Job Description
Job Description
Engineering Technician / EIT I
Location: Boise, Idaho
Industry: Agricultural Land Development
Type: Full-time | Hourly ($25$35/hr DOE)
Schedule: MondayFriday, standard business hours
Status: Actively Hiring
Your Engineering Career Starts Here And Grows Fast
Are you passionate about agriculture and eager to build a well-rounded engineering career supporting the people who feed America?
We at Nexorra Group are partnering with a full-service development and advocacy firm that has supported the agricultural industry for over 20 years. We're hiring a hands-on, highly organized EIT I (Engineer in Training) to join their growing Idaho team.
This is more than an entry-level drafting job. Its a launchpad for motivated engineers seeking direct mentorship, versatile project work, and a fast path to salaried growth. Youll support a team of senior P.E.s on large-scale agricultural projects that directly impact family farms and ranches across the country.
Why This Role Matters
Due to steady growth and a top-heavy team structure, our client is hiring an early-career engineer to take ownership of critical day-to-day project tasks. Youll be the right hand to four licensed P.E.s, helping them deliver best-in-class designs and permitting packages for agricultural clients while learning every step of the way.
What You'll Do
- Perform calculations, assist in civil design, and prepare reports to support engineered systems (e.g., drainage, water, and waste systems)
- Develop technical reports and interact with local and state agencies for permitting
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to track timelines, deadlines, and project deliverables
- Assist with fieldwork: site surveys, on-site materials testing, construction observation, and more
- Build a broad skill set across civil design, agronomy, permitting, and field operations
What Youll Gain
- One-on-one mentorship from senior engineers
- A fast track from hourly to salaried professional based on performance
- Exposure to a wide range of project typesnot a siloed drafting role
- A chance to support the success of family farms and ag-based operations that feed the nation
- Incredible team culture collaborative, mission-driven, and stable (the company has never laid anyone off due to lack of work)
What Were Looking For
Must-Have Qualifications:
- Degree in Civil Engineering or completion of an Engineering Technician program with relevant experience
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D
- Strong numerical and mathematical skills
- Clear, confident written and verbal communication
- Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Physically able to conduct fieldwork in various weather conditions and terrain
Strong Pluses (The Wow Factor):
- Background in or strong passion for agriculture
- Comfortable working in and around dairies, feedlots, poultry farms, and other animal ag operations
- Jump-in mindset willing to assist wherever needed, from drafting to manure sampling
- Exceptionally organized; thrives on managing project details, deadlines, and documentation
- Independent, proactive learner with strong personal drive
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly Rate: $25$35/hour (DOE)
- Health Insurance: 100% employer-paid (employee-only coverage)
- PTO: 15 days to start (sick + vacation)
- Retirement: Simple IRA with 3% match
- Career Growth: Common progression from hourly to salaried position based on performance
- Relocation: Case-by-case consideration for standout candidates
Ready to Apply?
This is a career-defining opportunity for someone early in their engineering journey who wants hands-on experience, direct mentorship, and a long-term place to grow.
Apply now to join a stable, mission-driven, and collaborative team making a real impact in the agricultural development space.