Agha Engineering LLC has developed a strong reputation as a premier consultant for transportation, water resources and infrastructure improvement projects. Our consulting business model revolves around civil engineering for public infrastructure projects including highways, roads, stormwater drainage systems, drainage improvements.
Agha Engineering credits our success directly to the strength of our people and the quality of the products that they produce. We are proud of our team of technical and administrative professionals dedicated to project success and are looking to expand our team with like-minded individuals.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Agha Engineering is hiring an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) to join our Drainage Design Group in our Houston, Texas office located at 1080 Eldridge Pkwy Suite 1100, Houston, TX 77077. The EIT will support the design and development of transportation and drainage infrastructure projects for public and private-sector clients. This position will work under the direction of a Professional Engineer and will assist with hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, drainage system design, PS&E development, permitting, quantity calculations, and preparation of technical deliverables.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design and plan production for general civil engineering on a wide variety of projects, including roadway drainage and site/neighborhood drainage PS&E analysis and design. Provide drainage design for projects with clients including DOTs, Counties, Cities, Flood Districts, and private development.
- Perform hydrologic and hydraulic calculations and assist with transportation drainage system design, including storm sewer, culverts, channels, detention/retention facilities, and related drainage improvements.
- Perform quantity calculations.
- Conduct and coordinate permitting with Jurisdictional Authorities.
- Apply established engineering procedures, design criteria, standards, and specifications under the direction of a Professional Engineer.
- Assist Project Engineers and Managers with drainage design, project development, coordination, and technical deliverables as needed.
- Assist with review of work prepared by other professionals and technicians as directed.
- Prepare/Review civil engineering scope of work for proposals, with a focus on drainage-related scope as needed.
- Engage with clients to build relationships and be involved in project related production meetings.
- Perform other duties as needed.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong or intermediate operating knowledge of MicroStation / OpenRoads Designer (ORD).
- Strong or intermediate operating knowledge of OpenRoads Designer Drainage & Utilities (ORD DU) for Drainage PS&E and Analysis.
- Knowledge of the TxDOT Hydraulic Design Manual.
- Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, problem-solving and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our culture.
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited university preferred).
- Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering FE Certification exam and obtained Engineer in Training certificate or looking to take and pass FE exam within 6 months of starting employment.
- 2+ years of civil engineering experience.
- Demonstrated proficiency in drainage PS&E development.
- Valid TX driver's license and insurable driving record.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Experience working with TxDOT, Harris County Flood Control District, and/or City of Houston.
PREFERRED TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE:
- Experience with CivilStorm or other hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software.
BENEFITS:
- Competitive compensation
- Flexibility and positive work/life balance
- Challenging and innovative projects
- Employee referral program
- Professional development
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Maternity Leave, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- SIMPLE IRA retirements savings plan + Employer Match