Highway Engineer
Our client is an established, employee-focused engineering and consulting firm with over four decades of experience supporting public and private sector projects. The firm provides a full range of services including engineering design, program and construction management, project controls, and asset management across infrastructure and transportation markets.
Known for delivering high-quality, complex projects, the organization has built a strong reputation for technical excellence, innovation, and responsiveness. The company has also earned multiple industry recognitions for both design and program management capabilities and continues to invest in growth across key service areas.
The firm is currently launching a new Transportation Engineering Division focused on advancing mobility solutions, enhancing roadway safety, and supporting evolving infrastructure needs. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing team at an early stage and directly contribute to shaping its direction and impact. The organization offers a collaborative environment with strong leadership support and opportunities for career advancement.
Roadway Design Engineer
The Roadway Design Engineer will support the planning and design of transportation projects, with a focus on highway and roadway systems for state and local agency clients. This role contributes to all phases of project development-from concept through final design-while working alongside multidisciplinary teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform roadway and highway design, including horizontal and vertical geometry and corridor modeling
- Develop roadway design plans, including plan/profile sheets, cross-sections, and typical sections
- Assist in preparing maintenance of traffic (MOT), signing, and pavement marking plans
- Prepare construction plans, quantities, and supporting engineering documentation
- Apply AASHTO and agency design criteria in project development
- Utilize Bentley MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer for modeling and plan production
- Follow established CADD standards and file management systems
- Coordinate with project managers and senior engineers through all phases (concept, preliminary, and final design)
- Collaborate with internal disciplines such as drainage, structures, traffic, and utilities
- Support and mentor junior staff as needed
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
- 3-5 years of roadway or highway design experience
- Experience developing roadway plans (plan/profile, cross-sections, and typical sections)
- Working knowledge of AASHTO design standards
- Proficiency in Bentley MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer
- Experience preparing construction documents and quantity calculations
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with DOT standards and plan preparation requirements (state-level experience a plus)
- Familiarity with CADD standards and file management systems (e.g., ProjectWise)
- Experience developing graphics and reports for concept studies
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including PowerPoint and Project
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain
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