Working at Freese and Nichols

Here, you'll get to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients’ businesses and your own communities.

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Be Part of Something Bigger

By planning and designing the infrastructure our society needs, working at Freese and Nichols means positively impacting the world around us. Whether we’re developing sources of drinking water, institutions for higher learning, or major roads and bridges, we put long-term relationships first — for employees and clients alike. People notice the difference the moment they join us, and that’s reflected in our high workplace satisfaction rankings from Great Place to Work and Fortune magazine.

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A Family of Caring Professionals

Our company culture is guided by values that cultivate an environment of respect and camaraderie. We care for one another like a family, celebrating life milestones together and providing support in hard times. Our leaders’ doors are open — if you’d like to talk, you can give them a call or just drop in. Our strategic business plan and performance reports are open, too, so you’ll know how your work fits into the big picture. You’ll know that you’re part of something greater.

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Workplace Awards

We've been nationally recognized as a great place to work:

GREAT PLACE TO WORK CERTIFIED

Five years and counting

BEST WORKPLACES
IN TEXAS

Three years among Texas’ top four workplaces

Great Place to Work Consulting and Professional Services 2021

BEST WORKPLACES IN CONSULTING & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

No. 4 in the nation for 2021

BEST SMALL & MEDIUM WORKPLACES

Benefits

At Freese and Nichols, we balance a focus on your well-being with real rewards for your contributions.

Financial Stability

Paid overtime for all employees
401(k) matching
Profit sharing plan
Team bonus
Employee referral bonus
529 college savings plan
Corporate partner discounts
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Accident insurance
Legal assistance

Health & Wellness

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
Critical illness insurance
Optional alternate work schedule (every other Friday off)
Remote work options
Paid parental leave
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Personal leave
Bereavement leave
Family and medical leave
Military leave
Wellness subsidies
Employee assistance programs

Professional Development

Professional development courses
Leadership training
Technical seminars
Mentoring program
Paid professional organization memberships
Licensing assistance, including exam fees and study materials
Continuing education for re-licensing
Conference presentation opportunities
Tuition reimbursement

Fun Environment

Company-owned cabins in Red River, New Mexico
Employee recognition and awards program
Travel assistance for personal trips
Holiday parties
Company picnics
Chili cookoffs, costume contests, waffle days and more
Partner and retail discounts
Personal leave/vacation donation

The Only Thing Missing Is You

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Faces of Freese and Nichols

Our people make Freese and Nichols different. Every day they provide the innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service that help our communities thrive and keep our clients coming back. Meet some of our professionals:

Ryan Fikes, CERP

Environmental Scientist and Coastal Ecologist

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Mayuko Mizutani, EIT

Environmental Engineer

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Teresa Castillón, PE

Electrical Engineer

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Justin Riddle

BIM/CAD Designer

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Jose Lopez, EIT, AMPP

Construction Manager

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Sidney Green, PE, ENV SP

Transportation Engineer

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Stephanie Pluta, PE

Water Resources Design Engineer

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Dan Christiansen

Construction Manager

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Brandon Huxford, PE

Transportation Project Manager

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Ishita Rahman, PE

Water/Wastewater Master Planner

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Heather Keister, PE

Group Manager

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Will Hackett, PE

Water/Wastewater Engineer

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A Place to Strengthen Your Career

Whether you’re a recent graduate or already a leader in your field, Freese and Nichols can help take your career to the next level.

We pay your membership dues for professional organizations, and help you earn licenses and certifications.
Freese and Nichols University offers courses on dozens of topics, ranging from presentation skills to 3D modeling.
Our mentoring program can pair you with a guide to help you navigate career challenges.
Looking to further your education? We offer tuition reimbursement for college-level studies.

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What Our Employees Are Saying

In the twilight of my career, Freese and Nichols is a place that gives me the freedom to work in areas expected of me and help grow the company in the right direction.

Eric Potts

Associate and Account Director

I think this is the best career choice I could have made coming out of college. Everyone here seems to push each other in a positive way and to continuously learn and improve your skills.

Eric Waggoner

EI

I enjoy the flexibility, love and support I get from my group. It means a lot to me. I don’t think I can get that working anywhere else; it really does feel like a family. Freese and Nichols makes it easy to work and have a family at the same time.

Teresa Castillón

Electrical Engineer

Working at Freese and Nichols has given my career direction and purpose. I now have a passion for what I do, and it is because Freese and Nichols grooms, invests, and creates opportunities for its employees. I cannot imagine working any other place than here.

Shad Comeaux

Principal and Urban Planner

I began as an intern with Freese and Nichols in 1996 and immediately enjoyed working in a professional environment with a tight-knit family culture. Our significant growth over the past 20+ years has given me incredible project opportunities, training, development and career growth.

Mike Wayts

Vice President and Principal