About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level Transportation Engineer-in-Training role will support the Transportation Practice of our Confidential Client. You will work under the direction of senior engineers and project managers to help deliver transportation design and construction documentation.

• Assist in the development and drafting of construction plans for transportation projects.
• Perform engineering calculations and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Prepare design and construction drawings using CADD tools and assist with drafting tasks.
• Coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines on project deliverables.
• Develop engineering reports, quantity takeoffs, and construction cost estimates.
• Support proposal preparation and site investigations as needed.

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Who We’re Looking For

Candidates should be early-career transportation engineers with strong technical fundamentals, a desire to learn, and hands-on drafting/CADD familiarity.

• 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships or co-ops encouraged).
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
• General knowledge of MicroStation, AutoCAD, Revit or similar design software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills and the ability to work on project teams.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain required certifications.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or familiarity with OpenRoads Designer.
• Understanding of AASHTO, MUTCD, and NACTO standards.
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification is desired.
• Previous internships or hands-on project experience in transportation engineering.

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Compensation & Employment Type

• Estimated salary: $55,971 per year (estimated).
• Employment type: Full-time; Contractor engagements may be possible per project needs.
• Location: Houston, TX (work performed in the Houston area).
• This posting may require pre-employment drug screening, background checks, and motor-vehicle checks where applicable.

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Benefits & Growth

• Training, mentoring, and tools to develop technical and professional skills.
• Collaborative environment with opportunities for career advancement.
• Competitive compensation and family-friendly benefits (details provided by the hiring organization).

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Notes on Hiring & Compliance

Careertakes and our client follow all applicable U.S. and Texas employment laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities during the application and interview process—please notify Careertakes if you need an accommodation.

Confidential Client is an equal-opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.