Civil Graduate Engineer

Westwood Professional Services • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Civil Graduate Engineer to join our Land Development team in our Dallas, TX office. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. A Graduate Engineer I is expected to work on a team providing support to a licensed Civil Engineer while learning the company's standard practices and local agency codes. A large amount of time will be dedicated to becoming proficient in AutoCAD Civil3D. In pursuit of a Professional Engineering license, the applicant needs to be organized, self-motivated, and possess the ability to collaboratively solve complex issues on time and within budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering, or the ability to obtain within 6-12 months
• Engineer-in-Training Certificate, or the ability to obtain within 6-12 months
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD Civil3D software
• Outgoing, friendly, approachable (team player)
• Strong communication skills with team members and clients, demonstrates active listening techniques
• Proficient in computer software (Word, Excel, AutoCAD, Civil3D, Outlook, Microsoft Project)
• Competent technical skills required to complete engineering tasks
• Able to pro-actively pursue design solutions
• Ability to be open to other's ideas and willing to compromise
• Detail-oriented but also flexible enough to be big picture/conceptual
• Good reputation among peers, clients, and agencies
• Able to follow general directions and guidelines for the firm's policies, practices, and procedures
• A supportive team member with the ability to work both independently and within a collaborative environment

Responsibilities

• Prepare various exhibits and design drawings using AutoCAD Civil3D
• Coordinate with agency staff and internal support teams on designs, analysis, and issues
• Prepare entitlement documents in support of Tentative Maps, Vacations, Zone Changes, Entitlements, etc.
• Calculate quantities using Microsoft Excel and justification letters using Microsoft Word
• Assist with construction drawings using AutoCAD Civil3D including grading plans; plan and profiles; construction details; storm drain, water and sewer facilities; signage and striping plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree