Transportation & Stormwater Design Project Engineer

Esp Associates; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

PTO & 9 holidays

Health, vision & dental insurance

Disability & life insurance

Professional development

Job summary

McClelland Consulting Engineers (MCE), an ESP Company, seeks a Project Designer to support transportation and stormwater infrastructure projects in the Little Rock/Benton area. You will assist in planning, design, and delivery of roadway improvements, sidewalks, trails, and drainage systems, under guidance from senior engineers.

You will prepare drawings, exhibits, and PS&E packages, using ORD, MicroStation, and AutoCAD Civil 3D, while coordinating with project teams and clients.

Qualifications

• Experience or willingness to learn OpenRoads Designer (ORD), MicroStation, GeoPak, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and related design software.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Synchro, SIDRA, and RODEL software is advantageous.
• Ability to prepare engineering drawings, models, and technical calculations with strong attention to detail.
• Understanding of transportation and stormwater design principles and construction practices.
• Knowledge of applicable engineering standards, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Candidates must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company driving (MVR) policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, design, and production of transportation, roadway, multi-use trail, and stormwater drainage projects.
• Prepare engineering drawings, exhibits, models, and project deliverables under the direction of Project Engineers and Project Managers.
• Develop plans, specifications, estimates (PS&E), construction details, quantity calculations, and supporting project documentation.
• Assist with roadway and highway design, including horizontal and vertical geometry, drainage systems, culverts, retaining walls, and stormwater management facilities.
• Utilize CADD and design software to prepare plan sheets, profiles, cross-sections, modeling, and construction details.
• Coordinate with engineers, surveyors, geotechnical consultants, and other project team members to support project development.
• Assist with data collection, field investigations, site visits, and construction observations as required.
• Prepare technical calculations, drainage analyses, cost estimates, exhibits, and reports.
• Support project teams in meeting schedules, quality standards, and client requirements.
• Maintain project files and documentation in accordance with company procedures and standards.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, design standards, policies, and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with project team members and supervisors regarding project status, schedules, and technical issues.

Job description

McClelland Consulting Engineers (MCE), an ESP Company, seeks a Project Designer to support transportation and stormwater infrastructure projects in the Little Rock/Benton area. You will assist in planning, design, and delivery of roadway improvements, sidewalks, trails, and drainage systems, under guidance from senior engineers.

You will prepare drawings, exhibits, and PS&E packages, using ORD, MicroStation, and AutoCAD Civil 3D, while coordinating with project teams and clients.