Graduate Engineer I, Public Works – Local Infrastructure

Job Description

Graduate Engineer I, Public Works – Local Infrastructure | Halff

The Tone:
This is an early career position at Halff, located in South Austin, TX. Halff is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm that plans, designs, engineers, and constructs smart solutions to improve lives and communities. This role is crucial for assisting in the design and production of construction plans for vital local infrastructure projects, contributing directly to community development and improvement.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, South Austin, TX

• Team: Works under the close mentorship of Professional Engineers (PEs).
• Mission: Assist in the design and production of construction plans for municipal infrastructure projects.
• Tech Stack: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Microsoft Office Suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Collaborate: Work with the engineering team to solve design challenges and produce construction plans for infrastructure projects.
• Design: Utilize design software and drafting tools to accurately display calculations, design layouts, and concepts for construction plans.
• Communicate: Draft reports and present plans to diverse audiences, translating engineering information into digestible concepts.
• Estimate: Determine construction costs and quantities for projects.
• Evaluate: Conduct site visits and review contractor submittals.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, with knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and tools.
• Experience: Current Texas EIT license or the ability to obtain it within two years of employment, along with technical experience in computer-assisted design (CAD).
• Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and extremely detail-oriented and accurate.
• Bonus: A background in roadway, drainage, and pipeline design, and demonstrating traits as a self-starter, critical thinker, and problem solver who thrives in a collaborative environment.