Civil Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Houston or College Station, TX (flexible work environment and schedule)

Client is seeking a motivated Civil Engineer with EIT certification to join our growing team, supporting site development and land development projects across Texas.

• Assist with the preparation of civil engineering designs including site layout, grading, drainage, and utility plans.
• Develop and produce construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D and assist with the preparation of project specifications as needed.
• Perform engineering calculations and analyses related to site development, drainage, and infrastructure systems.
• Support the preparation of engineering reports, feasibility studies, and schematic design packages.
• Participate in field investigations, site visits, and data collection to support engineering design and project development.
• Assist with permitting efforts and coordination with regulatory clients and consultants.
• Assist with the design of water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, paving, grading, and drainage systems.
• Work closely with engineers, designers, and project managers to ensure project quality, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation according to company standards.
• Support project teams in meeting project schedules and deliverables.
• Collaborate effectively with team members across multiple concurrent projects.

• Understanding of civil engineering design principles related to site development and land development projects.
• Preparation of construction drawings and design documentation.
• Familiarity with stormwater management, drainage design, grading design, and utility layout.
• Understanding of municipal permitting processes and jurisdictional requirements.
• Ability to perform basic engineering calculations and technical analysis related to civil site design.
• Working proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D for drafting and design.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite for documentation, reporting, and general project support.
• Ability to interpret engineering standards, specifications, and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification in the State of Texas.
• Working proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office applications.
• 3–8 years of relevant experience in civil engineering design, site development, or land development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based engineering environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.
• Employment with [Client Name] is contingent upon signing a restrictive covenant agreement, which includes provisions related to confidentiality, non-solicitation, and protection of company interests.
• Employment is subject to successful completion of a background check.

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure or progress toward licensure in the State of Texas.
• The ideal candidate would work out of our College Station, Texas office.
• Experience with permitting requirements and design standards in the Greater Houston or Central Texas regions.
• Exposure to design-build or design-bid-build project delivery methods.
• Experience supporting projects in industrial, commercial, medical, corporate, or educational sectors.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams including engineers, designers, and drafters.

• Based in Houston, or College Station, with a flexible work environment and schedule.
• Occasional travel for site visits, client meetings, field investigations, or project coordination.
• Must meet access and safety requirements for Federal medical/defense facilities; valid driver's license and ability to use personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Candidates must have work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship by the company, either currently or in the future.