Engineer (EIT) - Transportation

Houston Engineering Inc.; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 48,780 - 54,194; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Houston Engineering Inc. in Eden Prairie seeks a Graduate Engineer for their Transportation-Roadway team. This role is ideal for candidates with 0-3 years of experience in transportation engineering, focusing on highway design and project development.

In this position, you will collaborate on various roadway projects, receive mentorship from senior engineers, and gain practical experience in the field. Competitive pay and great benefits are offered, including health and dental insurance, generous PTO, and an excellent 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of prior experience in transportation engineering.
• Completion or ability to obtain Engineer-In-Training registration.
• Working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local codes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on roadway and bridge project development.
• Assist teams with design, plans, and technical reports.
• Complete onsite construction observation.

Skills

Highway design

Project development

Utility coordination

Construction observation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

MicroStation

Open Roads

Job description

For most of the public, roadways are the most tangible, visible, and relevant piece of infrastructure in our daily lives. Well-designed roadways lead to quick commutes while poor designs can result in confusion, collisions, or even fatalities. HEI has a diverse history of successful roadway projects, both rural and urban, that provide lasting value to their communities. On a daily basis, our team sees roadway projects through every stage of development, from conception to construction.

We are seeking a Graduate Engineer to join our Transportation-Roadway team in our Eden Prairie office. This role is intended for an individual with 0-3 years of prior experience in transportation engineering that has a passion for work involving highway design, project development, utility coordination, and construction observation. Our Graduate Engineers receive ongoing mentorship and guidance from experienced civil engineers as they grow into their career. If you are looking to build your career in a high-performing, collaborative environment, this role may be an excellent fit.

Job Description

• Collaborate on a team of engineers in all phases of project development with preliminary and detailed design of rural and urban roadways and bridges for City, County, state and federal clients
• Assist project teams with the development of geometric design, plans, specifications, estimates, presentations and technical reports
• Complete onsite construction observation during construction phases of projects
• Represent Houston Engineering, Inc in communications with clients, contractors, landowners and public entities

Qualifications

• An ABET accredited Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or a related Engineering degree
• Completion of the FE exam and Engineer-In-Training registration, or ability to obtain within six months of the employment start date
• Prior experience developing or working with construction profiles, plans and specifications related to transportation engineering
• Prior experience operating industry-standard software such as AutoCAD Civil3D, MicroStation, and/or Open Roads
• Working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local codes.
• Authorized to work in the United States permanently without the requirement of sponsorship at any point in the future.Sponsorship is not available for this position
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Additional Information

Benefits of Joining HEI

As part of our talented staff, you will enjoy competitive pay and significate annual bonuses. The estimated rate of pay is $35.41 - $39.34 depending on experience. Other benefits include employee paid health, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, generous 401(k) match, access to HSA, FSAs, flexible schedules, annual HEI logo wear, plus more.