Highway Engineer

LaBella Associates; Richmond; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected engineering firm in Richmond, VA is seeking a qualified Highway Engineer to work on transportation projects. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with at least 5 to 7 years of experience. Responsibilities include design, project rendering, and inspections. Benefits include a flexible work schedule, health insurance, and a 401k plan with employer match.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Short & Long Term Disability

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Leadership Development Program

Fitness Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Program

Team Building Events

Community Service Events

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience required.
• EIT Certificate is preferred or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• PE License is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work in transportation engineering projects including roadway and pedestrian types.
• Design horizontal and vertical alignments, drainage systems, and traffic maintenance.
• Prepare reports, conduct field inspections, and render projects.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Knowledge of MicroStation

Knowledge of AutoCAD

Knowledge of OpenRoads

Knowledge of Civil 3D

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (with concentration in Transportation)

Tools

Hydrologic and Hydraulic modeling software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

We are currently seeking qualified candidates to fill a Highway Engineer position in our Richmond, VA offices.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team in all facets of transportation engineering including roadway, trail, and pedestrian type projects.
• Design of horizontal and vertical alignments, drainage systems, signing and pavement markings, safety assessments, erosion and sediment control, development of maintenance of traffic and preparation of construction related documents under the supervision of a senior highway engineer.
• Other responsibilities may include report preparation, field reconnaissance and inspection, project rendering.
• Attend meetings and conferences when necessary/required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (with concentration in Transportation) from an ABET Accredited College

5 to 7 years of experience

Preferably have their EIT Certificate (or the ability to obtain within 12 months) - PE License is a plus

Strong communication and organizational skills

Experience or knowledge using MicroStation, AutoCAD, OpenRoads and Civil 3D

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, such as Word & Excel

Experience with Hydrologic and Hydraulic modeling software a plus

Experience with VDOT and local government projects and their design software.

Desire to work in a team environment

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events