Advanced Roadway Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Advanced Roadway Design Engineer in North Carolina. This role involves performing roadway design tasks, mentoring team members, and establishing relationships with clients. The position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work on diverse transportation projects, contributing to the efficiency and safety of infrastructure.

Benefits

Paid time off

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Flexibility

Mobility

Qualifications

• 10 to 20+ years of progressive engineering experience.
• At least 5 years of project management experience.
• Experience with DOT design projects required.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering design tasks for roadway projects.
• Develop specifications, cost estimates, and final bid packages.
• Mentor junior engineers in developing design plans.

Skills

Project Management

Transportation Design

Roadway Design

MicroStation

Geopak

OpenRoads Designer

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

P.E. license

North Carolina PE license (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

LJB Inc. is an engineering firm that provides civil and structural engineering, as well as geospatial, safety, and environmental services. Our diverse expertise, client base, and geographies have enabled LJB to serve clients in all 50 U.S. states and several countries.

As a full-service transportation team, we have diverse capabilities and proven knowledge to design solutions that meet today’s needs and tomorrow’s demands. Our vast transportation design experience allows us to anticipate and address potential issues related to environmental, right-of-way, construction, utilities, safety, or other factors. We apply our creative and technical expertise to design transportation solutions that keep people, businesses, and communities moving.

We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Advanced Roadway Design Engineer for our Transportation team in North Carolina or Ohio.

Annual Compensation: $110,000-155,000, based on experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

Benefit Information: Here

Roadway Design Engineer Essential Functions:

• Perform engineering design tasks for roadway projects from preliminary to final design.
• Develop specifications, cost estimates, and prepare final bid packages.
• Establish working relationships and contact with client technical staff and project managers, especially in NCDOT, local governments, and private clients.
• Provide engineering design services for traditional design-bid-build projects and design-build transportation projects.
• Mentor and assist junior engineers in developing final design plans, including cross sections, traffic control, drainage, signing, and pavement markings plans.
• Coordinate design activities and meetings between design staff, subcontractors, and client managers.
• Participate in project decisions regarding technical approaches, cost, and scheduling performance.
• Identify schedule and cost variances and develop recommendations for corrective action.
• Complete tasks within schedule and budget as part of multidisciplinary teams.
• Actively participate and serve in leadership positions in transportation-related organizations such as ASHE, ASCE, DBIA, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Roadway Design Engineer Essential Credentials:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering required.
• P.E. license required; North Carolina PE license is preferred. Successful candidates are expected to obtain their NC PE within the first year of hire.

Qualifications:

• 10 to 20+ years of progressive engineering experience with broad knowledge in transportation and roadway design.
• At least 5 years of project management experience.
• Experience working on DOT design projects is required; experience with multiple DOTs is a plus.
• Proficiency with MicroStation, Geopak, OpenRoads Designer software.

LJB offers competitive compensation packages, including paid time off, a 401(k), tuition reimbursement, flexibility, and mobility. LJB Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees are valued and respected. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under law. If you are a self-starter eager to join an established team that values excellence, this opportunity is for you.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: LJB Inc. is not obligated to compensate external recruiters or search firms presenting candidates without a current, fully executed agreement. Please direct all communications to our HR team.

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