Project Designer-EIT

J-U-B Engineers, Inc.•Fort Collins, CO

just now•$72,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At J-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc., our purpose is simple but powerful: Helping Each Other Create Better Communities. Founded in 1954, we are an employee-owned, privately held engineering firm with 23 offices across seven states. For more than 70 years, we’ve been delivering innovative solutions that strengthen the communities where we live and work. We’re proud that 97% of employees would recommend J-U-B and 95% are satisfied with our benefits—a reflection of a culture where people feel supported, connected, and empowered to grow. We are looking for a collaborative and solutions-oriented individual to serve as a Project Designer-EIT. This position is part of the J-U-B Transportation Services Group (TSG), which consists of over 80 full-time staff focused on surface transportation projects in Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Washington, Nevada, Oregon, and Wyoming. The TSG is currently managing over 200 active projects, many of which include a variety of local roadways, highways, intersections, interchanges, roundabouts, and active transportation. Some exciting projects the local Fort Collins staff are currently working on include intersection improvements at Harmony Rd. and Larimer County Road 5 with replacement of the existing bridge over the Cache la Poudre River, a dual-lane roundabout at Timberline Rd. and Carpenter Rd. (SH-392), and several other notable projects throughout the Northern Colorado region. If you enjoy problem-solving, thrive in a team environment, and take pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work that helps drive business success, we'd love to meet you!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Civil Engineering.
Certification as Engineer-in-Training (EIT) (passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam) required.
0–5 years of transportation engineering experience.
Strong communication skills and a focus on quality deliverables.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

History of working on projects with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is a plus.
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer.
0–5 years of experience working as a civil design professional.

Responsibilities

Work with multidisciplinary design teams in the planning, design, construction, and permitting of a wide variety of transportation projects throughout the company, primarily for local agencies and State DOTs, including projects with both local and federal aid funds.
Operate CAD (AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer) to effectively produce alignments, models, and plans of transportation projects using current standards.
Work in a team setting, reporting to and taking direction from a Project Engineer or Project Manager.
Analyze engineering data and utilize sound engineering judgement to assist in producing final engineering documents including project plans, opinions of probable construction cost, construction drawings, technical specifications, studies, feasibility analyses, technical memoranda, and preliminary engineering reports.
Assist in business development by building relationships with clients and producing quality work.
Attend client meetings and participate in public meetings or open houses to discuss project details and inform the public.
Coordinate with utility companies.
Perform periodic fieldwork including construction observation and project reconnaissance.

Benefits

Competitive salary: $72,000 – $90,000 annually, depending on experience
Performance bonuses for qualified employees
401(k) with up to 4% company match and up to 2% profit sharing contribution
Employee Stock Ownership Plan — ownership opportunities after three qualified years of service
100 hours of paid time off to start, with increases based on tenure
2 weeks of sick leave
8 paid holidays
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
Education reimbursement
Health club subsidy
Paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program
PE Licensure Support: Our Young Professionals (YP) group provides PE exam prep tools. A bonus is paid upon passing the PE exam, and a pay increase is given upon becoming licensed.
Technical Development: The Transportation Services Group (TSG) hosts monthly Lunch & Learns, and J-U-B provides an extensive library of training videos covering a wide variety of topics.
Conferences & Training: J-U-B pays for staff to attend external trainings and conferences to keep your skills current and expand your professional network.
Professional Memberships: Paid professional organization memberships (ASCE, ITE, WTS, etc.) are provided to keep you connected to the industry.
Formal Coaching Program: Every employee is connected with a coach who helps define and guide your career path through regular development conversations — 96% of employees are satisfied with their coaching sessions.
Mentor Connect Program: A formal Mentor Connect program pairs you with experienced professionals outside of your office, broadening your perspective and network across the company.
Office Mentors: Dedicated office mentors provide daily guidance and support as you navigate projects and grow in your role.
Clearly Defined Career Paths: From EIT - Project Engineer - Project Manager and beyond, J-U-B provides a clear roadmap for advancement with defined qualifications and expectations at each level.