Civil Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Civil Engineer - Transportation and Drainage Engineering Group

Location: Las Cruces, NM

Build a Meaningful Career with Impact

Are you an experienced engineer seeking an opportunity to apply your advanced technical expertise and project management skills to innovative and impactful projects? At Bohannan Huston, we offer a dynamic work environment where you can contribute your knowledge, lead challenging projects, and drive meaningful changes in our communities.

As a Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in our Transportation and Drainage Engineering Group, you will be instrumental in developing and delivering critical engineering solutions by leveraging your expertise across transportation, roadway, grading/earthwork, drainage, and stormwater management. You will manage complex projects effectively from the initial concept phase through implementation.

Your Role & Responsibilities

In this role, you will lead and contribute to:

• Project Management & Leadership - Oversee the execution of roadway and stormwater projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Subject Matter Expertise - Apply your technical expertise to solve complex engineering challenges, providing guidance to project teams and mentoring junior engineers.
• Hydrologic & Hydraulic Analysis - Lead detailed studies supporting solutions for stormwater infrastructure and drainage management planning.
• Engineering Design & Modeling - Use industry-leading software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, to design and model infrastructure solutions.
• Prepare Contract Documents- Utilize Civil 3D AutoCAD to create, design and produce construction plan sets on behalf of clients.
• Construction Management & Cost Estimating - Support project budgeting, prepare cost estimates, and manage resources effectively throughout the project lifecycle.

What We Are Looking For

• You are currently licensed as a PE in New Mexico.
• You have 5-10 years of demonstrated expertise and success in a similar role.
• You have demonstrated organizational skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and can solve problems.
• You can work independently and as an effective member of a team.
• You can manage multiple projects and mentor/train staff.
• You have experience managing engineering projects with public sector clients.
• You can work in a fast-moving, team-based environment.
• You have strong Transportation Engineering technical skills.
• You are fluent in Civil 3D AutoCAD.
• You have excellent written and verbal communication, are a great listener, and are prompt, polished, and specific in your responses.
• You are determined, organized, and detail oriented.
• You are customer focused.
• You have an entrepreneurial spirit with a desire to learn and grow.
• You welcome feedback and find ways to do your work better.
• You are eager to make your work more efficient by learning and mastering various engineering technologies.
• You are a proactive learner who continuously seeks growth opportunities within the engineering field.

Technologies You Will Work With & Learn:

• AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Bluebeam Revu
• Autodesk Vehicle Tracking
• HEC-RAS & HEC-HMS
• HY-8
• ArcGIS
• Microsoft Office

Why Choose Bohannan Huston?

At BHI, we pride ourselves on working on transformative projects that impact water infrastructure, transportation, and land development throughout New Mexico and the Southwest. Our office fosters a collaborative and innovative culture where you will have access to mentorship, cutting-edge technology, and cross-disciplinary projects.

Why Las Cruces, NM?

Las Cruces provides affordable living, stunning desert landscapes, and a relaxed lifestyle. With proximity to White Sands National Park and a growing engineering sector, it is an ideal location to launch your career.

What We Offer

• Professional Development - Access to mentorship, training, and a diverse range of engineering projects.
• Work-Life Balance - Three weeks of flexible leave plus an additional week off during the winter break to support personal and professional well-being.
• Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus an HSA with company contributions.
• Financial Security - A 401(k) retirement plan with a competitive company match.
• Award-Winning Workplace - Recognized as a Top Workplace and ENR Top 500 Firm since 1998.

Take the Next Step in Your Career

If you are ready to take on an exciting leadership role, apply your engineering expertise, and contribute to meaningful projects, we encourage you to join our team at Bohannan Huston.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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