Engineer I - Transportation

EHRA Engineering; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for growth

Collaborative environment

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm located in Houston, Texas, is seeking a Transportation Engineer I to support public infrastructure projects involving planning, design, and coordination within designated TIRZ boundaries. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and be familiar with AutoCAD and project management processes. This role offers the chance to make significant contributions while working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of engineering experience in municipal or transportation preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Familiarity with engineering principles and standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, design, and implementation of infrastructure projects.
• Participate on the design team for engineering plans and specifications.
• Interact collaboratively with team members and clients.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Dependability

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Engineering and Technology

Complex Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary

The Transportation Engineer I supports the planning, design, and coordination of public infrastructure projects within designated TIRZ boundaries. This role assists in managing capital improvement projects, reviewing development proposals, coordinating with consultants and developers, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The Transportation Engineer I typically demonstrates baseline working knowledge of routine work applications; follows standard principles and systems and uses appropriate terminology associated with a particular field of specialization; participates as a team member in a collaborative environment within a diverse workforce; actively contributes to completion of team goals and assigned tasks; clearly communicates information, ideas, or instructions verbally and in writing; follows recommended approach to assigned work to facilitate achievement of desired results; ensures safe practices and environmental awareness are exhibited in decisions; typically works under direct and frequent supervision while performing routine duties using established procedures with detailed instructions.

Brief Description

The Transportation Engineer I supports the planning, design, and coordination of public infrastructure projects within designated TIRZ boundaries. This role assists in managing capital improvement projects, reviewing development proposals, coordinating with consultants and developers, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The Transportation Engineer I typically demonstrates baseline working knowledge of routine work applications; follows standard principles and systems and uses appropriate terminology associated with a particular field of specialization; participates as a team member in a collaborative environment within a diverse workforce; actively contributes to completion of team goals and assigned tasks; clearly communicates information, ideas, or instructions verbally and in writing; follows recommended approach to assigned work to facilitate achievement of desired results; ensures safe practices and environmental awareness are exhibited in decisions; typically works under direct and frequent supervision while performing routine duties using established procedures with detailed instructions.

Typical Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, design, and implementation of TIRZ-funded infrastructure projects (roads, drainage, utilities, streetscapes, and public improvements).
• Participate on the design team for development of engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents under the direction of a Registered Professional Engineer.
• Contribute to investigations and development of new concepts to solve unique problems in various facilities.
• Contribute data/findings for use in technical reports, designs, documents, or oral/written presentations.
• Interact in a collaborative manner with other team members, staff, and clients to accomplish organizational goals; may provide ideas to improve efficiency at group level; network primarily with own technical peer group.
• Apply standard practices and techniques in engineering.
• Assist in maintaining design and construction schedules and budgets.
• Provide support throughout the project and provide status updates throughout project life.
• Provide assistance to company personnel requiring engineering advice or direction.
• Assist with analysis and evaluation of products for company use.
• Provide input into the development and documentation of specific company design standards for use by all professionals working on company design projects.
• Serve on committees as needed.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with adjacent construction projects which may impact the TIRZ.
• Monitor construction progress and conduct field inspections to ensure compliance with approved plans and standards.
• Assist the Project Manager in responding to stakeholder questions.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, software and equipment to the design and production of company services.
• Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternate solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful and thorough about detail in completing work tasks.
• Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address and formulate alternative solutions to address work‑related issues and problems.

Work Environment

• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to construction areas, which may require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection.

Education, Certification And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering or closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Required Certifications, Registrations or Licensure: FE preferred; Valid TX Driver’s License and ability to operate a motor vehicle may be required.
• 0–2 years of engineering experience (Internships or co‑ops in municipal or transportation preferred).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD/Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical Requirements

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• This is largely a sedentary role. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate both orally and in writing.
• The employee is occasionally required to move about the office to operate office productivity machinery or maneuver through a construction site safely.
• May require the ability to position his or herself to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.
• The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Why Join EHRA?

At EHRA Engineering, we foster a collaborative and innovative environment where your contributions directly impact the success of our projects. Join our team and take the next step in your career journey with opportunities for growth and development.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.