Civil Engineer 1 - Roadways

GBA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life, accident, disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and

Wellness initiatives

Paid company holidays, floating/flexi‑

Job summary

GBA Transportation Department in Austin, TX is seeking a Civil Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team focused on roadway design and multi‑modal facilities. The role supports projects from planning through bidding, with emphasis on geometric design, safety, and constructibility.

The position requires a BS in Civil Engineering, 0–2 years of experience, and either an EIT or ability to obtain within six months. Proficiency with AutoCAD or MicroStation and MS Office is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering required.
• 0-2 years of professional experience in civil/road design.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with additional design tools (Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, RSAP, HSM, AutoTurn, HY-8, HEC-RAS, Revu, Adobe).

Responsibilities

• Geometric design and 3‑D modeling for intersections and interchanges.
• Evaluate multi‑modal facilities from planning to final design and bidding docs.
• Roadside safety evaluation and design.
• Basic hydrology & hydraulic design including cross-road structures.
• Develop construction sequencing, traffic control and erosion plans.
• Quantity development, cost estimation, specifications QA/QC.
• Field visits and utility coordination.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

0-2 years experience

EIT Certification

CAD Tools

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

Synchro / SimTraffic

VISSIM

RSAP

HSM

AutoTurn

HY-8

HEC-RAS

Revu

Adobe

Job description

What You'll Do:

Municipal/Highway Design Responsibilities:

• Geometric Design and 3-D Modeling, including intersection and interchange design
• Evaluation and design of multi-modal (automobile, pedestrian, bicycle, transit, freight) facilities and corridors, from the planning stage to final design and bidding documents
• Roadside Safety Evaluation and Design
• Basic Hydrology & Hydraulic design, including cross-road structures and enclosed storm sewers
• Development of Construction Sequencing, Traffic Control Plans, Erosion Control Plans for Construction
• Quantity development and tabulation, Cost Estimation, Standard Specification review and development, Quality Control/Quality Assurance Reviews
• Field Visits
• Utility Coordination
• Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
• 0-2 years of experience
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Experience in using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
• Possess effective communication skills both written and oral
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience using the following software is a plus: Synchro / SimTraffic, VISSIM, RSAP, HSM, AutoTurn, HY-8, HEC-RAS, Revu or Adobe

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, accident, and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives
• Paid company holidays, floating holidays, and flexible time off
• Opportunities for training, professional growth, and advancement

Join Our Team

The Transportation Department at GBA is looking for a civil engineer to join our team at our office in Austin, Texas. This position will work with a multi-disciplined team on roadway engineering design, supporting working in our Kansas, Missouri, and Texas offices.

At GBA Companies, we are not your average engineering firm. We are about innovative people who want to solve problems. We're known for our technical excellence, but we bring so much more to the table. We strive to create remarkable solutions for a higher quality of life. And we are changing the industry by integrating the design and construction process with use of new technology.

Our people are ambitious, passionate and committed to creating high quality, imaginative projects. We've created an environment where we celebrate our team's eagerness to learn and grow. From birthdays and BBQs to protecting the environment and helping families in need, GBA employees celebrate and support one another and the communities where we live, work and play. Joining our team means you'll have rewarding opportunities that challenge and inspire you

At GBA, we are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer promoting diversity in our workforce by including all individuals regardless of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.