Civil Engineer– Early Career

Shive-Hattery is a prestigious Architecture and Engineering consulting firm established in 1895 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. With 16 offices across 8 states, we employ over 580 industry‑leading professionals. The firm consistently achieves Top 100 rankings from the ENR and receives consecutive awards for Excellence in Client Experience. The firm prides itself on its One Firm model, ensuring that the best personnel are placed with clients, regardless of project location.

Design Professional – Civil, Transportation and Municipal

This opening is for a Design Professional – Civil in our Omaha, NE office. You will explore the design of complex public infrastructure, providing hands‑on experience essential for licensure. The role offers a foundation for professional growth and the opportunity to contribute to diverse projects across industrial, healthcare, K‑12, commercial, and government sectors.

• Prepare CAD drawings, reports, construction cost opinions, and technical specifications.
• Design roadway, trail, parking lot, site grading and storm water management projects.
• Design construction phasing, traffic control, and other site design components.
• Assist in on‑site construction administration and observation to ensure contractor compliance and learn construction processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college/university.
• 0–3 years of experience as a recent graduate, early‑career engineer, or Engineer Intern.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and designation as an Engineer Intern (EI). Demonstrated drive to obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, planning, organizing, and prioritizing work.
• Valid driver’s license with vehicle access and willingness to work occasional overtime.
• Physical requirements:
  
  climb ladders, work on elevated platforms and open grating, wear required personal safety equipment.
• Pass drug and background screenings required for most client sites.

• Hands‑on experience with Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD Civil 3D and Open Roads Designer.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with a commitment to client service.
• Prior internships or summer experiences in general civil engineering or construction.

• Medical, Dental, Vision – 4 tiers of coverage
• Voluntary Life Insurance – Employee, Spouse, and Child
• Voluntary Insurance Plans – Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
• FSA – Medical & Dependent Care
• 8 Paid Holidays + PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k)/Roth 401(k) with Company Match
• Overtime Bonus
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• First Time License Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement & Licensure/Certification Financial Support
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription

Shive‑Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities.

Shive‑Hattery is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

To protect the interests of all parties, Shive‑Hattery and its partners will not accept unsolicited candidate submissions from a recruiter or staffing agency who is not operating under an executed recruiting or staffing services contract. Please do not contact our employees directly in that regard or otherwise submit unsolicited candidate information.