Our client is seeking a Highway Project Engineer (PE) to help shape safe, reliable transportation infrastructure through the planning, design, and delivery of roadway projects. This is an exciting opportunity for a Civil Engineer who wants to make a visible, lasting impact on public infrastructure while working with a firm recognized for its technical excellence and innovative solutions.
 
As a key member of our civil engineering team, you will lead and support highway design efforts, blending hands-on engineering with project coordination to ensure successful project delivery. You'll work on impactful transportation improvements, apply industry and DOT standards, and contribute to projects that enhance mobility, safety, and overall quality of life in the communities we serve. If you're ready to take ownership of meaningful transportation projects and grow your career in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, we'd welcome the opportunity to connect with you.
 
 
What You'll Do

• Lead the development of preliminary and final highway design plans and cost analyses for new and existing infrastructure projects, delivering solutions that meet client goals and performance expectations.
• Perform highway and drainage design tasks, including roadway alignments, profiles, and related project responsibilities.
• Maintain detailed records of design documents, reports, schedules, and budgets.
• Ensure designs adhere to state and local standards, regulations, and safety codes.
• Review plans and technical deliverables to ensure quality, accuracy, and constructability.
• Participate in project planning meetings and align tasks to meet scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Support project managers with schedules, documentation, and presentations.
• Provide technical support during construction, respond to RFIs, and attend site visits.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with clients, subconsultants, and regulatory approving agencies.
• Mentor junior staff and support their technical development.

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering or related field (MS preferred)
• 10+ years of transportation experience with a strong background in highway design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain it.
• Proficiency in MicroStation and OpenRoads.
• Familiarity with state DOT design standards (NYSDOT or PennDOT preferred).
• Professional performance aligned with our client's Mission, Vision, Core Values, and Clientship philosophy.
• Dedicated to fostering trusting relationships through collaboration, integrity, respect, and active listening.
• Proven ability to deliver quality work through critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment.
• Proactively own projects, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, growth environment.
• Superior organizational and planning skills with keen attention to detail.
• Curious and improvement-minded, embracing feedback and continuously seeking better solutions

 
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual based on race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.