Design Engineer - Public Works

Job DetailsJob Location: Headquarters - Overland Park, KS 66210Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Category: EngineeringThe Design Engineer for Public Works serves on project teams, performing engineering tasks under the general direction of the Project Engineer.   Who We Are Our everyday work impacts how people do everyday living, through improved connectivity, transportation, safety, and community development. As a service business, we are all about our people. Our shared values and objectives focus on integrity and professionalism. We embrace teamwork, process management, and collaboration and are growth oriented because we believe growth creates opportunities. As each person continues to learn and grow professionally, we advance as an organization.  What We Do Our Public Works projects serve communities and are an investment in our future. BHC is ready to deliver projects that provide positive change to the residents that live and work there. How You Can Grow With Us Opportunities for growth are endless based on your desire to learn. We are excited to share details of your career path options with you during your employment. Positions such as Lead Design Engineer, Design Engineer - Development Services and Project Engineer may be in your future.   Essential Functions Executes the key elements of the project design process and prepares documents per client requirements Performs projects in compliance with established work plan and schedule Designs portions of a project under supervision Researches catalogs for commercially available equipment to avoid expense of original design Specifies equipment based on catalog searches Researches code requirements in out-of-town project sites Prepares environmental impact and other administrative reports required for project permits Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential issues, takes steps to determine solutions, and implements selected steps QualificationsExperience 0+ years’ experience  Knowledge of software and CAD operations Previous leadership experience is a plus Previous internships a plus   Skills Strong communication skills (verbal, written, and in person) Self-starter and able to articulate ideas and needs Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ability to learn new software quickly Able to come up with solutions to problems and be resourceful Proven ability to take initiative and implement processes Ability to travel and drive personal vehicle including at night Physical working requirements: Ability to do occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs. Able to walk up/down stairs Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends Subject to outside environmental conditions occasionally Education Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering at an ABET-accredited school  Intent to pursue F.E and P.E. license following graduation