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# Engineering Associate

- **Company:** Thompson Holdings, Inc.
- **Location:** Daphne, AL, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** AutoCAD, Software Design Documents, MicroStation, Software Tools
- **Published:** September 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1b402247ce0bd94b

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
 * 0-4 years of engineering experience.
 * Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification preferred.
 * Experience or coursework in one or more of the following disciplines is preferred:
 * Site Civil
 * Transportation
 * Water Resources
 * Hydrology & Hydraulics (H&H)
 * Coastal Engineering
 * Federal Infrastructure
 * Municipal Engineering
 * Land Development
 * Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, MicroStation, or similar engineering software is preferred.
 * Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
 * Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

## Description

Thompson Engineering is seeking a motivated Engineering Associate to join our growing engineering team in one of our Gulf Coast offices. This position is ideal for early-career engineers who are eager to develop their technical expertise while working alongside experienced professionals on a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects.

The Engineering Associate will support the planning, design, and delivery of projects across a variety of disciplines, including site civil, transportation, water resources, hydrology and hydraulics (H&H), coastal engineering, federal, municipal, land development projects, or other civil engineering disciplines. This role provides excellent opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and progression toward professional licensure., * Assist with engineering analysis, calculations, design, and preparation of construction plans and specifications.

 * Support project teams in the design and development of transportation, site development, water resources, coastal, federal, and municipal infrastructure projects.
 * Prepare engineering reports, cost estimates, quantity calculations, and technical documentation.
 * Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including survey, environmental, geotechnical, structural, and construction personnel.
 * Participate in field visits, site investigations, and construction observations as needed.
 * Utilize engineering software to develop design documents and project deliverables.
 * Support project managers in maintaining project schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
 * Continue professional development while working toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.