Civil Professional Engineer (PE)

Obrien Engineering Inc; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Vision, Dental

Simple IRA with 3% matching

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Adoption Assistance

Educational Assistance

8 Paid Holidays + PTO

Job summary

OEI is seeking a Civil Professional Engineer to lead design and oversight of infrastructure projects across the United States. You will apply advanced engineering principles to roads, bridges, water systems, and public facilities, ensuring safety, budget, and regulatory compliance.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and help drive sustainable, innovative solutions while staying current with codes and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Active Professional Engineer license in the United States.
• Minimum 5 years of civil engineering experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, REVIT and related tools.
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed civil engineering designs, calculations, and specifications.
• Conduct site inspections and assessments for compliance with standards.
• Prepare and review reports, cost estimates, and construction plans.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, agencies, and internal teams.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure timely delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and mentor junior engineers.
• Stay updated with industry standards and emerging technologies.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

REVIT

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Active PE license (US)

5+ years civil engineering experience

Tools

Project management software

Job description

About the Role:

The Civil Professional Engineer (PE) plays a critical role in designing, developing, and overseeing infrastructure projects that meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards across the United States. This position involves applying advanced engineering principles to plan, analyze, and execute civil engineering projects such as roads, bridges, water systems, and public facilities. The engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with all applicable codes and environmental regulations. A key outcome of this role is to deliver sustainable and innovative engineering solutions that enhance community infrastructure and public safety. The Civil PE will also provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in the United States.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant civil engineering experience.
• Proficiency in civil engineering design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, REVIT and similar tools.
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related to civil engineering projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Experience with project management software and methodologies.
• Familiarity with environmental impact assessments and sustainable design practices.
• Experience working on large-scale public infrastructure projects.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP) or specialized civil engineering areas.

Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed civil engineering designs, calculations, and specifications for infrastructure projects.
• Conduct site inspections and assessments to ensure compliance with design standards and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and review project documentation including reports, cost estimates, and construction plans.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, government agencies, and internal teams to facilitate project progress and resolve technical issues.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and engineering technicians.
• Stay current with industry standards, codes, and emerging technologies to incorporate best practices into projects.

Benefits Summary:

• Medical (8 plans to choose from), Vision, Dental,
• Simple IRA with 3% matching,
• Basic Term Life and Personal Accident Insurance,
• Basic Disability Insurance,
• Adoption Assistance Program,
• Educational Assistance Program,
• 8 Paid Holidays in addition to PTO

Company Description:

OEI is a full design services firm with a big company future, and we are looking for motivated and qualified team players to join us on the journey. We were founded nearly 40 years ago in 1987; today, we serve clients throughout the US and its territories serving on federal, healthcare, military, local government, and institutional projects. We’ve had significant success in winning many large federal contracts, providing a work pipeline that extends well into 2035. We also have a well-established, growing municipal, land development and private practice. OEI is honored as the recipient of the National Society of American Military Engineers’ Robert Flowers Small Business Award of the 2020. OEI is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) , a Texas HUB , and NCTRCA SBE firm.

OEI’s foundations:

teamwork, entrepreneurial mindset (taking ownership of the problem and the solution), continuous improvement, competence, ethical behavior

What makes us unique?

We offer high expertise in a small package

We are structured to hear, understand, and solve customer problems

We have a culture of training and employee development

Compensation details:

90000-110000 Yearly Salary