Engineer III - Traffic

papedawson; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers in San Antonio, TX, seeks a Civil Engineer to support planning, design, analysis, and delivery under a licensed P.E. guidance.

You will collaborate with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams to produce reliable designs and deliverables. Requirements include a minimum of 2 years of civil engineering experience, an ABET-accredited degree, and an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional engineering experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication; team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Perform planning, design, and analysis tasks meeting codes and standards.
• Prepare calculations and technical deliverables with documented assumptions.
• Evaluate design options and apply engineering judgment.
• Coordinate with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide guidance to junior engineers and designers.
• Participate in quality control and assurance practices.
• Manage assigned tasks, meet deadlines, and work under supervision.
• Prepare traffic and transportation design plans and studies.
• Coordinate with agencies and stakeholders for reviews and approvals.

Skills

EIT certification

Engineering software

Communication skills

Independent task management

Education

ABET-accredited program

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Job Description:

Overview

This position supports the planning, design, analysis, and delivery of engineering projects under the guidance of a licensed professional engineer (P.E.) and may provide technical guidance to junior staff. The role applies experience and problem-solving skills to moderately complex assignments while collaborating with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering planning, design, and analysis tasks in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations, producing work that requires minimal revision.
• Prepare engineering calculations and technical deliverables such as memoranda, reports, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates, clearly documenting assumptions and design decisions.
• Evaluate and compare design alternatives, apply sound engineering judgment, and recommend appropriate solutions to support project objectives.
• Coordinate with project managers, multidisciplinary teams, and external stakeholders to support project delivery, with guidance as appropriate.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and designers to support team development and quality outcomes.
• Participate in quality control and quality assurance practices to support accuracy, consistency, and compliance with standards.
• Manage assigned tasks independently, meet deadlines, and demonstrate accountability for assigned portions of a project.
• Prepare traffic and transportation design plans, including intersections, signing, striping, and pavement marking concepts/details.
• Perform traffic studies and analyses (e.g., operational, safety, or impact-related analyses) and document findings.
• Coordinate with agencies and stakeholders to support reviews, approvals, and incorporation of comments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional engineering experience performing progressively responsible engineering work.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT/EI) certification
• Working knowledge of engineering principles, design standards, and applicable codes and regulations relevant to assigned service areas.
• Ability to apply established engineering practices and exercise sound judgment on moderately complex assignments.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and tools.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and external agencies.
• Ability to manage assigned tasks, meet deadlines, and work under general supervision.
• Willingness to work primarily in an office environment with periodic field work, site visits, meetings, or agency coordination as required.
• Ability to work Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with overtime as needed

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EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.