Civil Project Engineer

HFW Companies • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Join our partner firm, Kuo & Associates (KUO), as a Project Engineer (EIT / early-career PE) and support the design and delivery of key infrastructure and capital improvement projects across the Greater Houston area. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects including paving and drainage, water and sanitary utilities, roadway design, traffic control plans, and site development, with a focus on water resources and roadway engineering. The Project Engineer will assist with engineering design, plan production, cost estimates, and project coordination, ensuring projects meet applicable codes, standards, and timelines. This role will collaborate closely with engineers, EITs, CAD drafters, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies, while supporting permitting, plan approvals, and technical project deliverables. Candidates must be local to the Houston area.

Since its inception in 1985 & Associates (KUO) has grown from a small group to an esteemed local civil engineering and surveying firm dedicated to serving the rapidly growing Greater Houston region of Texas with exceptional and timely services. As a HFW Companies (ranked No. 242 om ENR Top 500 with 500+ employees) Partner firm since March 2024, KUO is proud to be a part of a national network of leading consulting firms in the architecture and engineering industry that have come together under The HFW Companies to revolutionize collaborative infrastructure design. This partnership allows us to access a wealth of diverse expertise, innovation, and resources to better serve our clients on a national scale. From designing water distribution and transmission systems to innovative stormwater management solutions, our engineers and surveyors are at the forefront of creating a more resilient and sustainable built environment. Our engineers focus primarily on improving public infrastructure with designing roads, water & wastewater line, park and school site developments, traffic control systems, etc. while our survey team leverages cutting-edge technology and expertise to pave the way for new developments. Join us on this exhilarating journey of creativity, innovation, and transformation as we continue to push the boundaries of engineering excellence and make a lasting impact on the world around us. Together, we are building the future, one bold idea at a time.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum 4 to 5 years of relevant experience
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required or ability to obtain shortly after hire; early-career PE candidates encouraged to apply.
• 1–5 years of relevant experience in civil engineering design.
• Experience supporting projects related to water resources, drainage, and roadway design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD / Civil 3D and experience preparing engineering plan sets.
• Experience in HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS
• Working knowledge of local, state, and federal design standards and permitting processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical design skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills when working with project teams, clients, and agencies.
• Must be local to the Houston area.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of civil engineering plans for projects including paving and drainage, water and sanitary utilities, roadway design, traffic control plans, and site development.
• Support the preparation of engineering calculations, technical reports, construction documents, and cost estimates.
• Develop and update CAD drawings and plan sets in coordination with engineers and CAD drafters.
• Coordinate with internal project teams, subconsultants, and regulatory agencies to support project progress and approvals.
• Assist with permitting, plan review processes, and obtaining necessary agency approvals.
• Ensure project deliverables meet applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.
• Participate in project meetings and coordination efforts with multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide technical support during design and project execution to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks.
• Assist with reviewing plans and specifications for quality control and consistency.
• Support senior engineers and project managers with additional project tasks as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement savings options, paid time off and holidays and opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level