Engineering Associate

Thompson Engineering; Orange Beach (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Engineering is seeking a motivated Engineering Associate to join our Gulf Coast team in Alabama. The role supports planning, design, and delivery of civil infrastructure projects across site development, transportation, water resources, H&H, and coastal engineering.

Ideal for early-career engineers aiming to grow technical expertise while working with multidisciplinary teams. The position offers mentorship, opportunities to gain FE certification, and a clear path toward professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• 0–4 years of engineering experience.
• FE certification preferred.
• Experience in site civil, transportation, water resources, H&H, coastal, federal, municipal, or land development is preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer or MicroStation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering analysis, calculations, design, and preparation of construction plans and specifications.
• Support project teams in the design and development of transportation, site development, water resources, coastal, federal, and municipal infrastructure projects.
• Prepare engineering reports, cost estimates, quantity calculations, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including survey, environmental, geotechnical, structural, and construction personnel.
• Participate in field visits, site investigations, and construction observations as needed.
• Utilize engineering software to develop design documents and project deliverables.
• Support project managers in maintaining project schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
• Continue professional development while working toward Professional Engineer licensure.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

OpenRoads Designer

MicroStation

Job description

Position Summary

Thompson Engineering is seeking a motivated Engineering Associate to join our growing engineering team in one of our Gulf Coast offices. This position is ideal for early-career engineers who are eager to develop their technical expertise while working alongside experienced professionals on a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects.

The Engineering Associate will support the planning, design, and delivery of projects across a variety of disciplines, including site civil, transportation, water resources, hydrology and hydraulics (H&H), coastal engineering, federal, municipal, land development projects, or other civil engineering disciplines. This role provides excellent opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and progression toward professional licensure.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering analysis, calculations, design, and preparation of construction plans and specifications.
• Support project teams in the design and development of transportation, site development, water resources, coastal, federal, and municipal infrastructure projects.
• Prepare engineering reports, cost estimates, quantity calculations, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including survey, environmental, geotechnical, structural, and construction personnel.
• Participate in field visits, site investigations, and construction observations as needed.
• Utilize engineering software to develop design documents and project deliverables.
• Support project managers in maintaining project schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
• Continue professional development while working toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 0–4 years of engineering experience.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification preferred.
• Experience or coursework in one or more of the following disciplines is preferred:
  • Site Civil
  • Transportation
  • Water Resources
  • Hydrology & Hydraulics (H&H)
  • Coastal Engineering
  • Federal Infrastructure
  • Municipal Engineering
  • Land Development
    • Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, MicroStation, or similar engineering software is preferred.
    • Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
    • Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

About Thompson Engineering

Founded in 1953, Thompson Engineering provides quality assurance and professional services for construction projects supporting industrial, infrastructure, and community development. Our services include drilling, materials testing, construction inspection, chemistry laboratory services, engineering design, environmental assessments, surveying, geotechnical studies, and construction management.

Today, Thompson Engineering is recognized for leadership on projects that define skylines, coastlines, and transportation networks across the Southeast. From project planning and design through construction and completion, we deliver innovative solutions to complex infrastructure and building challenges for industrial, commercial, transportation, federal, and municipal clients.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.