Graduate Transportation Engineer

Description

ETC is Houston's premier AEC and infrastructure recruiting firm, connecting reputable organizations throughout Texas and the Gulf Coast with exceptional engineering and technical talent.

A client of ours is seeking a Graduate Transportation Engineer to support the planning and design of highways, roadways, transit systems, bridges, trails, and intersections. Working under the supervision of senior engineers, the selected candidate will assist with transportation projects from preliminary schematics through final Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E). This opportunity is ideal for a recent civil engineering graduate with knowledge of MicroStation and OpenRoads who is eager to develop practical design experience while contributing to multidisciplinary transportation projects.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of general concepts of relevant areas of design
• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite
• Understanding and working knowledge of MicroStation and Open Roads 3D modelling tools
• Knowledge of calculations performed by software
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting, engage in creative and critical thought, and effectively communicate concepts and ideas to others
• Ability to create and interpret sketches, drawings, and various structures
• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in engineering
• Position will primarily work in an office setting; may require some field work

Responsibilities

• The graduate engineer will work under close supervision of a Senior Engineer to assist on plans and designs of transportation engineering projects such as highways, roads, transit, bridges, etc.
• Duties will include all aspects of highway/roadway design from preliminary schematic through PS&E, including: typical sections, alignments, profiles, cross-sections, traffic control plans, signing and striping, SWPPP, and basic hydraulics and drainage
• Evaluate, select, specify, and engineer systems or products for a project
• Perform a variety of tasks which may include calculations, and field work
• Assist one or more senior engineers/designers by performing the routine aspects of civil engineering assignments and may assist in the analysis of proposed projects
• Prepares geometric analysis and calculations using established design criteria, methods, practices, and procedures
• Prepares project plans and drawings for various projects including urban and rural roadways, highways, rail, transit, trails, and intersections
• Monitors own work to ensure the delivery of a quality product and that budgets and schedules are met
• Supports project team in development of design documentation, plans and reports for relevant project design elements
• Assists in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats
• Utilizes technologies in development of three dimensional models of civil systems
• Performs calculations to analyze and design civil system components using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software
• Developing ability to effectively discuss project issues with clients and reviewing agencies

Benefits

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, prescription, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid time off and holiday pay, Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending, and an Employee Assistance Plan.

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