Transportation/Civil Project Engineer EI

Keller & Associates; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k match

Paid time off

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Keller & Associates in Idaho seeks a Transportation/Civil Project Engineer to join our collaborative team on highway, roadway, bridge and other infrastructure projects across our offices. You will perform independent engineering and design calculations to devise practical transportation solutions.

The role covers planning, design and construction phases with federal, state and local clients, using Civil 3D/OpenRoads, MS Office and related design tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field is required.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam must be passed.
• 0–4 years of professional experience in civil/transportation engineering.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning, design, and construction phases for federal, state, and local projects.
• Develop alignments, roadway sections, and drainage using Civil 3D/OpenRoads or similar tools.
• Analyze data and interpret standards to inform design decisions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects.
• Provide exceptional client service and prepare memos/reports.
• Assist with construction administration and project documentation.
• Prepare plans, specs, and estimates.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Client service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD Civil3D

Job description

We are on the lookout for individuals who thrive in the collaborative spirit of engineering, where their efforts are appreciated, and excellence is recognized. Join our dynamic team where you can play a crucial role in creating a meaningful and long-lasting influence on the communities we serve.

Job Summary:

The Transportation/Civil Project Engineer will work closely with other engineers, technical specialists, and clients to successfully deliver innovative solutions for our client's challenges. They work as a key team member of highway/roadway/bridge and other infrastructure projects across all of Keller’s offices. This individual will focus on multi-discipline projects performing independent engineering and design calculations to develop solutions to some of the toughest transportation challenges across the region.

Responsibilities include:

• Participate in all phases of a project including planning, design, and construction for a variety of federal, state, and local clients
• Using local or AASHTO standards, develop horizontal and vertical alignment, roadway sections, intersection layout and sight distance determination, interchange layout, utility plans, traffic control plans, signing and striping, roadway drainage including hydraulic reports, and right-of-way plans
• Analyze engineering and survey data and interpret design standards and guidelines to make sound decisions and solve design challenges
• Work with multidisciplinary technical teams on a variety of project sizes
• Provide exceptional client service
• Develop plans, specifications, and estimates using Civil 3D or OpenRoads, MS Office programs, Bluebeam, and other design software
• Develop intimate familiarity with design standards, processes, and procedures
• Assist with technical memoranda, engineering reports, and planning studies
• Assist with construction administration services
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer and/or AutoCAD/Civil3D experience is preferred not required
• Design experience is desired with a strong interest in civil engineering and transportation design
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organization skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with multiple priorities
• Attention to detail, quality work products, and client service

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
• 0-4 years of relevant professional experience

Benefits:

• Employee medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company paid life insurance with option to buy up
• Salary Advantage Program
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k match program & access to asset management services
• Year-end bonus
• Costco membership
• Paid time off (PTO) and PTO sell back program
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid day of community service

We are a mid-sized consulting firm providing water, wastewater, civil, transportation, and structural engineering services throughout the West including Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Nevada, and Utah. We provide client-focused solutions in surface water, water and wastewater engineering, as well as transportation planning, roadway, bridges and vertical structures, site civil design, construction management, electrical, controls, and surveying. Our clients include federal, state, and local agencies as well as small and medium sized cities. Our work is never boring and always influences the communities we serve. We take joy in everything we do – from work to play – our staff finds ways to be more human and balanced.

Keller Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.