Design Engineer - Transportation

ZipRecruiter; Anoka (MN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Design Engineer, EIT, to join their dynamic Transportation team. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful community infrastructure projects while working alongside experienced professionals. You will assist in design and construction activities, performing essential computations, and preparing project plans. With a commitment to safety and sustainability, this role is perfect for recent graduates or those with some experience looking to make a difference. Join a company that values its employees and fosters a collaborative environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

Competitive compensation plan

Discretionary bonuses

Employee ownership (ESOP)

401(k) Match Program

Paid time off (PTO)

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Flexible company holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Health insurance

Qualifications

• Entry-level EIT role requiring a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering.
• Must obtain Engineer-in-Training certification within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Engineers with design and construction on transportation projects.
• Perform basic design computations and prepare reports.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Design Computations

Traffic Operations

Construction Observation

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

MicroStation

SYNCHRO

SIMTraffic

Arcady

VISSIM

Job description

Job Description

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Design Engineer, EIT, to join our Transportation team in our Ramsey office. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond.

In this entry-level civil engineering role, we are looking to add an EIT who will help foster our mission that All People Should Live in Safe, Sustainable and Beautiful Communities! The majority of your time will be spent assisting project managers and project engineers in design and construction phase activities on Transportation projects. This position is open to December 2024, May 2025 graduates or an experienced EIT with 1-3 years of experience.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Assist Project Engineers with design and construction phase activities on transportation projects.
• Perform basic design computations, preliminary layout and design, research and prepare rough drafts of preliminary reports and feasibility studies.
• Assist with project plans and specifications, preparing cost and quantity take-off estimates.
• Assist with traffic corridor studies related to traffic operations, traffic safety, modal integration, and access management.
• Assist with the design of traffic control devices including traffic signals, signing and pavement markings, roadway lighting, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), work zones, and detours.
• Construction observation activities may include performing construction staking, performing construction administration duties such as documenting activities, measuring and testing, providing general oversight, and interacting with contractors, sub-contractors, and City staff.

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college.
• Certified Engineer-in-Training or able to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Prior experience in either infrastructure design and/or construction observation.
• Working knowledge and skills in CAD and design software (i.e. AutoCAD Civil3D, MicroStation).
• Developing knowledge of specialized traffic software (i.e., SYNCHRO, SIMTraffic, Arcady, VISSIM, etc.).
• Requires frequent travel during the construction season.
• Possess a valid driver's license as travel to various facilities and job sites may be required.

Salary Range: $58,000 - $90,000 depending on years of experience and credentials.

Bolton & Menk is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to specific geographic location.

Supporting Our Employees

There’s life at work and life outside of work. Bolton & Menk has a number of benefit programs and amenities to support you and your family throughout whatever stage of life you are in.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation plan - overtime compensation available to most employees.
• Discretionary bonuses available to most employees.
• ESOP - Employee ownership (ESOP); 100% company-paid contributions.
• 401(k) Match Program.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO).
• Six paid flexible company holidays.
• Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Short term and Long-term disability.
• Dependent care reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Health insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Life insurance.
• Vision insurance.

WHY BOLTON & MENK?
Bolton & Menk, Inc. specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions. Since 1949, we have been committed to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Bolton & Menk does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies in response to Bolton & Menk job postings.

It is our responsibility and privilege to embrace the diversity of people, thoughts, and experiences necessary to develop infrastructure systems that serve all people. Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.