Design Engineer - Transportation

Bolton & Menk, Inc.; Greenwood Village (CO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in community infrastructure solutions is seeking a Design Engineer (EIT) to join their Denver Work Group. This entry-level role focuses on site design projects for schools and recreation areas, offering a chance to impact communities positively. The ideal candidate will assist in design and construction activities, requiring a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a commitment to safety and sustainability.

Benefits

Competitive compensation plan

Discretionary bonuses

ESOP - Employee ownership

401(k) Match Program

Paid time off (PTO)

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Health insurance

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Certified Engineer-in-Training or able to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Prior experience in infrastructure design or construction observation.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Engineers with design and construction phase activities.
• Perform basic design computations and prepare reports.
• Assist with traffic corridor studies and design of traffic control devices.

Skills

CAD

Design Software

Traffic Software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

MicroStation

Job description

Description

Bolton & Menk has great opportunity for a Design Engineer (EIT) to join our Denver Work Group focusing on site design projects related to schools and school renovations and recreation areas. 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 immediately to qualified EIT individuals and December 2024 or May 2025 graduates.

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


• Assists with traffic corridor studies related to traffic operations, traffic safety, modal integration and access management.


• Assist with design of traffic control devices including traffic signals, signing and pavement markings, roadway lighting, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), work zones, and detours. Work may be applied to existing infrastructure of part of larger transportation improvement plans and specifications.


• 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, residents 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.) preferred


• Requires frequent travel during construction season


• Possess a valid drivers license as travel to various facilities and job sites may be required

Salary Range: $62,000 - $85,000 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 internal equity and specific geographic location. Bolton & Menk reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

Anticipated Last Date to Apply: 5/31/2025

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 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. From advocating for our communities to designing their dreams to finding funding; we take pride in our work because we live in these same communities. Today, Bolton & Menk has more than 1,000 employees throughout more than 35 locations in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Colorado providing services to more than 400 communities and agencies. Learn more about our history here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/about-us/

OUR BENEFITS
At Bolton & Menk, we value our people and provide an exceptional Total Compensation and Benefits Package to protect our most valuable asset. We are committed to the well-being of our employees and their families. Perks of being a Bolton & Menk employee include peace of mind with our benefits package and competitive compensation plan, flexible schedules, and career development opportunities. Learn more here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/careers

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. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team.

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 including disability and vets.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Engineer In Training (preferred)

Equal Opportunity Employer

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