Entry-level Highway Engineer

Description

GPI is seeking an entry-level Highway Engineer to join our transportation team in the Milford, Delaware office. As an entry-level Highway Engineer, you will learn all aspects of roadway design as senior engineers guide you through project development from site analysis through final design. You will gain valuable experience with state, county, and municipal agencies throughout the region and become part of a team that enjoys an engaging and collaborative work environment in an excellent location.

Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction and diversity at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you!

GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com

Responsibilities: ? Work as a member of a roadway design team in developing construction plans including roadway geometrics, typical sections, construction phasing, traffic control plans, construction details, signing and striping plans, drainage design, and stormwater management design. ? Conduct project field assessments of existing conditions, identifying safety and accessibility needs, right-of-way, utility, and environmental impacts. ? Assist in the design roadway projects including roadway safety improvements, new roadway alignments and grade separated interchanges as well as bicycle and pedestrian facilities. ? Review design criteria; prepare drawings and specifications; develop quantities and prepare cost estimates. ? Use and learn Microstation, InRoads and OpenRoads Designer.

Qualifications: ? Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering (Transportation). Degree may be completed within 9 months following application. ? Engineer-in-Training Certification preferred, with a desire to obtain PE licensure. ? Basic knowledge of roadway geometric design. ? Basic knowledge of drainage and stormwater management. ? Basic knowledge of computer-aided drafting programs. ? Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products. ? Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). ? Excellent organizational skills. ? Positive attitude and good work ethic with a desire to work in a collaborative environment.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: ? Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration ? Possess a personal vehicle for use on or around a job site ? Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language ? Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members ? Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working