Engineer Transportation

Houston Engineering, Inc.; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 56,095 - 62,322; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Eden Prairie is searching for a Transportation Engineer with 3-6 years of experience in transportation civil engineering design. You will collaborate with project managers and assist with design and communication for various roadway projects. The role emphasizes professional growth, offering competitive compensation and various benefits, including health insurance and a generous 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in transportation civil engineering design and construction.
• Minnesota Professional Engineer license preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers from project development through design.
• Assist project teams with plans, specifications, and reports.
• Engage with stakeholders and the public regarding projects.
• Develop project economics analysis related to budgets.
• Support growth of junior staff by teaching technical skills.

Skills

Transportation civil engineering design

Project stakeholder communication

Technical design skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

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 Transportation Engineer with 3-6 years’ experience to join our Transportation‑Roadway team in our Eden Prairie office. In this position, you will support and learn from our transportation project managers in the successful completion of pedestrian, highway and bridge projects. This role is an excellent career development opportunity for someone who has experience in transportation civil engineering design and construction and is ready to grow in their next role.

Job Description

• Collaborate with a team of engineers from project development through preliminary and final design of urban and rural roadways and bridges for local, state and federal clients
• Assist project teams with the development of plans, specifications, engineer’s estimates, presentations and technical reports
• Represent Houston Engineering, Inc in project stakeholder communications and general public engagement
• Develop project economics analysis associated with benefit/cost, project value, budgets, and funding opportunities
• Support professional growth of less‑experienced staff through teaching technical design skills

Qualifications

• An ABET accredited Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or a related Engineering degree
• Minnesota Professional Engineer license preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the design and construction of state MnDOT and MN CSAH highway projects preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• 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

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 $40.72 - $45.24 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.

Additionally, view our careers page to read about HEI being selected as one of the ENR top 500 design firms and as one of the PB 50 best places to work for several years in a row!