Civil Project Engineer - Transportation

Civil Project Engineer - Transportation

Volkert Inc.

paid time off, 401(k)

United States, Texas, Tyler

Jun 09, 2025

Are we the road to your future?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.

We are currently searching for an experienced Civil Project Engineer - Transportation to support our Southwest Region located in Texas.

You will be responsible for geometric design projects including but not limited to TXDOT and local government.

What you'll be doing:

Prepares and modifies reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental studies, and designs for projects

Evaluates need for design changes and makes appropriate recommendations

Consults with construction personnel concerning design constructability as related to field conditions, sequencing and scheduling of construction activities

Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents

Adheres to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual

Submits documents to federal, state, and local agencies for code compliance review and obtains permits required

What you need to have:

B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program

4+ years relevant experience

Licensed PE

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines

Valid driver's license

A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:

Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion

Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment

Exercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problems

Be able to communicate effectively- verbal and written

Be able to multi-task in a team environment

Volkert Perks:

Competitive compensation

Flexibility and a positive work/life balance

Challenging and innovative projects

Employee referral program

Professional development

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Medical, Dental, & Vision

Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability

Wellness incentives

Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

"For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference."

- Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

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