EIT - Transportation Engineer
- McAllen, TX, United States
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- Posting language
- English
Original job description
Qualifications
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
- Basic understanding of general concepts of relevant areas of design
- Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite
- Understanding and working knowledge of Microstation and OpenRoads 3D modelling tools
- Knowledge of calculations performed by software
- Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting, engage in creative and critical thought, and effectively communicate concepts and ideas to others
- Ability to create and interpret sketches, drawings, and various structures
- Minimum of Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited university with an emphasis in Transportation Engineering. Masters Degree preferred
- Position will primarily work in an office setting; may require some field work
Responsibilities
- The Transportation EIT will work under close supervision of a Senior Engineer to assist on plans and designs of transportation engineering projects such as highways, roads, transit, bridges, etc.
• Duties will include all aspects of highway/roadway design from preliminary schematic through PS&E, including: typical sections, alignments, profiles, cross-sections, traffic control plans, signing and striping, SWPPP, and basic hydraulics and drainage
• Evaluate, select, specify, and engineer systems or products for a project
• Perform a variety of tasks which may include calculations, and field work
• Assist one or more senior engineers/designers by performing the routine aspects of civil engineering assignments and may assist in the analysis of proposed projects
• Prepares geometric analysis and calculations using established design criteria, methods, practices, and procedures
• Prepares project plans and drawings for various projects including urban and rural roadways, highways, rail, transit, trails, and intersections
• Monitors own work to ensure the delivery of a quality product and that budgets and schedules are met
• Supports project team in development of design documentation, plans and reports for relevant project design elements
• Assists in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats
• Utilizes technologies in development of three dimensional models of civil systems
• Performs calculations to analyze and design civil system components using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software
• Developing ability to effectively discuss project issues with clients and reviewing agencies
Benefits:
We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, prescription, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid time off and holiday pay, Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending, and an Employee Assistance Plan.
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Skills
- EIT
- Microsoft Office
- Bentley MicroStation
- 3D modelling
- Transportation engineering
- Civil engineering
- Documentation