Senior Civil Engineer – Roadway & Drainage

Austin, TX Area | Transportation & Civil Engineering | Compensation Based on Experience

An established engineering organization is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer with a strong background in roadway design and drainage engineering to support transportation and highway infrastructure projects throughout Central Texas.

This opportunity is well suited to an engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges, taking ownership of design deliverables, and contributing to public infrastructure projects that make a meaningful difference in local communities. You'll work alongside experienced engineering professionals, contribute to projects from preliminary design through construction support, and have opportunities to provide technical guidance and mentor developing staff.

A Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred, particularly for candidates with extensive experience and strong technical leadership capabilities. Experienced EITs preparing to sit for the PE exam in the near term will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate roadway, grading, drainage, and related civil engineering designs for transportation infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Perform or review drainage design, stormwater management, hydrology/hydraulics, and related engineering analyses.
• Support roadway geometry, highway improvements, storm drains, culverts, and associated infrastructure design.
• Coordinate design activities with project managers, engineers, CAD/design staff, and subconsultants.
• Review technical deliverables to ensure design quality, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Coordinate with TxDOT, municipalities, and other project stakeholders regarding design requirements, reviews, and approvals.
• Support project development from preliminary engineering through final plans and construction-phase services.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 7+ years of relevant civil or transportation engineering experience, with a strong emphasis on roadway design and drainage.
• PE license preferred. Experienced EITs preparing to sit for the PE exam in the near term will also be considered.
• Experience in roadway design and drainage engineering, including relevant work with grading, storm drainage, hydrology/hydraulics, culverts, or stormwater management.
• Familiarity with TxDOT design standards, procedures, and transportation project requirements.
• Experience with Bentley Micro Station, Open Roads, or comparable civil engineering design software.
• Ability to prepare and review engineering plans, calculations, specifications, and technical deliverables.
• Strong technical, analytical, communication, and coordination skills.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Meaningful infrastructure projects: Contribute to roadway and drainage improvements that benefit Central Texas communities.
• Technical ownership: Take responsibility for engineering design and quality while continuing to develop your expertise.
• Collaborative environment: Work alongside experienced professionals who value teamwork, mentorship, and sound engineering practices.
• Career growth: Build your technical capabilities with opportunities for increased responsibility and professional development.
• Work-life flexibility: Flexible scheduling options may be available, alongside a competitive benefits package.