Project Transportation Engineer

1 week ago


Des Moines, Iowa, United States Olsson Full time
Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.


Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive.

Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us - and will continue to allow us - to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description


Olsson has the knowledge and experience to design a wide variety of projects, including urban and rural highways, interchanges, and municipal roadways.

As a Project Engineer with our Roadway team, you will serve as project manager on small projects, prepare planning and design documents, and perform design calculations.

You will also assist with developing project scopes and schedules, as well as coordinate with other Olsson teams, professional staff, technical staff, and clients.

You may travel to job sites for observation and attend client meetings.


At Olsson, we value growth and high performance, and we are committed to providing our employees with the resources and support they need to excel.

You will have access to cutting-edge technology, ongoing training and professional development, and opportunities for career advancement.


If you are a dynamic and ambitious civil engineer with a passion for transportation engineering, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity today.

Let's work together to make a positive impact on our communities and shape the future of transportation infrastructure.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:
Working collaboratively with others.
Having ownership in the work you do.
Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:
Strong communication skills.
Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
Bachelor's Degree in civil engineering.
6+ years of engineering experience.
Must be a registered professional engineer (PE).
Knowledge of municipal and DOT standards and procedures.
Prior experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD required.
Ability to lead and direct staff through all phases of a project.

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology.

Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we're here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient.

Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you'll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.)
, plus you'll:

Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities
Receive an excellent 401(k) match
Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions.

We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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