Graduate Engineer I, Transportation

Halff Associates, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Halff Associates, Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking new graduates who will graduate in December 2026 or May 2027 for a Graduate Civil Engineer focusing on Transportation Design for roadways and highways.

The role offers career development and potential ownership in the firm, with mentorship under a Professional Engineer. You will perform schematic design, calculations, and assist with permit applications, while coordinating with surveyors, contractors, and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited).
• Ability to obtain EIT within 1 year.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design civil engineering projects under supervision of a Professional Engineer.
• Perform schematic design work and calculations for design projects.
• Assist in preparation of permit applications and regulatory documents.
• Coordinate with surveyors and contractors; attend client/agency meetings.

Skills

communication skills

team building

self-motivation

organization

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Graduate Engineer I, Transportation

Halff is seeking New Graduates who will graduate in December 2026 or May 2027 for a Graduate Civil Engineer in our Austin, TX location. The position will be for a General Civil Engineer interested in Transportation Design for roadway & highway design projects. This opportunity offers an excellent career development opportunity for someone looking to grow with Halff, with potential for not only business and personal growth, but ownership in the firm.

What you will do:

• Design civil engineering projects under the direct supervision of a Professional Engineer
• Perform schematic design work
• Perform calculations and analysis for design projects
• Assist in the preparation of permit applications and other regulatory documents
• Coordinate with other team members, including surveyors and contractors
• Attend meetings with clients and regulatory agencies

What you will need:

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering or ABET accredited equivalent Engineering degree
• Valid Driver's License and acceptable Driving Record
• The ability to obtain an EIT Certificate within one (1) year
• Great communication skills
• Solid relationship and team building skills
• Self-motivated and strong organization skills
• 0 to 3 years of experience in Transportation Design for roadway & highway design projects
• Experience in MicroStation and/or OpenRoads Designer
• Knowledge of applicable roadway and drainage modules

The Halff Transportation Advantage

• Multi-discipline teams to meet challenges that are often complicated by aging infrastructure and shrinking budgets.
• Extensive knowledge in planning, designing and managing transportation projects to move people and goods safely and reliably.
• Collaborative approach to transportation projects.

Learn more about Halff's Transportation services, check out some of our projects, and meet our team

Halff's Transportation Services:

• Bicycle, Pedestrian and Active Transportation Planning and Design
• Drainage Design
• Feasibility and Preliminary Engineering
• Innovative Intersections
• Local and Regional Transportation Planning
• Multimodal and Transit Planning and Design
• NEPA Studies, Outreach and Visualization
• Roadway Design
• Safety Improvements
• Structural Engineering
• TCP/Maintenance of Traffic
• Traffic Engineering/ITS

Company Overview:

Halff is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm planned, designed, engineered, constructed - and purposed - for people. Since 1950, we've been creating smart solutions that improve lives and communities by turning ideas into reality. Halff was founded on a core tenet: Focus on people, treat them well, and success will follow. It's no wonder, then, that our employees and the culture they create result in our firm consistently being named a Top Workplace in America. Our industry-leading professionals collaborate to meet tough challenges in creative ways.

Halff has over 30 offices in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Florida, Arkansas, Georgia, and Arizona. For a full list of our locations, click here

We offer excellent benefits, including but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, prescription and life insurance
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and 8 company paid holidays (and Veteran's Day for our veterans)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Click here for a more comprehensive list of Halff's benefits

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Halff is a drug-free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.

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