Your future position: Transportation Engineer IV

Location: Houston, TX

Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary, and being honored as one of the 2024 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About the role, Your Impact

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a transportation engineer, in our Houston, TX office. This position will primarily consist of design engineering efforts on a variety of transportation projects for State, County, and Local Agencies. A knowledge of designing roadway, drainage and underground improvements with Geopak is preferred. This team-orientated position will include working with Baxter & Woodman’s diverse disciplines and offices.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Design and/or provide guidance on Traffic Control, Intersection, Roadway, Drainage, and Infrastructure improvements using Geopak.
• Conduct and/or provide guidance on drainage, traffic, and various engineering studies.
• Complete general civil engineering services for municipal, county and state clients.
• Complete engineering plans and specifications using TXDOT Standards.
• Process Federal Aid Phase I and II projects for a variety of clients.
• Assist project engineers and managers by making significant decisions on a wide variety of tasks required during project delivery.
• Mentor staff and assist with training opportunities.
• Assist Marketing in preparation of Proposals: project plan and approach, staff assignments, fee development and risk assessment.
• Develop design and quality control standards.
• Assist with business development and client management opportunities.

Education/License Requirement

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering
• P.E. license required.

Must-haves, what you will bring

• At least 8 years of relevant job experience working on municipal or highway agency transportation projects.
• Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s service area (own transportation).
• Ability to independently handle a variety of ongoing tasks and responsibilities.
• Strong written, verbal, computer and organizational skills.
• Experience with Word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Work within a team-first culture that encourages individual development and accomplishment of goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microstation experience is desirable, but not required.

Compensation: The pay range for this role is $97,000 - $125,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

Join Our Team! - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home on half Fridays and varied schedules. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - affirmative action – M/F/Vet/Disability employer.