Project Engineer I (Land Development)

Kier & Wright Civil Engineers and Surveyors; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401k plan

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Snack-friendly office

Job summary

Kier & Wright Civil Engineers and Surveyors seeks a Project Engineer (Land Development) in Austin, TX. You will support project teams, develop civil design drawings, and coordinate with technicians to deliver plans ready for construction.

The role emphasizes scalable design, collaboration, and timely delivery for commercial, industrial, and high-density residential projects. 2025–2026 grads welcome; EIT preferred; strong software experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent; 2025–2026 graduates welcome to apply.
• 0–5 years of land development experience.
• EIT or exam scheduled is preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office and Adobe; familiarity with internet apps.

Responsibilities

• Carries out tasks assigned by the Project Lead and engineering team.
• Develops working drawings for civil design plans in AutoCAD Civil 3D (grading, drainage, utility, stormwater management and street frontage improvements) from sketches.
• Uses engineering judgment to perform duties and knows when to ask questions or perform independent research.
• Manages personal time to meet obligations of one or more projects, including budget, quality and schedule.
• Provide accurate design of on-site and off-site improvements for planning and construction of commercial, industrial, and/or high-density residential projects ready for construction.
• Designs grading, drainage, utilities and stormwater treatment with minimal input from engineer of record.
• Performs civil engineering calculations, SWPPPs and other engineering reports.
• Effectively interacts with peers, clients, and sub-consultants.

Skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Engineering judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Engineering in training (EIT) or exam scheduled

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bluebeam

Agtek

Hydrology/Hydraulic Software

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Internet applications

Job description

PROJECT ENGINEER (LAND DEVELOPMENT) - Austin, TX

What we're looking for?

In this role, the Project Engineer provides engineering support to project teams. At this level, this individual is gaining experience and will be able to take on some tasks without supervision. The individual must understand, design and independently prepare technical engineering plans and effectively collaborate with technicians to complete technical design plans. The project engineer will provide assistance in all technical aspects of projects, conduct engineering research, assessments, and coordinate with private consultants and public agencies.

What you will do

• Carries out tasks assigned by the Project Lead and engineering team.
• Develops working drawings for civil design plans in AutoCAD Civil 3D (grading, drainage, utility, stormwater management and street frontage improvements) from sketches.
• Uses engineering judgment to perform duties and knows when to ask questions, seek assistance or perform independent research.
• Manages personal time allotted to various tasks in order to meet obligations of one or more projects, including budget, quality and schedule.
• Provide accurate design of on-site and off-site improvements for the planning and construction of commercial, industrial, and/or high-density residential projects that are ready for construction.
• Can provide accurate design of grading, drainage, utilities and stormwater treatment with minimal input from engineer of record.
• Performs civil engineering calculations, SWPPP’s and other engineering reports.
• Effectively interacts with peers, clients, and sub-consultants.

What you have

EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent level of experience (2025-2026 Graduates are welcome to apply)
• 0-5 years of experience in land development
• Engineering in training (EIT) or scheduled to sit for exam is preferred
• General knowledge of computers, Microsoft office, Adobe, Internet applications, etc.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bluebeam, preferred
• Additional software experience a plus, e.g., Agtek, Hydrology/Hydraulic Software

PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR WORKING CONDITIONS

• Prolonged periods of sitting (up to 8 hours a day for office staff)
• Interacting with technology (computer, cellphone, etc.)
• Ability to lift and/or carry items ( up to 20 lbs.)
• Prolonged periods of standing/walking (field checks)
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions (field checks)
• Occasional travel e.g. driving to offices, jobsites, client meetings, etc.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay ($75,000 - $104,000 DOE, location, + work model i.e., remote, hybrid or in-office)
• Medical, Dental and Vision 100% paid for by Kier & Wright
• 401k and profit sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Generous PTO
• Great company culture
• Free office snacks
• Much more!