Civil Project Engineer - Design, Permitting & Fieldwork

Cochran Engineering; Ozark (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full medical/dental/vision/LTD 100%

Mentorship and professional dev.

Licensure support

Generous PTO and holidays

401k with company match

Job summary

Cochran is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join our civil design team. The role offers hands-on experience in planning and design for roads, drainage, water/wastewater facilities, and site development.

Ideal candidates hold a B.S. in Civil Engineering, 3+ years of experience, and an EIT certification, with proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, and familiarity with HEC-RAS, MicroStation, or GIS. This on-site position advances through a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• EIT certification or actively pursuing licensure.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare engineering plans, reports, and specifications for civil infrastructure projects.
• Use AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design software to create and modify construction drawings.
• Perform engineering calculations.
• Conduct site visits and field investigations to support design efforts.
• Assist with permitting and submittals through documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, drafters, and surveyors to meet timelines.
• Participate in internal design reviews and project coordination.

Skills

EIT certification

Strong communication skills

Independent worker

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

EIT certification

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

HEC-RAS

MicroStation

GIS

Job description

Cochran is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join our civil design team. The role offers hands-on experience in planning and design for roads, drainage, water/wastewater facilities, and site development.

Ideal candidates hold a B.S. in Civil Engineering, 3+ years of experience, and an EIT certification, with proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, and familiarity with HEC-RAS, MicroStation, or GIS. This on-site position advances through a collaborative, client-focused environment.