers at our Marquette office as well as others across the country.  In Marquette, we are seeking applicants to support land development, municipal infrastructure, and coastal engineering projects.  We are also looking or water/wastewater treatment and distribution engineers under a separate position.  We will also be at the career fair to meet with students and discuss further.

Interested applicants can send their resumes and cover letters directly to me (gmeister@geiconsultants.com) and/or visit with our people at the career fair.  Information about GEI and the open position(s) are below:

GEI Consultants, Inc. (GEI) is a leading consulting engineering firm ranked #94 in the ENR top 500 (2016).  We serve hundreds of government, energy, industry and institutional clients and have completed more than 35,000 project engagements throughout the United States, Canada, and 25 other countries.

Founded in 1970, our privately held, employee-owned company is comprised of over 700 employees located in 36 offices across the U.S.  GEI’s technical experts are engaged in dozens of specialty services emanating from our traditional core practices, which include geotechnical, environmental, infrastructure, water resources, and ecology.

GEI continues to grow and expand, both in our technical service offerings and geographic coverage.  GEI’s engineers and scientists are considered some of the leading subject matter experts in their respective fields.

GEI Consultants, Inc. (GEI) is seeking an entry level Civil Engineer with a background in civil engineering design.  Under supervision of senior staff, this individual will provide support to ongoing field and engineering design efforts.  Field activities will include topographic survey, unmanned aerial systems flight and surveys, miscellaneous items as needed; and oversight and documentation during construction.  Projects primarily include those related to municipal infrastructure, land development, and waterfront projects..

Essential Responsibilities & Duties:

  • Support the development of decision making documents such as feasibility studies and cost estimates, design and procurement documents such as engineering drawings and specification packages, and tools for contractor bid evaluation and oversight.
  • Support site investigations and site assessments including soil borings and testing, environmental sampling, and technical oversight of subcontractors.
  • Collect survey data at sites.
  • Support data management, technical report development, and assist in preparation of technical presentations and proposals to clients and regulators.
  • This position has a field component, so travel is required.  Candidates should be prepared to work in inclement conditions.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • B.S. in Civil Engineering.
  • E.I.T. is a plus
  • 0-3 years of previous professional experience in civil/geotechnical/environmental engineering and consulting; knowledge and familiarity with engineering design processes.
  • Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
  • Experience with spatial analysis and visualization software such as CAD, Civil 3D, and GIS.
  • Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
  • Willingness and ability to perform field tasks and oversight.
  • Valid U.S. driver’s license.

GEI is an EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability employer

George M. Meister, P.E. 
Project Manager
 GEI Consultants of Michigan, P.C.
GEI Consultants of Michigan, P.C.
109 W. Baraga Avenue | Marquette, MI 49855
T: 906.662.4747 | M: 906.869.8972 | F: 906.214.4141

Career Fest – week of Sept 18-23

RU Ready? | Monday, Sept 18 | 11 AM –  2 PM | MUB Ballroom
Check out this one-stop shop for all things Career Fair. Here’s your chance to review your resume, receive interview tips, practice your personal introductions, and more. Bonus – free lunch on us!
Manufacturing Day | TuesdaySept 19 | 11  AM – 2 PM | CareerFest Tent
Explore opportunities in the Manufacturing Industry- including Robotics & Controls, Building & Construction Design, and Advanced Manufacturing.
Steel Day | Wednesday, Sept 20 | 11 AM – 2 PM | CareerFest Tent
Meet with companies from the Steel Industry, including Caterpillar, Inc., Arcelor Mittal, Gerdau, Nucor, Celveland-Cliff, Inc., and Steel Dynamics.
Mock Interviews | Thursday, Sept 21 and Friday, Sept 22 | 8 AM – 4 PM | Admin 220
Sign up for a mock interview and get valuable feedback from a company rep or campus professional. There are only 70 slots available, so make sure to sign up ASAP!
Lightning Talks – Student Development Days with PCA | Thursday, Sept 21 | 12 PM – 2 PM | MUB Ballroom 
Hear from the powerful women of the Presidential Council of Alumnae (PCA). They’ve been where you are. They’ve walked in your shoes. Their stories will inspire you! Make sure to RSVP today to claim your seat.
Student Development Days with PCA | Friday, Sept 22 | 8 AM – 11 AM | MUB Ballroom 
RSVP and enjoy breakfast and a round-table discussion with the women of the PCA. Can’t make it for the whole thing? The discussion begins at 9:00 AM.  Drop in when you can.

Résumé Blitz | Friday, Sept 22 & Monday, Sept 25  | 11 AM – 2  PM | MUB Commons

Get you résumé reviewed by industry and community professionals before the Fall Career Fair. No appointment needed.

Pasties and Robots with Martin Ford | Saturday, Sept  23 | 12 PM – 1 PM| Rozsa Center

Space is limited to 100 students. Sign-up for this event in the Career Service office, call (906)487-2313 or email career@mtu.edu to reserve your spot & pasty. Bring your questions about emerging industry trends in robotics and artificial intelligence.
The Robots Are Coming! | Saturday, Sept 23 | 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts
Futurist Martin Ford, author of Rise of the Robots, will discuss the impact of artificial intelligence and its impact on your future.

Evening with Industry – Sept 26

Evening with Industry–hosted by SWE
September 26
5-8 pm
This event is a great networking event for students to attend to meet company representatives and to learn proper dining etiquette at a FREE dinner. This year the keynote speaker is from 3M and the talk will be beneficial to every major and student as they are pursuing a professional career.
Student registration is closing on September 19th.

Steel Days – Environmental Engineering

My name is Steven Brandner.  I graduated from MTU in 2012 as an environmental engineer.

