Project Engineer – Transportation / Highway (DOT)

Morrison-Maierle; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid parental leave

401(k) matching program

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading engineering firm located in Helena, MT is seeking a Civil Highway Engineer to plan and design road and transportation infrastructure, ensuring safety and efficiency in projects. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and 5+ years of experience in roadway design for federal and state projects. The firm offers a competitive salary ranging from $80,000 to $115,000, along with a robust total rewards package including bonuses and benefits. Join a collaborative team that values growth and successful project management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of US-based experience in highway and roadway civil design engineering.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design road and transportation infrastructure.
• Analyze survey data and traffic patterns.
• Lead project tasks and provide construction administration services.

Skills

Strong communicator

Proficiency with AutoCAD and Bentley

Knowledge of federal and state roadway regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Bentley

Job description

ENGINEERS | SURVEYORS | PLANNERS | SCIENTISTS

Morrison‑Maierle is a 100% employee‑owned firm specializing in integrated consulting and design services in engineering, planning, surveying, and science. As a trusted partner to our clients, we deliver reliable, high‑quality results, grounded in a deep understanding of local context and regional needs.

Position: Civil Highway Engineer

Job status: Exempt‑salaried

Location: Helena, MT (Relocation assistance provided)

We know work is just one part of life. That’s why we offer a total rewards package designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. As an employee‑owner, you’ll receive competitive pay, bonuses that recognize your contributions, and benefits that promote your health, growth, and well‑being. Whether it’s your family, hobbies, or future goals, we’ve got you covered.

• $80,000‑$115,000 base pay (DOE) with generous wage growth
• Annual bonuses because your contributions matter
• Ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); 100% company‑paid ownership contributions
• 90% company paid shared health plan premiums
• Paid time off in year one for the things you love to do
• Paid parental leave and volunteer time off
• Six paid company holidays
• Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life
• 401(k) matching program
• AD&D Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance paid by the company

Since 1945, our longstanding engineering legacy as a 100% employee‑owned company ensures safety, security, and growth for you. We create solutions that build better communities. We are a client‑ and people‑focused culture that allows us to thrive as a top 500 engineering firm due to our unified team, diverse strengths, and individual contributions. It is why Morrison‑Maierle has been voted by Zeig“Best Places to Work.” Join us as a Civil Highway Project Engineer within our Transportation group to be part of this success.

THE ROLE

The Civil Highway Engineer will be responsible for the planning and designing of road and transportation infrastructure, ensuring safety, efficiency, and environmental considerations. The primary project focus will be on federal highways, high‑speed, multi‑lane systems, and bridges for DOT clients. These responsibilities include:

• Work with clients to understand their vision and scope of the project.
• Analyze survey data, traffic patterns, and other relevant data to optimize road design and ensure functionality and safety.
• Guide design and entry‑level engineers on project designs, drafting plans, drawings, and modeling according to project specifications.
• Lead project tasks and/or project phases.
• Become the technical lead and engineer of record for larger project areas.
• Utilize design software to support project designs, drafting plans, drawings, and modeling according to project specifications.
• Develop detailed plans for new roads, highways, and related infrastructure.
• Involved in the improvement of existing road infrastructure, ensuring its continued safety and efficiency.
• Ensure that engineering designs comply with relevant DOT regulations and safety standards.
• Draft technical writing pieces such as Requests for Proposals, report writing, project specifications, and memorandums.
• Provide construction administration services during the construction phase of the project.

“As employee‑owners, we don’t just work here, we grow here. Together, we take on challenging projects, support one another, and create opportunities to thrive. Our culture empowers every team member to find success—professionally and financially—while building something greater than themselves.” – Arian Bloomfield, President/CEO

YOUR STRENGTHS

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent ABET‑accredited engineering program
• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred or willing to obtain after‑hire
• Minimum of 5+ years of US‑based experience in highway and roadway civil design engineering for federal and state projects
• Minimum of one year of project engineering experience leading small teams and project phases
• Working knowledge of federal and state roadway regulations and processes
• Proficiency with engineering design software such as AutoCAD and Bentley
• Strong communicator both verbal and written
• A valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record is required for periodic travel

WHO WE ARE

At Morrison‑Maierle, we’re more than engineers, surveyors, planners, and scientists—we’re community builders. Founded in 1945, we're a 100% employee‑owned, Engineering News‑Record Top 500 firm driven by a passion for innovative solutions that improve lives across the Rocky Mountain and Pacific Northwest regions. We are rooted in integrity, respect, excellence, and commitment. Joining our team means becoming part of a purpose‑driven legacy committed to building a better future.

Morrison‑Maierle is not accepting third‑party or recruitment agency solicitation requests.

Morrison‑Maierle is committed to diversity and inclusion, supported by compliance as an EEOC employer that ensures equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of protected class status.