Roadway Engineer Intern

Patel, Greene & Associates, LLC (PGA); Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Orlando seeks a motivated Roadway Engineer Intern. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering and an EI certificate within one year. Responsibilities include understanding geometry design, assisting with project cost estimates, and conducting research. Ideal candidates possess strong communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and CADD systems knowledge. The position offers hands-on experience and growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 0-4 years of post-graduation experience required.
• Engineer Intern (EI) certificate or ability to obtain within 1 year is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Understand geometry design concepts.
• Assist in developing project cost estimates.
• Research projects and support marketing efforts.
• Complete tasks under senior staff supervision.

Skills

Knowledge about CADD Systems

Good verbal and written communications skills

Good attention to detail

Organizational skills

Skill in Microsoft Office tools

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

This is a full-time opportunity for college graduates who have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) and have obtained their Engineering Intern (EI) license. We will also consider those who are in the process of obtaining their EI License.

Purpose & Need

Patel, Greene and Associates (PGA) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Roadway Engineer Intern (EI). This position is available in our Orlando office. The Roadway Engineer Intern should possess strong communication and organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, and a working knowledge of CADD systems. You will gain hands‑on experience with engineering software, design standards, and technical documentation. This position offers opportunities for growth, continuous learning, and career advancement within a team‑driven, mission‑focused firm.

What You'll Do

• Understand the concepts of geometry design
• Understand the development of pay item quantities and calculations
• Understand the process for development of a project cost estimate
• Effectively research projects and assist with marketing efforts from a roadway point-of-view
• Gain proficiency in technical writing
• Gain proficiency in all design standards, manuals, and criteria
• Gain proficiency in the use of MicroStation or AutoCAD, including civil platforms (such as OpenRoads Designer, Civil3D, etc.)
• Requires moderate technical supervision of tasks by senior staff
• Complete tasks and projects within expectations of Project Manager, Supervisor or Task Lead

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent from an ABET Accredited University, majoring in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• 0-4 years of post‑graduation experience
• Engineering Intern (EI) certificate or ability to obtain within 1 year

What You'll Bring

• Knowledge about CADD Systems
• Good verbal and written communications skills
• Good attention to detail and organizational skills
• Skill in working with Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and other Office Products

Working Conditions

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job including working on a computer, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods at a desk; use hands, handle, or feel, talk, and hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you meet some of the listed criteria but not all, we still encourage you to apply. You might be a good fit for another role we have available!

If you'd like to review our company's benefits, please see Benefits | PGA (patelgreene.com)