Hybrid Principal Engineer – Site Design

at Olsson

• Job title: Principal Engineer – Site Design
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Dallas, United States

About the role

• Lead Engineer overseeing design tasks for civil site development projects. Managing design teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while ensuring compliance with standards and client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Leads large-scale project design by serving as a technical lead for complex assignments and managing the design from initial design to project completion.
• Executes high-level analysis and review of project documents ensuring compliance with applicable standards, codes, and regulations.
• Oversees and regularly monitors engineering processes and resources to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Develops and implements standards and guidelines for diverse engineering activities to ensure high-quality results.
• Elevates the level of technical expertise within the team through technical design training and mentoring.
• Supports project management objectives by providing leadership and direction regarding organizing technical resources for key projects and utilizing resources effectively.
• Collaborates with project managers to ensure technical aspects of projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet established objectives.
• Demonstrates an elevated degree of creativity, decision-making, and responsibility for design tasks within a specific discipline.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• 8 or more years of related Civil Engineering experience.
• Must be a registered professional and have at least four years of experience supervising technical personnel.
• Proficiency in site layout, grading, utility design, erosion control, regulatory approvals, etc.
• Working knowledge of Civil 3d.
• Proven track record in meeting and exceeding client expectations through technical design work.
• Excellent client service orientation.
• Solid interpersonal and decision-making skills and the ability to generate innovative and effective solutions to complex problems.

Benefits

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.)
• Opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance