GGE offers a collaborative and growth-driven environment in Austin, TX, with a flexible hybrid work model that can include in-office and remote days, or full remote arrangements. The Civil Designer/Drafter role provides exposure to high-profile transportation projects such as Mobility 35 and Light Rail, with a competitive annual salary range of $52,000 to $85,000. This position supports your professional development in a company that emphasizes ownership, clear communication, and ongoing opportunity for advancement.
Benefits
- Hybrid work schedule (in-office and remote) and full remote options
- 401K with company match
- Health Insurance (three plans available)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Paid time off plus Personal time off
- Work-from-anywhere allocation
- Professional Development Assistance
- Education and tuition reimbursement programs
- Employee bonus referral program
- Yearly raises
- Performance bonuses
About GGE
Founded in 2016, GGE stands at the forefront of civil engineering with a focus on transportation. Our portfolio features collaborations with major public and private organizations and involvement in high-profile regional and beyond projects. We strive to hire top-tier professionals and provide exceptional opportunities for growth, grounded in collaboration, clear communication, and a strong sense of ownership. Our vision is to lead the industry while empowering our team to become future leaders.
Our Culture and Opportunity
At GGE, we take pride in the work we deliver and the people behind it. We support a healthy work-life balance and foster a culture of innovation and boundary-pushing. You will join a team where your potential is a priority and where collaboration and ownership drive excellence on every project.
Responsibilities
- Develop plan and profile drawings using Bentley tools, including Open Roads Designer
- Perform utility conflict analysis for major transportation projects and ensure all conflicts are resolved
- Propose utility alignments to mitigate conflicts and collaborate across design disciplines to minimize relocations
- Coordinate to resolve utility conflicts in constrained ROW and utility corridors
- Conduct QA/QC of work before submission to a Professional Engineer
- Assist with peer reviews of colleagues’ work prior to PE review
- Assist with creating training material and process documentation
- Review SUE information and As-Builts to assess conflicts with proposed roadway design
- Review roadway design files in PDF and CAD to identify design changes and present impacts to the Engineer
- Conduct site investigations to confirm existing utilities facilities and tie-in locations
- Provide input on constructibility challenges related to utility relocations
- Utilize Google Earth, Microsoft products, and related software in daily work
- Meet strict deadlines, adapt to changing priorities, and work with minimal direction
- Apply strong civil engineering principles with problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- Communicate effectively and work well in teams or independently
- Adapt to changing tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field
- Engineering In Training (EIT)
- 3+ years of relevant experience in civil design in the transportation sector
- Proficiency with MicroStation V8i (required)
- Open Roads experience and other applicable software is a plus
Technologies
- Bentley OpenRoads Designer
- MicroStation V8i
- Open Roads
- Google Earth
- Microsoft products
Location
Austin, TX 78749 with hybrid remote work options and in-office collaboration as part of the work arrangement.
Job Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary: USD 52,000 to 85,000 per year. In addition, bonus opportunities, overtime pay, and a yearly bonus are part of the compensation package.
