Project Engineer - Roadway & Drainage

Civil Engineering InternBartlett & West is an engineering, architecture, technology, and other professional services firm headquartered in Topeka, KS with 19 offices in seven states throughout the Midwest. As a completely employee-owned company, Bartlett & West has a "We Before Me" mentality. We prioritize service to our clients, communities, and each other. We're less concerned about titles and more concerned about how each person can be supported to make the greatest impact.This entry-level position will assist in designing civil engineering projects including focus on transportation projects. The position includes training under a Registered Professional Engineer to increase functional and technical knowledge and skills.

This position has a focus in transportation projects. Project work will include: roads, highways, interchanges, stormwater conveyance and associated work.ResponsibilitiesDevelops plans and specifications for state and municipal transportation projects.Will focus on roadway, drainage, and traffic signal design work.Performs traffic analysis/traffic studies as needed.May assist with proposal preparations and fee development.Will act as part of a team of professionals headed by a Project Manager.Although expected to work independently on most assignments, this position must be able to interact well with other team members and the manager relative to assigned aspects of the project.Assists with preparation on engineering analysis, designs and calculations relative to the project assigned. Assists in writing technical engineering and design reports.Provides contract administration, construction submittal reviews, Requests for Information (RFI), Engineer's Supplemental Instruction (ESI), pay estimates/change orders, and other related activities. Attends industry events and becomes involved in the community.Ability to work with conventional engineering practice including a variety of complex features like conflicting design requirements, suitability of conventional materials and difficult coordination requirements.May perform quality assurance/quality control procedures in the field including field observation and materials testing.Utilizes Microstation and Geopak or AutoCAD and Civil 3D to design and analyze roadway elements.Writes technical reports and conducts conceptual design studies.Manages engineering work and interfaces with other disciplines as needed.Typically handles multiple projects for multiple clients simultaneously.Visits clients and job sites as needed to support project(s) and business development needs.Serves as consultant on transportation projects during construction phase.QualificationsGood communication skills (verbal and written)Excellent listening and reading skills, including proofreadingMust be flexible to changes in work assignments on short notice and/or daily as changes occur in project needsEffective problem solving and decision making skillsKnowledge of highway design standards, DOT design policies and plan preparation criteriaPractical Knowledge in use of Highway Capacity Manual, Roadside Design Guide, MUTCD, and AASHTO StandardsCredibilityAccountability in work performanceAnalytical and critical thinking skillsAbility to achieve business resultsStrong organizational skills and the ability to maintain amount of detailProficiency in MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OutlookProficiency in Microstation, Geopak/Inroads, AutoCAD, Civil 3DProficiency in HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS or other stormwater design/analysis programs preferredAbility to embrace new technology and processes including learning other software programs as needed (Adobe, Bluebeam, Deltek Vision accounting and project planning software, Client Relationship Management software, etc.)Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility, and leadershipGood time management skills with ability to handle complex deadline driven workloadAbility to work independently and within a team successfullyBachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering field required. 2-5 years engineering experience in transportation.

Knowledge/experience of Microstation, Geopak/Inroads, AutoCAD/Civil 3D strongly preferred. E.I.T. preferred.Travel Requirements: Position may travel for client meetings, various business/organization meetings and/or industry conferences. Travel is occasional, up to 20% at max. Valid driver's license with good driving record required.

Bartlett & West is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with disability. An offer is contingent upon successfully passing the pre-employment drug screen. Drug screen will need to complete within 48 hours of being contacted.