Engineer-in-Training, Roads and Highways

About the Role

David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA) is seeking an Engineer-in-Training to join their Roads and Highways team in Coeur d’Alene, ID (or other listed locations). This role involves supporting experienced engineers, designers, and project managers on roadway and multimodal transportation projects, gaining hands-on experience in design, construction documents, calculations, utility coordination, and construction support. The position offers mentorship and opportunities for career advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and design of roadway, highway, intersection, and other transportation improvement projects.
• Prepare design calculations, exhibits, plan sheets, details, quantities, and cost estimates under guidance.
• Develop and revise engineering plans using OpenRoads Designer and/or Civil 3D.
• Review maps, survey information, reports, record drawings, test results, and other technical information for design.
• Assist with the preparation of construction documents, technical reports, specifications, and supporting project documentation.
• Coordinate with roadway, structural, drainage, traffic, environmental, survey, and other technical disciplines.
• Assist with utility conflict identification and coordination with public agencies and private utility providers.
• Support project organization, document control, and quality-control reviews.
• Assist with construction-phase services, including responses to contractor RFIs, submittal reviews, preparation of record drawings, and field observations.
• Perform construction inspection when needed.
• Participate in project meetings, site visits, and coordination with clients and agency staff.
• Develop technical capabilities through mentorship, training, and progressively complex assignments.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• OpenRoads Designer and/or Civil 3D
• Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• 0-3 years of Civil Engineering experience
• Exposure to OpenRoads Designer and/or Civil 3D through professional experience, internships, or academic coursework.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information clearly.
• Ability to work collaboratively, manage assigned tasks, and meet established deadlines.
• Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and take on increasing responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer-in-Training certification.
• Internship or professional experience with a transportation engineering or civil consulting firm.
• Drafting or design experience using OpenRoads Designer and/or Civil 3D.
• Experience developing roadway alignments, profiles, grading, corridors, or three-dimensional design surfaces.
• Familiarity with transportation plans, specifications, quantity calculations, or cost estimates.
• Exposure to construction inspection, field data collection, or construction support.
• Interest in pursuing Professional Engineer licensure and developing a long-term career in transportation engineering.