Engineer (EIT) - Transportation
About The Position
HEI is seeking a Graduate Engineer to join its Transportation-Roadway team. The role is intended for someone with 0–3 years of transportation engineering experience and an interest in highway design, project development, utility coordination, and construction observation. Graduate Engineers receive ongoing mentorship and guidance from experienced civil engineers in a collaborative environment. The posting identifies Fargo as the team’s office and Sioux Falls, South Dakota, as a job location option. The engineer will collaborate on roadway and bridge projects for City, County, state, and federal clients throughout project development, including preliminary and detailed design. The position also supports project documentation and technical deliverables, includes onsite construction observation, and represents Houston Engineering, Inc. in communications with project stakeholders.
Requirements
- ABET-accredited Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or a related engineering degree.
- Completion of the FE exam and Engineer-In-Training registration, or ability to obtain them within six months of the employment start date.
- Prior experience developing or working with construction profiles, plans, and specifications related to transportation engineering.
- Prior experience operating industry-standard software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and/or Open Roads.
- Working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local codes.
- Authorization to work permanently in the United States without requiring sponsorship at any point in the future; sponsorship is unavailable for this position.
- Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with a team of engineers on all phases of project development, including preliminary and detailed design of rural and urban roadways and bridges for City, County, state, and federal clients.
- Assist project teams with developing geometric design, plans, specifications, estimates, presentations, and technical reports.
- Complete onsite construction observation during project construction phases.
- Represent Houston Engineering, Inc. in communications with clients, contractors, landowners, and public entities.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Annual bonuses
- Paid health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Parental leave
- Generous 401(k) match
- Access to HSA and FSAs
- Flexible schedule
- Annual HEI logo apparel
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
