Project Engineer - Transportation Engineering

ZipRecruiter; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Project Engineer to contribute to transportation projects in Indianapolis. This position will enhance your technical problem-solving and leadership skills through hands-on project development, working with a focus on project design and quality control in collaboration with clients and contractors.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in civil heavy highway projects.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply engineering fundamentals.
• Ability to become licensed Professional Engineer within 4 years.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessment of roadways and drainage structures.
• Develop design plans for projects using AutoCAD.
• Coordinate with clients to determine project needs.

Skills

Technical problem-solving

Leadership skills

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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Position Summary

We have an opportunity to grow and develop your career through exposure to all aspects of project development of transportation projects. This position offers the opportunity to develop technical problem-solving and leadership skills, supporting your long-term career goals. The experienced gained through exposure to each phase of project development will enhance your skills as you transition into a leadership role focused on a specific area.

In this role, the Project Engineer will assist in:

· completing assessment of roadways and drainage structures

· development of design plans for projects of varying complexity, ranging from pavement overlays to roundabout design

· complete construction inspection of road and bridge projects

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assessment & Project Design – under supervision of a Project Manager (Professional Engineer):

· Coordinate with clients to determine project needs

· Complete on site investigation of roadway assets and develop recommendations for improvements

· Develop design plans for roadway projects using AutoCAD and MicroStation

· Assist in the preparation of quantities and cost estimates

· Complete quality control reviews of construction plans, design calculations and other contract documents

· Coordinate with contractors, utility companies and other stakeholders to discuss plans, specifications, and schedules

· Work closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects

Requirements:

Education and Experience

• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply civil engineering fundaments to real-world projects
• Ability to learn and interpret INDOT Design Manual and Standard Specifications
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university

Licenses, Certifications:

· If an employee plans to use their own vehicle in the scope of their employment with Shrewsberry, they will be required to provide proof of insurance and a drivers license

Experience

• Ability to become licensed Professional Engineer within 4 years
• 2+ years of experience in the inspection of civil heavy highway projects
• Experience working on design of INDOT or Federally Funded LPA projects

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to , , , , , , , veteran or status.