Joseph:
I have been following your email discussion on the internet at ASCE. I have also looked at your BIO. You have what should be a strong resume. I think the problem is in how you are presenting your information. Can you send me your resume, and I will review it for you. Looking at your BIO, I see some things that need to be explained a little better, such as why you had an EI position while working at an analytical lab.
Given the amount of years that you have, I think maybe a more project focused resume might work better, rather than a position focused resume. This means listing your positions and titles very tightly, and focusing on the things you do well in the rest. I do not see dates when you did your education. This might explain some of the overlaps in education.
I agree with Dan, in that you should focus on the big guys. All the companies listed have main offices in California, but they have offices all across the world. I think Jacobs should be added to the list. I know AECOM, and Jacobs have big offices in Denver, but they also have big offices in Houston TX, Dallas TX, and Pasadena CA. With your education and experience, I would be looking at the civil side of the petrochemical divisions.
You need to find an open position you like, tailor your resume for that position, then submit it. If they have an on-line application process, then you need to fill out every section of their on-line form.
I think that you need to spend some time networking through organizations like ASCE. Given that you were an officer in the armed forces, I would also look at SAME. I know these organizations are a great place to meet engineers, get to know them, and potentially make relationships that last, and could include offers of employment. The best way to get a job is via referral. It is easy to get a referral if you have a volunteer position with one of the organizations, and people see that you know how to work hard.
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Dwayne Culp P.E., P.Eng, M.ASCE
Culp Engineering, LLC
Richmond TX
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Original Message:
Sent: 07-08-2017 20:33
From: Joseph Egry
Subject: E.I.T. Positions
I have been looking for an E.I.T. Civil Engineering position for the last five years here in Colorado. What areas of the country have the most jobs?
Thanks in advance.
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Joseph Egry M.S., EIT, A.M.ASCE
Thornton CO
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