Transportation Project Engineer I/II - Design & Field

Gonzalez Companies, LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

401K

Bonus program

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Gonzalez Companies, LLC is seeking a Transportation Engineer (I/II) to design roadways, intersections, and pedestrian facilities in the St. Louis area.

You will develop plans and 3D models using MicroStation, OpenRoads, and AutoCAD Civil 3D, and perform design calculations for drainage, alignments, and traffic control. The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and 0–5 years of relevant experience, with EIT/FE preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 0–5 years of experience in transportation, roadway, or municipal infrastructure design.
• Experience or familiarity with MicroStation/OpenRoads and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Understanding of geometric design, drainage, traffic control, and plan development.
• Ability to prepare or assist with design calculations, drawings, cost estimates, and technical documentation.
• EIT/FE preferred; PE-track candidates strongly preferred at higher level.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of transportation projects including roadways, intersections, pedestrian facilities, and traffic improvements.
• Prepare engineering drawings, plans, and 3D models using CAD software (e.g., MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D).
• Perform basic to intermediate engineering calculations, including horizontal/vertical alignments, grading, drainage, quantities, and traffic control layouts.
• Support preparation of project documents such as cost estimates, technical reports, design summaries, and bid packages.
• Conduct field visits to support data collection, condition assessments, surveying coordination, or construction observations.
• Collaborate with senior engineers, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to develop design solutions and ensure project quality.
• Assist with preparation of MoDOT, LPA, or municipal submittals and ensure adherence to applicable design standards and guidelines.
• Review and interpret topographic surveys, geotechnical reports, environmental documents, and utility data.
• Participate in coordination with clients, utility companies, and permitting agencies as needed.
• Contribute to internal QA/QC processes, documentation, and design reviews.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Gonzalez Companies, LLC is seeking a Transportation Engineer (I/II) to design roadways, intersections, and pedestrian facilities in the St. Louis area.

You will develop plans and 3D models using MicroStation, OpenRoads, and AutoCAD Civil 3D, and perform design calculations for drainage, alignments, and traffic control. The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and 0–5 years of relevant experience, with EIT/FE preferred.