Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer

We are currently seeking a full-time, exempt Civil Engineer in Training (EIT) in the Dallas office. As a Civil Engineer, you will work on civil projects for municipal governments and private developments. The ideal candidate will work closely with Designers and Professional Engineers to create civil drawings under the direction of Project Managers as you learn skills to become one yourself.

• Analyze and interpret survey reports, plats, maps, construction drawings, aerial imagery, and other topographic or geotechnical data to support site and infrastructure design.
• Plan and design transportation, utility, and hydraulic systems (streets, water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and drainage facilities) in accordance with applicable municipal, state, and federal standards using industry‑standard design software.
• Develop civil site designs for land development projects, including grading, stormwater management, parking lots, sidewalks, roadways, and utility layouts.
• Prepare site grading and utility plans, perform hydraulic and hydrologic calculations, and produce construction documents and supporting calculations for permitting and approvals with local jurisdictions.
• Coordinate with project managers, municipal staff, review agencies, subconsultants, and clients to track project status and prepare technical reports, permitting packages, and other project documentation.

• Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program
• 4-6 years of experience in designing civil projects; commercial, industrial, retail, education, municipal, roadways, & utilities.
• Engineer in Training certification
• Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE Exam) Passed or eligible to complete within the next 12 months
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills. Connections are a critical part of how we work.

This position is primarily sedentary with long periods of sitting, but occasional walking and lifting up to 25 lbs may occur. Occasionally bending, squatting, and reaching overhead may also occur. Additionally, extensive computer usage is required daily.

This is a full‑time, exempt position, with an expectation to work 40 hours per week. BHB offers flexible scheduling options, including five 8‑hour days or four 9‑hour days with a half day on Friday morning. While the start and end times of the workday can be adjusted, employees are expected to establish and maintain a consistent schedule which must encompass the core business hours of 9am – 4pm.

Although overtime is not required, it is requested at times to meet our clients’ needs.

We believe that taking care of our employees and their families is vital to our success. For several years, BHB has been awarded the titles of "Best Place for Working Parents" and Zweig’s "Best Firms to Work For". BHB sponsors employee medical, dental, vision, short‑term & long‑term disability, and basic life insurance, as well as subsidizing a significant family portion. BHB also offers voluntary life and disability insurances, paid parental leave after 12 months of employment, a PTO bank immediately available, and 401(k) matching.

We believe in lifelong learning: providing many internal & external training opportunities including formal & informal mentorship programs. We sponsor multiple professional & industry memberships, licensure, and leadership opportunities. More details regarding benefits will be provided during the interview process.

Baird, Hampton & Brown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy & childbirth conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression, or status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.