Civil Engineer - Transportation

Foth; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Civil Engineer to join their dynamic team in Des Moines, IA. This role offers the chance to tackle challenges in transportation infrastructure, ensuring safe and efficient travel for communities. You will be involved in planning and designing vital projects, working collaboratively with a team dedicated to innovative solutions. With a focus on professional growth and a supportive work environment, this position promises a fulfilling career path where your contributions will directly impact public health and safety. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to learn, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Professional Development Activities

Flexible Work Environment

Collaborative Team Culture

Family-Friendly Vibe

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field is required.
• Familiarity with design software like MicroStation and AutoCAD is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for transportation projects.
• Assist in planning, design, and construction administration.
• Complete feasibility studies and technical design reports.

Skills

Engineering Support

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Transportation Design

Eagerness to Learn

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD/Civil3D

Job description

Do you like to solve problems in an engaging, collaborative, team environment? Are you excited about discovery, technical innovation, and achievement? Does working in a flexible culture with professional growth opportunities, a family-friendly vibe, and smart, caring colleagues make for a great day? If so, consider an employment opportunity at Foth and join these members who enjoy their employment experience.

Our Infrastructure Solutions business focuses on working with public agencies to solve challenges with our built infrastructure, improving the quality of life for all by helping people safely and efficiently travel, delivering clean water, and protecting public health. We partner alongside clients in all project phases, from planning through construction, on building roads, airports, and water systems. Our focus is on the people we serve, and their success is our inspiration.

Foth Infrastructure Solutions is currently undergoing exciting growth in our Des Moines, IA office. We are seeking a team-focused, innovative, and results-oriented Civil Engineer eager to be a significant contributor to our Transportation Services.

Growth, safety, and aging infrastructure – these are all challenges faced by nearly every community today. As a member of Foth's Infrastructure Solutions engineering team, you will help clients meet these challenges while minimizing impacts to the community and the environment. From airports to utilities, roads, and bridges, you will be a part of providing effective solutions that are cost-conscious and practical.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering support for roadway/transportation projects
• Assist in the planning, design, and construction administration of transportation projects
• Complete feasibility studies and technical design reports
• Coordinate roadway design project plans with associated utilities
• Demonstrate eagerness to learn new areas of engineering

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Familiarity with or previous experience in using MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer and/or AutoCAD/Civil3D software for design and drafting tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
• Completion of an engineering internship or other professional employment providing experience in surveying, transportation design, MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer, and/or construction observation

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. All locations are tobacco-free.

About Foth

Foth, the largest engineering and science consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, employs more than 650 members and operates in 28 locations to provide our national and international clients with convenient, personal services. Our dynamic science and engineering teams at Foth are organized into business units – Environment Solutions, Infrastructure Solutions, and Production Solutions – each comprised of extraordinary talent embodying decades of knowledge and specialized expertise. We bring our 80 year history of success and interdisciplinary knowledge to every client we serve, understanding their business, providing trusted advice, and developing customized, innovative solutions with remarkable energy and ingenuity.

Foth provides engineers, scientists, and other talented professionals an award-winning employment experience, including flexibility to balance work and life. We take on our clients’ toughest challenges which provides meaningful project assignments working alongside creative and dedicated team members.

Foth’s commitment to our members is demonstrated by annually reinvesting 5% of professional fee revenues in professional development activities. Our work environment is professional, collaborative, and fun. Each day, we work together in a unified, values-based culture, helping our clients achieve their goals and improving the world we live in.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference!