Entry-Level Roadway Engineer — Design & Plans (Austin)

American Structurepoint; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding

Mentorship

Real Projects

Networking

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

American Structurepoint is seeking an entry-level Staff Engineer in Austin, TX. You will work with our Road Engineering Group on roadway projects for TXDOT, cities, towns, and counties across Texas, primarily in the office with some site visits.

You’ll assist with quantity takeoffs, create construction plan sets using ORD, prepare design documentation, and develop construction cost estimates, gaining hands-on experience on projects from interstate to roundabouts.

Qualifications

• Recent or soon‑to‑be graduate with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
• 0–4 years of relevant experience, such as internships, co‑ops, academic projects, or entry‑level engineering roles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and layout of roadway alignments, both horizontal and vertical, for real‑world transportation projects
• Get involved in key aspects of roadway design, including geometry, drainage, signage, pavement markings, and maintenance of traffic
• Help develop construction plan sets, gaining experience in how projects are prepared for bidding and construction
• Perform quantity calculations to support bid plan development and construction cost estimates
• Explore additional areas like pavement analysis, design, and utility coordination for a well‑rounded experience
• Take on a variety of project support tasks, learning how transportation engineering projects come to life from concept to construction
• Other duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Job description

American Structurepoint is seeking an entry-level Staff Engineer in Austin, TX. You will work with our Road Engineering Group on roadway projects for TXDOT, cities, towns, and counties across Texas, primarily in the office with some site visits.

You’ll assist with quantity takeoffs, create construction plan sets using ORD, prepare design documentation, and develop construction cost estimates, gaining hands-on experience on projects from interstate to roundabouts.