Civil Engineer (Transportation)

As a Civil Engineer (Transportation) at RESPEC, your primary responsibilities will include designing and overseeing transportation projects, performing technical reviews of designs and engineering reports, and managing project progress to ensure adherence to scopes, budgets, and timelines. You'll collaborate with clients and team members to tackle technical challenges and contribute to public outreach efforts.

To apply for the Civil Engineer (Transportation) position at RESPEC, you need a B.S. in Civil Engineering or a related field and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, including 5 years preferably in cold regions. Additionally, an Alaska Professional Engineering License or the ability to obtain one within a year is essential. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS is also preferred.

RESPEC is deeply committed to the growth and development of its employees. Civil Engineers at RESPEC can benefit from professional development and training opportunities as part of their comprehensive compensation package. There are also options for tuition reimbursement to help further your education and technical skills.

Yes, as a Civil Engineer (Transportation) at RESPEC, you will often be required to manage multiple transportation projects at the same time. This role necessitates excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks to meet the demands of various clients and project timelines.

Yes, while experience in cold regions is preferred, it is important as RESPEC operates in Alaska. Familiarity with the unique challenges and practices associated with cold region engineering will greatly benefit the Civil Engineer (Transportation) in applying best practices to design and construction in this setting.

In answering this question, focus on specific projects where you played a key role in transportation planning and design. Highlight your involvement in design calculations, project management, or technical reviews, and the impact your contributions had on project outcomes.

Discuss your methods for maintaining high-quality standards, such as conducting thorough reviews of designs and specifications, utilizing checklists, and fostering open communication with teammates to address issues proactively.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to describe the challenge, your specific role, the actions you took to solve it, and the positive outcome from your intervention.

Talk about your experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS. Provide examples of how you've used these tools to enhance project design, improve efficiency, or ensure compliance with engineering standards.

Explain your time management strategies such as prioritizing tasks, setting milestones, and keeping open lines of communication with project managers to ensure deadlines are met without compromising quality.

Share your experiences in client interactions and community presentations. Emphasize your skills in translating technical information into understandable terms, as well as your ability to listen and address community concerns.

Mention how you engage with professional networks, attend conferences, participate in seminars, or subscribe to relevant publications to stay informed about developments in transportation engineering and best practices.

Describe the project, your leadership role, and how you motivated your team. Highlight your approach to delegation, conflict resolution, and fostering a collaborative environment to achieve project goals.

Describe how you prioritize teamwork within projects, including your strategies for effective collaboration with various stakeholders, team members, and clients to achieve common goals.

Express your admiration for RESPEC's employee ownership model and commitment to innovative engineering solutions. Discuss how your values align with RESPEC’s mission and how the role fits into your career aspirations.