This week on campus is industry week and as a part of that various steel manufacturers will be holding a networking event on this Wednesday, Sept 20th.

If there are any environmental engineers who are interested in working with industry or want to learn more we will be having a panel discussion and I will be covering the environmental side of the business.

We will be holding the event in Dow 641 from 4:00-6:00.

I have attached a pamphlet for the event.

Please let me know if you have any questions, steven.brandner1@gerdau.com.

Thanks,

Steven Brandner
Environmental Specialist

Gerdau, St Paul Mill

Steel Day Flyer 2017

General Meeting: Women in Natural Resources (TONIGHT)

 

Women in Natural Resources is a new organization at Michigan Tech that aims to support women in the natural resources and environmental sciences through community, professional development, and mentorship. We are open to everyone that is interested in natural resources including students, faculty, staff, professionals, etc.
We are having our first meeting of the year and we would love to have you join us. There will be ice cream, socializing, and a little bit of discussion about some things we would like to do this year. The social will be in the atrium of the UJ Noblet forestry building on Thursday, September 14 at 7:00pm. It will be a great opportunity to meet people and get a feel for what the club is about.
If you can’t attend the meeting on Thursday but would like to know more send me an email (lejacobs@mtu.edu) and we will keep you in the loop.
I hope to see you there!
Laura Jacobs

Michigan Technological University
BS, Natural Resources Management, 2018
President, Women in Natural Resources
(937) 432-5324

 

General Meeting: Steel Bridge (9/13)

Steel Bridge Info Meeting (Wednesday, 9/13 @ 6 PM)

The Steel Bridge Team will be hosting an informational meeting for anybody interested in learning what Steel Bridge is all about this Wednesday (9/13/16) at 6:00 PM in Dillman 202. There will also be a RAM (design software) Tutorial that follows in Dillman 211 beginning around 7:00 PM.

Steel Bridge is a team of first years through graduate students interested in applying principles taught in coursework to real life situations. The team receives parameters at the beginning of the school year, designs the bridge and all its components, fabricates it on campus, and then competes with the bridge regionally and nationally. The purpose of the competition is to build a bridge that is light, stiff, and fast to build. This past year we had the opportunity to travel to Corvallis, Oregon to compete against 43 other schools from across the world at the national competition bringing home 12th place overall.

Most members join with little to no design or shop experience, but everything is taught throughout the year, including welding! We are looking for anyone interested in gaining valuable experience in design software, metal fabrication, problem solving, or team building skills. Companies like to see and talk about this experience, as it s a great way to improve your team work and leadership skills. We are open to every department, so bring your friends too! If you are unable to make it to the meeting at 6:00 PM, or the design tutorial at 7:00 PM and would like more information please feel free to email the Team Captain, Greg Naghtin, at ganaghti@mtu.edu. We hope to see you there!

Enterprise Day – Sept 13

Attached is a poster for our upcoming Enterprise Day on Sept. 13. Please encourage interested students to stop by.
As a reminder, Enterprise is open to ALL majors and promotes multi/interdisciplinary, team-based learning. Recruiters and employers often seek out Enterprise graduates for their experience and well-rounded skill set, hence our decision to hold the event in conjunction with the CareerFEST activities.

General Meeting: Railroad Engineering and Activities Club (9/12)

On Tuesday, September 12th at 7pm, Michigan Tech’s Railroad Engineering and Activities Club will be hosting our first meeting of the year, in Fisher Room 101.
Join us as several REAC members present their experiences interning in the railroad industry. Come find out what it takes, what they did, and learn some tips and pointers on how you can go about and lock down your own internships for the coming summer.
We’ll also have discussions about our upcoming Railroad Night and Railroad Expo, which are on October 3rd and 4th, respectively.
For new students or members, this is an excellent opportunity to join the club, meet like-minded students, and meet the faculty leading the way in Michigan Tech’s Railroad Transportation Program!
Pizza and refreshments will be served, so bring your appetite and learn about joining the railroad industry, one of the world’s oldest and most influential industries.
From Civil Engineering to Computer Science, there’s probably a job in the industry for your major!
See you there!
Alex Christmas

2nd Year Civil Engineering
Railroad Transportation Program
Vice President, REAC
Michigan Technological University

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Last day to add/drop fall classes

The last day to add/drop Track A courses without instructor approval is today, September 8. Beginning Monday, students will need the green late add/closed section form signed and brought to the Registrar’s office to have the course added.
The last day to add full semester courses without instructor approval is today, September 8, 5:00PM. Beginning Monday, students will need the green late add/closed section form signed and brought to the Registrar’s office to have the course added.
Full semester courses can be dropped on Banweb through Wednesday, September 13, 5:00PM.
Students will be able to add/drop Track B classes on Banweb through Thursday, October 26, 5:00PM

Michigan Tech Engineering Ambassadors Program

Do you want to be a part of outreach to middle and high schoolers to teach about engineering?

Do you want to grow in your professional communication skills?

If yes… then you should check out Michigan Tech’s Engineering Ambassadors Program! Open to all Engineering majors. Join a group of students who present on an engineering topic and conduct a hands on activity at local schools to excite students about engineering!

Our first meeting will be Tuesday September 12 at 5 PM in Fisher 125. Snacks will be provided!

Contact advisor Jaclyn Johnson at jenesbit@mtu.edu to be added to the email list, and with any questions, or stop by our booth at K-day.

We are looking forward to seeing you Tuesday!

Jaclyn Johnson, Ph.D
Michigan Technological University
Mechanical Engineering – Engineering Mechanics

Lecturer

Advisor – Engineering Ambassadors

Advisor – Women in American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Office: MEEM 817
Tel.: 906-487-3433