Roadway Project Engineer

HNTB Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 107,697 - 168,450; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a qualified engineer in Los Angeles to be responsible for production and modification of design calculations and project specifications. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 6 years of experience, or a Master's with 5 years. Responsibilities include overseeing project work, coordinating with clients, and mentoring junior staff. Opportunities for growth in a dynamic and respected environment available.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience or Master’s with 5 years, or PhD with 4 years experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of technical design impacts on project planning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and distribute discipline-specific work.
• Assist in marketing and proposal generation.
• Oversee accuracy of project team's technical work.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Project management

Problem-solving

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Inroads

Openroads

Civil3D

Job description

What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

Join our rapidly growing firm in Los Angeles. HNTB has roots in Southern California dating back to 1914 with the landmark design of Pasadena’s historic Arroyo Seco Bridge. HNTB in Los Angeles has received many honors in recent years, including Employer of the Year by the Women’s Transportation Seminar, Firm of the Year by the American Council of Engineering Companies, and Best Places to Work in Los Angeles by the Los Angeles Business Journal. In addition to leading the design of the Sixth Street Viaduct, the K-Line Light Rail corridor, and the I-405 Sepulveda Pass Widening, we are the program and construction manager for the LACMTA I-105 ExpressLanes, the SBCTA I-10 Express Lanes, the OCTA I-405 Express Lanes, and the CHSRA Construction Package 4.

This opportunity entails being responsible for the production and modification of design calculations, technical reports, engineering plans and specifications for assigned projects. This position consults with the project manager to perform research, development, calculations, design and delivery. Applies engineering techniques, procedures and design criteria for projects ranging in size and complexity. Leverages technical knowledge and experience to address design related issues or concerns, working closely with the project manager through creative problem solving, interactions with clients and by completing tasks to meet the project schedule. Develops conceptual and detailed designs and calculations to support the project completion using current drawing and technical tools, programs and software. May mentor, train and review work of junior engineer staff and provide constructive feedback. As a member of the team, you will contribute to the successful project delivery for a diverse range of projects for HNTB’s Southern California clients.

What You’ll Do

• Responsible for the planning and distribution of discipline‑specific work, and adherence to the schedule and budget on projects.
• Assists in marketing responsibilities, including proposal generation.
• Assists with the development of scope of work and level of effort for projects and/or assignments within discipline.
• Oversees completeness and accuracy of project team’s work within the technical discipline. Guides and mentors team to overall project objectives.
• Coordinates technical aspects of project with client counterpart and teaming partners at staff level for work within the discipline.
• Works closely with other disciplines on multi‑discipline projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 6 years of relevant experience, or
• Master’s degree in Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience, or
• PhD in Engineering and 4 years of relevant experience

What You’ll Bring

• Understands the impacts of decisions on technical design and work planning.
• Coordinates work planning and design effectively across multiple technical disciplines.
• Prepares high quality deliverables that are on time, and within budget and scope.

What We Prefer

• 8 years relevant experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification
• Knowledgeable in MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
• Knowledgeable in Inroads, Openroads and/or Civil3D

Additional Information

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Locations

Los Angeles, CA (Figueroa Street)

The approximate pay range for Los Angeles Metro Area and Orange County, CA is $107,697.79 - $168,450.39. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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Job Type: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full time

Job Category: Engineering Group

ReqID: R-28516