Civil Engineer- Early Career

Shive-Hattery; Ralston (NE); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Shive-Hattery, a full-service architecture and engineering firm, seeks a Civil Engineer Intern to contribute to Public Infrastructure- Transportation projects. You’ll design roadways, trails, and site plans, prepare CAD drawings, and assist in construction administration.

Ideal for recent grads with FE/EI progress, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a hybrid office setting. Growth and licensure support are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college/university.
• 0–3 years of experience; recent graduate or Engineer Intern.
• FE exam passed with EI; pursuing PE license.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• Willing to work overtime and travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Prepare CAD drawings, reports, construction cost opinions, and technical specifications.
• Contribute to design of roadway, trail, parking, site grading, and storm water management.
• Assist in construction phasing, traffic control, and other site design components.
• Support on-site construction administration and observation for contractor compliance.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Open Roads Designer

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

At Shive-Hattery, we believe great design starts with great people. We're a full-service architecture and engineering firm with a legacy of collaboration, innovation, and putting people first, our clients and each other. If you're looking for a place where your ideas matter and your growth is supported, you'll feel at home here.

Why This Role Matters

As a member of our Public Infrastructure- Transportation group, you'll explore the intricacies of designing complex infrastructure, shaping your professional journey and leaving a lasting mark at the area we serve. This role offers invaluable hands‑on experience essential for licensure, providing a solid foundation for your professional journey.

What You'll Do

• Embark on a dynamic career path where you'll engage in diverse projects, surrounded by a cohesive team of high‑performing professionals.
• Join our team of engineers and contribute to the design of projects in the markets we serve. Although your initial work will be in Public Infrastructure , you will have the opportunity for diverse work spanning the industrial, healthcare, k-12, commercial, and government sectors. You'll play a pivotal role in preparing CAD drawings, reports, construction cost opinions, and technical specifications.
• Design responsibilities will encompass a wide range of types, from roadway, trail, and parking lot design to site grading, and storm water management.
• Additionally, you'll be involved in designing construction phasing, traffic control, and other site design components. As part of our commitment to excellence, you'll assist in onsite construction administration and observation, ensuring contractor compliance with contract documents and learning how your designs are constructed.

Requirements

You don't need to check every box to succeed here. If your experience aligns with many of the items below and you're excited about the work we do, we encourage you to apply.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college/university
• Experience: A recent graduate or early career Engineer Intern with 0 to 3 years
• License/Certification: Successful completion of the Fundamentals Of Engineering (FE) exam and designation as an Engineer Intern (EI) with the drive to obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Software: Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Effectively manage multiple projects and multiple deadlines including planning, organizing, and prioritizing work
• Work occasional overtime hours.
• Valid driver's license and access to vehicle.
• Climb ladders and work on elevated platforms and open grating.
• Wear personal safety equipment required for specific clients and sites.
• Pass drug and background screenings required for work at most client sites.

What will make you stand out

• Practical, hands‑on experience in Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD Civil 3D and Open Roads Designer software.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, are paramount, along with a demonstrated commitment to client service.
• Previous internships or summer experiences in general civil engineering or construction would be advantageous.

Our Commitment to You

Great work happens when you feel secure in your future, confident in your support, and trusted to grow. That's why our benefits support your health, financial stability, and life beyond work - including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off and holidays, 401(k) retirement savings, disability protection, wellness incentives, and flexibility. When we succeed, you share in that success. Guided by truth, trust, mentoring, and care, we're committed to helping you build a lasting career.

Who We Are

Shive-Hattery is a privately held architecture and engineering consulting firm with design offices across the United States. Here, you'll work alongside multidisciplinary teams delivering integrated design solutions for clients across industries. You'll contribute to meaningful projects guided by our principle to design what matters and make our world a better place. You're looking to build something great. So are we.

Shive-Hattery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

This position is primarily performed in an office or hybrid environment and may require travel to project sites, other Shive-Hattery office locations or to meet with clients. A full clean driver's license is required. The role involves sitting, standing, and working at a computer for extended periods. May also require lifting light to medium weight objects of up to 50 lbs., the wearing of PPE and navigating active construction sites. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies:

To protect the interests of all parties, Shive-Hattery and its partners will not accept unsolicited candidate submissions from a recruiter or staffing agency who is not operating under an executed recruiting or staffing services contract with Shive-Hattery. Please do not contact our employees directly in that regard or otherwise submit unsolicited candidate information in any form.