Project Engineer I (Land Development)

kierwright; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental and vision 100% paid

401k and profit sharing

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Great company culture

Free office snacks

Job summary

Kier & Wright is seeking a Project Engineer to provide engineering support to project teams. The role involves designing and preparing technical plans, collaborating with technicians, and assisting with all technical aspects of projects.

You will coordinate with private consultants and public agencies to ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate has a Civil Engineering degree, up to 5 years of experience, and is pursuing or has earned an EIT certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 0–5 years of land development experience.
• EIT or exam planned preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Bluebeam preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Lead and engineering team with tasks.
• Develop civil design drawings in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Apply engineering judgment and seek assistance when needed.
• Manage time to meet project budgets, quality, and schedules.
• Design on-site and off-site improvements for commercial, industrial, and high-density residential projects.
• Prepare grading, drainage, utilities, and stormwater plans.
• Perform civil engineering calculations and SWPPPs.
• Interact effectively with peers, clients, and sub-consultants.

Skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Engineering judgment

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT or exam planned

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bluebeam

Agtek

Hydrology/Hydraulic software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Since 1972, Kier & Wright has provided both private and public sector clients with engineering and surveying work that is efficient, cost-effective and forward-thinking. We offer a full range of services to support land development and redevelopment projects throughout California. Learn more about our services at kierwright.com EEO

SUMMARY

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.

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, 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.

REQUIREMENTS

• 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

Benefits

• 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!