Senior Engineer II at Atkins North America, Inc. in Henderson, Nevada

Job Description:

Job Description

Why join us?

Atkins seeks an energetic and highly motivated self-starter to join our Henderson, NV Civil Engineering Group as a Senior Engineer II.  Under direction, provides the expertise of a seasoned engineer to all conventional aspects of functional area and applies advanced concepts and techniques to unconventional engineering problems. May function as individual researcher or technical specialist. Upholds engineering ethics and standards of conduct. This position will report to the Senior Civil Project Manager.

About Us

Atkins is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies.  Atkins has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, technology, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years.

Atkins has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.

How will you contribute to the team?

• Performs project design, sketching design concepts to be developed by junior engineers, CAD designers or technicians.


• Plans and reviews the production of engineering drawings and specifications.


• Plans and reviews the production of engineering investigations or planning work.


• Develops and evaluates plans and criteria for new projects, weighing alternatives and selecting the


• most cost-effective solution.


• Analyzes technical problems, assessing the feasibility of proposed techniques and procedures, and devising new approaches and alternative solutions.


• Analyzes project scope and prepares or oversees the preparation of cost and manpower estimates, schedules and job budgets.


• Coordinates work with project manager and guides junior professionals and technical personnel on the design and drafting of preliminary and final plans.


• Is responsible for quality control, maintaining quality standards in all work produced, and checking computations or reviewing designs and drawings performed by others.


• May occasionally manage projects.


• Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

What will you contribute?

• B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering. This level may be achieved with 7 years’ experience in project production, two of these years working as a Senior Engineer. The typical incumbent has 10 to 14 years' experience since Bachelor's degree.


• Land Development experience is preferred.


• Strong interpersonal skills


• Good public speaking ability. 


• Strong project financial management skills.


• Knowledge of production support systems and personal computer proficiency. 


• Technical writing, computer and communications skills required. 


• AutoCAD and Civil 3D knowledge and understanding required.


• ProjectWise, Bluebeam and MS Project knowledge and understanding a plus.

What we offer at Atkins:

At Atkins, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes:

• Opportunity to work on various projects of various sizes


• Competitive salary


• Flexible work schedules


• Paid Time Off (PTO)


• Group Insurance


• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!

Atkins is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace.  EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.

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