Civil Engineer-In-Training

Walker Partners Engineers | Surveyors; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

Professional development

401(k) plan

Job summary

Walker Partners is seeking a Civil Engineer-in-Training (EIT) in Austin, TX to join our civil engineering and survey team. You will assist project teams in designing drainage and water resources systems and prepare master plans and reports for municipal projects, gaining exposure to the full engineering process.

You will work alongside seasoned engineers and construction managers, supporting bidding, construction administration, and project coordination while building hands-on experience across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• EIT certification is required.
• 2–5 years of experience in municipal infrastructure or water resources.
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) is required.

Responsibilities

• Utilize software to develop, analyze, and quality-check civil plans and specs.
• Support planning, design, and permitting across municipal and water resource projects.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to meet client goals.
• Learn local, state, and federal regulations and Walker Partners' standards.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil3D

Drainage design

Street design

Water/wastewater design

Quantity take-offs

Construction administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET Accredited)

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification

FE Exam Passed

Tools

HEC-RAS

HydroFLOW

EPANET

Flowmaster

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Job description

As a Civil Engineer-in-Training (EIT) at Walker Partners, you will work alongside our experienced engineering, surveying, and construction management teams to be exposed to many different aspects of the civil engineering industry. As a valuable addition to our company, you will assist your project team and collaborate with our engineers to design drainage and stormwater systems, water distribution and transmission systems, wastewater collection systems, lift stations, pump stations, and prepare master plans and reports for municipal and water resource projects.

This is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a variety of civil engineering disciplines while following projects through every step of the engineering process. From conceptual design and coordination, to assisting with the bidding process and supporting construction management- you'll be involved in delivering projects from cradle to grave!

Responsibilities

• Use technical software, including but not limited to AutoCAD Civil3D, HEC-RAS, Hydroflow, EPANet, Flowmaster, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel, to develop, analyze, and quality-check engineering plans and technical specifications
• Support civil engineering efforts - including planning, design, and permitting - across a diverse portfolio of municipal and water resource projects
• Work side-by-side with project managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges and bring our clients' infrastructure and development goals to life
• Build working knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations while gaining familiarity with Walker Partners' quality standards and client specific procedures

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (from ABET Accredited Civil Engineering Program)
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification
• 2-5 years of experience in municipal infrastructure and/or water resource projects
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) - required

Skills Desired

AutoCAD Civil3D, site grading and drainage design, street design, water and wastewater design, quantity take-offs, and construction administration

About Us

Walker Partners is a Texas-based and Texan-owned civil engineering and survey firm committed to strengthening the communities we call home. From cities and neighborhoods to universities and institutions, however you define community we're here to help. With five offices across Central Texas, our experienced engineering, surveying, and construction management teams look beyond the bricks and boundaries to discover the right solution to help communities thrive now, and for future generations. Joining Walker Partners gives you the chance to build a career that empowers you to thrive with professional challenges, offers you a sense of belonging and purpose, and gives you the tools to create a world that is stronger and more sustainable.

Key Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Time off: Vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Professional Development: Extensive internal training program and tuition reimbursement
• Safe Harbor 401(k) plan
• Salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience

Walker Partners adheres to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws. However, applicants must be legally authorized to work for Walker Partners in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.