Job Title: Civil Engineer (PE)
Location: Houston, TX
Salary Range: $140,000 - $150,000
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO
Summary
The Civil Engineer (P.E.) is responsible for reviewing, approving, and sealing civil engineering plans for fiber optic and utility infrastructure projects within the State of Texas. This role ensures engineering compliance with municipal, county, and state standards while supporting permitting, right-of-way coordination, and construction execution. The Civil Engineer reviews plan and profile drawings, bore profiles, traffic control plans, and right-of-way improvements while communicating effectively with state agencies, internal teams, and project stakeholders.
Essential Functions
• Review, approve, and seal engineering plans in accordance with the Texas Engineering Practice Act and applicable board rules.
• Oversee preparation and quality control of plan and profile drawings, HDD bore profiles, traffic control plans, bridge crossings, railroad and pipeline crossings, and right-of-way restoration details.
• Track projects according to established company procedures from inception through completion.
• Provide engineering support during permitting review cycles and respond to jurisdictional comments.
• Attend meetings with municipalities, counties, and state transportation districts as required.
• Ensure compliance with local, county, and state regulations, including utility accommodation rules and MUTCD standards.
• Perform engineering analysis related to drainage, grading, and utility conflict resolution.
• Maintain accurate engineering records and documentation in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Competencies
• Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Thorough understanding of right-of-way permitting processes.
• Knowledge of utility coordination, SUE investigations, and conflict analysis.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (Civil 3D preferred) and ability to review engineering plan sets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects across various jurisdictions.
• Understanding of engineering liability and professional responsibility.
Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Must hold an active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Texas in good standing.
• Ability and willingness to obtain Professional Engineer licensure in additional states as required by company operations, including through comity or reciprocity.
• Experience in utility and/or right-of-way (ROW) design preferred.
• Experience serving as Engineer of Record on public infrastructure projects preferred.
Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.