Road Staff Engineer - Austin, Texas

Socket.dev; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

American Structurepoint in Austin, TX seeks an entry-level Staff Engineer for our Road Engineering Group. You will help design roadway alignments, support bid-ready plans, and assist with quantity takeoffs and cost estimates using MicroStation OpenRoads Designer.

You'll gain hands-on experience on interstates, interchanges, urban reconstructions, and rural maintenance while receiving onboarding, mentorship, and growth opportunities in a collaborative office environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering required.
• 0–4 years of relevant internship/entry-level experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design and layout of roadway alignments (horizontal and vertical).
• Involve in geometry, drainage, signage, pavement markings, and maintenance of traffic.

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

MicroStation OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Overview

Join American Structurepoint and become part of a team that goes the extra mile for our clients and communities. We live by our values - respect, staff development, results and family. Our team is encouraged to explore new ideas and turn our clients' dreams into reality. With exceptional benefits, training, and mentorship, we pave the way for a rewarding career. Ready for more than just a job? Explore opportunities with us and help improve the quality of life in the communities we serve.

American Structurepoint’s Road Engineering Group is seeking an entry-level Staff Engineer in Austin, TX! In this role you’ll work as part of a close-knit team on roadway projects for TXDOT, cities, towns, and counties throughout Texas. Most of your work will take place in the office, with occasional site visits, as you assist with quantity takeoffs, create construction plan sets using MicroStation OpenRoads Designer (ORD), prepare design documentation, and develop construction cost estimates. From large interstate and interchange projects to urban reconstructions, rural maintenance, and roundabouts, you’ll gain hands‑on experience across a wide variety of impactful transportation projects.

As a company, we are committed to living our values every day and providing you with the support and opportunities to build a fulfilling career while helping to shape Texas'infrastructure.

Why start your career American Structurepoint:

• Onboarding & Training: Learn from experienced professionals and build meaningful, long‑term relationships
• Mentorship & Career Growth: Receive support and guidance as you grow your skills and advance your career
• Real Projects: Contribute to high-profile, community‑impacting projects from day one
• Industry Connections & Networking: Take advantage of exclusive industry connections and professional opportunities
• Future Focused: Build a strong foundation for a long, successful career with opportunities to grow within the firm

Responsibilities

What you will do:

• 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

Qualifications

Who you are:

• 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

American Structurepoint is an equal employer opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.