Overview
Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Project Engineer to join our growing team in Southfield, MI!
The selected candidate will have the ability to work on an array of transportation design projects, of varying size and complexity. Position offers unique ability to work collaboratively in a dynamically changing landscape with internal stakeholders and external clients creating an invigorating career opportunity. You'll apply engineering fundamentals in technical support of project design teams to gain a wide range of experience in highways, roadways, railways, traffic signal design, pedestrian and bicycle facilities (including accessible curb ramps), pavement markings, signing, safety improvements, maintenance and protection of traffic, guide rail and barrier design.
Responsibilities
Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques and principles, with the guidance of senior staff, to develop designs, reports, presentation materials, and other elements necessary for project success.
Research design options and apply code provisions/standards.
Work with senior engineers and planners, often involving multiple disciplines, to create designs that meet or exceed client needs.
Perform engineering calculations and create cost estimates.
Meet schedule, budget, and quality goals set by project managers.
Work toward fluency in Bentley MicroStation and OpenRoads and create plans, CADD models, etc.
Field work conducted in collaboration with senior and project engineers.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required.
5+ years of experience with interest in transportation/traffic design is required.
Current Michigan PE licensure or the ability to become licensed within 6 months of employment is required.
Previous internship experience and/or capstone project work pertaining to highway/traffic/railroad engineering preferred.
Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
Experience working with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation and other software packages is preferred.
Previous experience with traffic analysis software is a plus.
Familiarity with AASHTO, MUTCD, and other transportation publications.
Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
What We Offer
At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.
This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!
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Colliers Engineering & Design is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Colliers Engineering & Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).
