Civil Project Engineer

M&S Engineering is seeking an experienced, licensed Civil Project Engineer (P.E.) to lead and stamp engineering deliverables for horizontal directional drilling (HDD) and directional boring projects. Our current project portfolio includes crossings beneath USACE-regulated levees and flood risk management (FRM) structures, freshwater delivery canals, TxDOT highways, waterways, and railroad corridors. This role demands hands-on expertise in USACE Section 408 permitting, hydraulic fracture analysis, and HDD bore path design and general civil or utility infrastructure experience. The PE of Record will also carry a formal mentorship responsibility for junior engineering staff working toward their own PE licensure.ResponsibilitiesDesign & Technical LeadershipServe as PE of Record lead design, stamp, and seal engineering plans and documents for HDD crossings under USACE-regulated levees, canals, TxDOT roadways, waterways, and railroad corridorsInterpret geotechnical assessments, bore path design, settlement, hydraulic fracture factor-of-safety (FOS) and apply appropriate methods based on project-specific regulatory requirementsDevelop design plans, specifications, and cost estimates for trenchless utility crossingsReview and prepare federal, state, and local permit applications including TxDOT utility permits, USACE Section 404/401/408 etc., and railroad crossing agreementsAnalyze field conditions, drawings, and specifications; perform engineering calculations and QA reviewProject & Client ManagementManage technical scope, schedule, and deliverable quality for HDD permitting and design assignmentsConduct site visits and field inspections during construction to verify compliance with engineered plansPrepare technical reports and present findings to clients, regulatory agencies, and review boardsParticipate in planning and construction administration of utility infrastructure projectsMentorship & Staff DevelopmentProvide structured mentorship to junior engineering staff, guiding their technical development and supporting progression toward PE licensureConduct internal technical training and peer review to elevate team-wide competency in trenchless design, HDD bore analysis, and regulatory complianceShare expertise in TxDOT procedures, USACE permitting, and utility crossing design with engineering staff at all levelsQualificationsBachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (or Geotechnical Engineering); other engineering disciplines will not be considered for this role given the USACE regulatory environmentActive Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Texas required at time of hire; verifiable through TBPELSMinimum 5 years of experience in civil or utility infrastructure engineering, with demonstrated, hands-on experience in trenchless/HDD crossing designProven experience designing HDD crossings under regulated infrastructure waterways, canals, TxDOT roadways, and/or USACE-regulated levees or embankmentsDirect experience with USACE Section 408 permitting and related specificationsDemonstrated ability to perform or review hydraulic fracture FOS analysis for HDD beneath regulated water infrastructureExperience preparing or reviewing Design Implementation Project Plans (DIPPs) for USACE-regulated crossingsProficiency in HDPE pipe/conduit specification and HDD pull force and mud pressure calculationsStrong written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare technical reports and lead client presentationsProficiency in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation; Microsoft Office SuitePhysically able to perform field site visits and inspectionsPreferredExperience working with electric utility clients on underground or trenchless conduit installationsFamiliarity with municipal infrastructure projects (roadway, drainage, water/wastewater)Prior formal or informal mentorship experience with EIT or junior engineering staffExperience with HDD pull force and mud pressure calculationsKnowledge of standard engineering software for trenchless design analysisBenefitsSalary commensurate with experienceEmployer paid health/dental/vision insuranceEmployer paid STD/LTDLife InsuranceCandidate referral bonus401k retirement plan with employer matchPaid HolidaysEarned vacation time