Transportation Design Engineer, Entry Level - CD0033

Felsburg Holt & Ullevig, Inc.; Omaha, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental, vision

Life and disability coverage

401(k) with matching

Annual discretionary bonus

Flexible schedules

Remote work options

Job summary

Felsburg Holt & Ullevig, Inc. is seeking an Engineer I to support the transportation design group in designing and producing plans for roadway, rail, and trail projects. You will gain exposure to hydraulics, structures, and construction oversight in the first year.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil/Transportation Engineering degree with up to 5 years of related experience; FE/EI is a plus and proficiency with MicroStation or AutoCAD is advantageous. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Transportation Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
• 0 to 5 years of Transportation Engineering experience; intern programs welcome.
• FE/EI certification a plus.
• Experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and clear motor vehicle record required.

Responsibilities

• Works on the design and plan production for transportation engineering projects under the direction of a Project Manager.
• Assists in data collection, technical analyses, and written documentation with supervision as needed.
• Assists in client contact and participation in presentations in a supporting role.
• Uses MicroStation and AutoCAD design software to prepare engineering documents.
• Responsible for job-specific quality system tasks as defined in the quality manual.

Skills

Data collection

Analytical thinking

Client contact

Written documentation

Quality system tasks

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Transportation Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Felsburg Holt & Ullevig is a multidisciplinary transportation consulting firm committed to the betterment of our communities with the purpose of enhancing and connecting our communities through innovation and collaboration. Our employees thrive in a working atmosphere that is collaborative and focused on practicing our profession.

Primary duties for an Engineer I position in our transportation design group includes focus on design and plan production for a variety of transportation projects including work on roadway, rail, and trail assignments. Additional duties that can be expected in the first year include exposure to multi-discipline work in hydraulics, structures, traffic planning and design, and construction oversight/inspection.

Essential Duties include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Works on the design and plan production for various sized transportation engineering projects under the direction of a Project Manager,
• Assists in data collection, technical analyses, and written documentation with supervision, as needed,
• Assists in client contact and participation in presentations in a supporting role,
• Uses computer assisted engineering (MicroStation and/or AutoCAD) design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents,
• Responsible for job specific quality system tasks as defined in the quality manual.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Transportation Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
• 0 to 5 years of Transportation Engineering experience; prior experience, including intern programs, in Transportation Engineering or related field a plus.
• FE / EI certification a plus.
• Experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD a plus.
• Familiarity with Microsoft, or similar, word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Valid driver’s license and clear motor vehicle record required.

The pay for this position has a range of $72,000 - $85,000 annually. The actual offer will carefully consider a range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, and experience.

Application Deadline: 12/31/2026

At FHU, we are committed to supporting our employees with competitive benefits, flexible programs, and opportunities for professional growth so our teams can thrive both personally and professionally.

Our benefits package includes:

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, with FHU contributing a significant portion of premiums and covering 100% of the cost for some plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions for employees enrolled in the high-deductible health plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Telehealth and mental health resources available at no cost to eligible employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling, legal, financial, and work-life support services
• Generous vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and floating holidays
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
• 401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match and discretionary profit-sharing contributions
• Annual discretionary bonus opportunities based on company and individual performance
• Flexible schedules and remote work options depending on position and business needs
• Professional development opportunities including continuing education assistance, tuition reimbursement, professional society participation, and reimbursement for certifications and registration fees
• Opportunities to get involved through internal committees and employee-led groups

We are passionate about creating a workplace where employees feel supported, connected, and inspired by the work they do. From professional development opportunities to company-sponsored events and team activities throughout the year, we are committed to building a culture that celebrates employees and strengthens the communities we serve.