- Salary
- $30 – $55/hr
- Location
- St. Louis, MO
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Source
- Pinpoint
Description
Transportation Project Engineer I/II
Department: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: St. Louis, MO
Compensation: $30.00 - $55.00 / hour
Description
Gonzalez Companies is a partner managed firm that provides comprehensive Planning, Design, and Construction Management Services to large and small Water, Sewer and Utility Districts; Departments of Transportation; and municipalities. We are currently seeking a Transportation Engineer (I/II) to help serve our connection of clients and community. If you’re hungry for knowledge, ready to make a difference and dedicated to providing personalized attention to our clients, we want you on our team.
The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.
The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.
Your Primary Responsibilities will include
- Assist in the design and development of transportation projects including roadways, intersections, pedestrian facilities, and traffic improvements.
- Prepare engineering drawings, plans, and 3D models using CAD software (e.g., MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D).
- Perform basic to intermediate engineering calculations, including horizontal/vertical alignments, grading, drainage, quantities, and traffic control layouts.
- Support preparation of project documents such as cost estimates, technical reports, design summaries, and bid packages.
- Conduct field visits to support data collection, condition assessments, surveying coordination, or construction observations.
- Collaborate with senior engineers, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to develop design solutions and ensure project quality.
- Assist with preparation of MoDOT, LPA, or municipal submittals and ensure adherence to applicable design standards and guidelines.
- Review and interpret topographic surveys, geotechnical reports, environmental documents, and utility data.
- Participate in coordination with clients, utility companies, and permitting agencies as needed.
- Contribute to internal QA/QC processes, documentation, and design reviews.
What you'll need
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- 0–5 years of experience in transportation, roadway, or municipal infrastructure design.
- Experience or familiarity with MicroStation/OpenRoads and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Understanding of geometric design principles, drainage, traffic control, and plan development.
- Ability to prepare or assist with design calculations, drawings, cost estimates, and technical documentation.
- EIT/FE preferred; required for Engineer II level. PE-track candidates strongly preferred at higher level.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with ability to work independently as experience grows.
- Familiarity with DOT, LPA, or municipal design standards is a plus.
Gonzalez Offers Competitive Benefits including:
- Competitive salary
- Major medical, dental and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- 401K
- Bonus program
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off
- Professional development
- A team of creative and talented individuals to work alongside
Gonzalez is a rapidly growing, dynamic, professional services firm specializing in civil engineering, construction management, and construction inspection. Our clientele includes large and small water, sewer, and utility districts; departments of transportation and other public transportation agencies; and municipalities throughout the Midwest.
Working primarily in the Greater St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville metro areas, Gonzalez offers a great work environment, generous benefit packages, and opportunities to succeed in many professional disciplines.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Gonzalez Companies, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Pay Transparency:
The base salary (or hourly rate) range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Gonzalez Companies, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Pay Transparency:
The base salary (or hourly rate) range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.
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Skills
AutoCAD