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Our civil and structural engineers, planners, environmental specialists, inspectors, and support professionals are devoted to providing valuable professional services that enhance people’s lives through sustainable infrastructure.\nClient-Focused: We are collaborative and attentive to the unique needs and goals of each project.\nPerformance-Driven: We are problem solvers dedicated to transforming transportation infrastructure challenges into opportunities for innovation.\nCommunity-Minded: We are vested in the work we do as stewards of public funds used to improve the communities we serve.\nSocial Responsibility: We give back to our communities by supporting various charitable organizations and causes.\nProfessional Growth: We invest in programs to attract, retain, and develop employees so Lochner becomes a long-term home for top talent.\nOur goals and strategies promote a diverse and inclusive workforce that feels empowered to make a difference in the world. Our vision is to create healthy and sustainable communities both within and outside of our organization where current and future generations can thrive.\n\nAre you ready to join us?\n\nResponsibilities:\nApply knowledge of engineering to design roadway, drainage and utility improvements for streets, highways, and interstates.\nAssist with oversee the Utility Engineering Department including managing personnel, budgeting and scheduling projects that include Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE), Utility Engineering including analysis of utility locations to determine conflicts with proposed construction, Utility Coordination for adjustment of utilities.\nClearly communicate work and ideas through drawings, documents, reports, and verbal exchange.\nFollow design standards to layout proposed improvements in MicroStation and coordinate design with design team members.\nCoordinate with reviewers to ensure accuracy and quality of work.\nPerform work within project deadlines.\nProvide alignment and profile development, geometrics, drainage, preparation of plans and construction estimates.\nAid with the creation and submission of technical reports, specifications, and calculations.\nCoordinate project assignments with those of other engineers and technicians in his/her discipline group.\nQualifications:\nB.S. degree in Civil Engineering is required.\nLicensed PE in Texas is required.\n8+ years of roadway & drainage design experience is required along with utility management.\nPE or PM experience working on TxDOT projects is required.\nAbility to communicate effectively (verbal and written).\nDemonstrated interpersonal and customer service skills.\nStrong organizational skills and attention to detail.\nAbility to mentor engineers and technicians.\nDemonstrated experience using MicroStation SS10, GeoPAK, and ORD.\nAligning with our performance-driven nature, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.\n\nLochner provides a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:\nCompetitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision\nPaid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program\nCompany Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance\nHealth Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care\nPaid Family Leave\nRetirement Plan with Employer Match\nFlexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)\nWellness Program for Physical and Mental Health\nLochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3\nEducation and Training Assistance\nEmployee Assistance Program\nEmployee Discounts\nPaid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service\n\nWork Environment\nThe work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.\nPhysical Requirements\nThe physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.\nEqual Employer\nLochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.\nAll positions at Lochner require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo a background check. 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