Engineer I

Pape-Dawson

The Role

Overview

Assist in civil engineering design, analysis, and project coordination across land, transportation, and water projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • plan design
  • design review
  • permitting
  • hydraulic modeling
  • design analysis
  • technical reporting

Tasks

-Assist in the design and preparation of plans for commercial, residential, and site development projects, focusing on grading, drainage, and utility layouts. -Review detailed plans and specifications to ensure conformity with project scope, design standards, and constructability. -Prepare governmental permitting packages, respond to requests for additional information, and maintain permitting logs for large-scale projects. -Evaluate design alternatives by analyzing parameters such as typical sections, alignments, right-of-way requirements, and cost to determine the most effective solutions. -Provide design support for small wastewater treatment facilities and assist with contractor submittals, including reviews against specifications and maintaining submittal logs for ongoing construction projects. -Prepare technical reports, studies, and documentation using tools such as MS Office Suite. -Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative engineering solutions. -Analyze design alternatives to address site constraints and meet client objectives. -Assist in the planning and design of water distribution and wastewater collection systems, including hydraulic modeling and simulation. -Direct and review the work of engineering technicians to ensure accuracy and quality. -Collaborate on permitting and regulatory compliance for site development projects. -Assist in the development and design of roadway and highway projects, including the preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates.

Requirements

  • autocad
  • eit
  • bachelor's
  • communication
  • problem solving
  • internship

What You Bring

-Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. -Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D is a plus. -EIT certification or ability to obtain within 12 months from start date. -Ability to work Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm with overtime as needed. -Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. -Previous experience through an internship with a civil design firm is beneficial. -Knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, and procedures. -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. -Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.

The Company

About Pape-Dawson

-Founded in 1965 by Gus Pape and Gene Dawson Sr. with just three staff, the firm steadily grew into a major Texas engineering force. -Headquartered in San Antonio, expanded across Texas—Austin, Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Corpus Christi—and beyond through strategic acquisitions. -A diverse portfolio spans water/wastewater pipelines, transportation systems, commercial and residential land development, and large public infrastructure. -Standout projects include the AT&T Center and SeaWorld developments in San Antonio, and Amazon’s SAT6 distribution center. -Specialisms encompass civil engineering, environmental consulting, surveying, water resources management, and transportation planning. -The company’s growth strategy features high‑profile merges and partnerships—such as Costello (2023), KSA (2024), RaganSmith (2024), and Dowdey‑Anderson (2021)—broadening its geographic and technical reach.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Mining

Land Development

Transportation

Water Resources

Commercial

Corporate Campus

Data Centers

Education

Healthcare

Hospitality

Industrial

Mixed-Use

Multi-Family

Residential

Construction Management

Inspection Services

Infrastructure

Engineer I at Pape-Dawson in Orlando, FL