Civil Engineering Staff/Engineer-in-Training - Public Works

Huitt-Zollars Inc.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacations/annual leave

Tuition reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Huitt-Zollars Inc. in El Paso, Texas, is seeking a Civil Engineering Staff EIT for full-time work. The role involves assisting in planning, analysis, and design of public infrastructure projects including roadways, water, and wastewater systems. Candidates ideally hold a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, possess relevant experience, and have an interest in various engineering software.

The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development and growth within the public works engineering sector.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant engineering experience preferred.
• Strong technical, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and design of public infrastructure projects.
• Prepare engineering documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Conduct field visits and site investigations.

Skills

Technical skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

HEC-RAS

WaterCAD

SewerGEMS

Job description

Civil Engineering EIT - Public Works

Role Description

Huitt-Zollars' El Paso office has a full-time opportunity for a Civil Engineering Staff EIT. Project opportunities include roadways, water & wastewater, drainage, parks, sidewalks, shared use paths, bicycle lanes, site planning, grading, traffic safety, utilities, construction document preparation, and construction phase services. Position responsibilities will incrementally increase over time and with experience.

Location

El Paso, Texas

Employment Type

40 FT Hours

Compensation Type

Salary

Registration(s)

Registered Engineer-In-Training, or working towards an EIT

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE)

Duties

• Assist with the planning, analysis, and design of public infrastructure projects including water distribution systems, sanitary sewer systems, stormwater drainage systems, roadway improvements, utility relocations, and site development projects for municipal and public agency clients.
• Prepare engineering plans, profiles, details, specifications, exhibits, and construction documents using AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering software under the direction of licensed Professional Engineers.
• Support the design of water, wastewater, and stormwater improvement projects including pipeline design, utility coordination, grading, drainage analysis, stormwater conveyance systems, detention facilities, and roadway drainage improvements.
• Assist with preparation of hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, water and sewer modeling, drainage reports, and technical studies using industry-standard software such as HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, GIS, WaterCAD, SewerGEMS, Civil 3D, XPSWMM, and related engineering tools.
• Participate in site civil design efforts including grading, paving, utility layout, erosion control, stormwater management, and site drainage improvements for public and private development projects.
• Assist Project Managers and design teams with project coordination, permitting, utility research, quantity calculations, cost estimating, bid document preparation, and construction phase services.
• Conduct field visits, site investigations, construction observations, and coordination meetings with clients, utility agencies, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Assist with preparation of meeting minutes, technical memoranda, reports, exhibits, presentations, and project correspondence.
• Support construction management and construction administration activities including review of shop drawings, RFIs, submittals, contractor questions, and field documentation.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, environmental, transportation, survey, and construction management staff.
• Perform assignments with increasing responsibility and technical complexity as experience and professional development progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Understands, follows, and enforces Huitt‑Zollars' business process.
• Productively collaborates with others and leads or encourages teams to achieve success and camaraderie amongst each other.
• Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Ensures quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations.
• Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge current.
• Assist with appropriate administrative and project support tasks supporting the needs of the project team and office.
• Complete assignments on‑time, within budget, and with highest level of quality.
• Routinely proposes and produces more effective ways to accomplish assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering preferred; however, candidates with degrees in other engineering disciplines may be considered based on relevant experience and qualifications.
• 1‑3 years of relevant engineering or infrastructure design experience preferred. Recent graduates with strong internship, co‑op, or related project experience are encouraged to apply.
• Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT) certification preferred, or ability to obtain EIT certification within a reasonable timeframe after hire.
• Experience or interest in water, wastewater, stormwater drainage, roadway, utility infrastructure, or site civil engineering projects.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred.
• Familiarity with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software such as HEC‑RAS, HEC‑HMS, WaterCAD, SewerGEMS, GIS, XPSWMM, or similar programs is a plus.
• Experience with preparation of grading plans, utility plans, drainage studies, plan and profile sheets, and construction documents is desirable.
• Construction management, construction inspection, or construction administration experience is considered a plus.
• Strong technical, analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize tasks, and work within project schedules and budgets.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to perform field visits and occasional site work related to engineering and construction projects.
• Desire to grow professionally within a multidisciplinary public works engineering environment.

Benefits & Perks

• Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
• MDLive Telehealth
• Employer‑Paid Short‑ & Long‑Term disability
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
• Paid Vacation/Annual Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
• Term Life / AD&D insurance
• Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
• Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
• May be required to drive to visit client or project sites for short periods of time
• The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt‑Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt‑Zollars does not sponsor H1‑B or any other work visa petitions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Huitt‑Zollars is a federal contractor and subcontractor and abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60‑741.5(a), which prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action to employ and advance qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.