Civil Transportation Engineer - Early Career

Shive Hattery Group•West Des Moines, IA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

As part of our Public Infrastructure - Transportation team in our West Des Moines, Iowa, office, you'll gain hands-on experience in transportation and municipal infrastructure design while directly contributing to impactful projects in the communities where we live and work. This role offers a strong foundation for your career and supports your path toward professional licensure through diverse project experience and mentorship from seasoned professionals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college/university
Recent graduate or early career Engineer Intern with 0 to 3 years of professional experience
Have passed (or are scheduled to take) the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (FE) to obtain Engineering Intern designation with the drive to obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic familiarity with engineering design and drafting tools (e.g. Bentley MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer and/or Autodesk AutoCAD/Civil 3D)
Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal)
Demonstrate an ability to be service-oriented to existing and potential clients
Work effectively with other professionals on multi-discipline teams
Ability to follow detailed instructions and learn standard practices
Manage time and workload effectively including planning, organization, and prioritization with attention to detail.
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: We are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, along with a demonstrated commitment to client service
Strong interest in transportation/municipal engineering
Practical, hands-on experience with Bentley OpenRoads Designer and/or Autodesk Civil 3D software
Previous internships or summer experiences in general civil engineering or transportation

Responsibilities

Primarily focus on transportation engineering, including roadway and intersection design, corridor studies, traffic operations, and multimodal improvements such as trails and pedestrian facilities
Contribute to the design of stormwater management systems, site grading, and public utilities (water and sanitary sewer), supporting comprehensive solutions for public infrastructure projects
Preparing CAD drawings, technical reports, construction documents, cost estimates, and specifications
Gain field experience through construction observation and administration, building your understanding of how designs translate to construction and how to collaborate effectively with contractors
Contribute to projects in industrial, healthcare, education, commercial, and government sectors