Engineer III - Transportation Design

HNTB Corporation; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Madison, WI, is seeking an Engineer III for their roadway group. This position involves producing design calculations, working closely with the project manager, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and relevant experience. The role offers a chance to contribute to significant infrastructure projects, ensuring successful project delivery with a focus on quality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant experience for Bachelor's degree, 3 years for Master's, or 2 years for PhD.
• Experience in engineering design and project collaboration.
• Ability to assist in the development of project specifications.

Responsibilities

• Produce and modify design calculations and engineering plans.
• Complete work within schedule and hours provided.
• Provide technical guidance to junior staff.
• Perform quality control reviews of engineering elements.

Skills

Technical guidance

Design calculation

Quality control

Project coordination

Continuous improvement

Microsoft Office Suite

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

What We're Looking For

The time is right to join HNTB Corporation! We are seeking candidates for an Engineer III position in our Madison, WI roadway group. The Roadway team works on projects from small rehabilitation/reconstruction projects to Mega Corridor projects throughout the State of Wisconsin and across the US. We are looking for a motivated individual to join our team!

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee‑owners.

This opportunity entails being responsible for the production and modification of design calculations, technical reports, engineering plans and specifications for assigned projects. This position works closely with the project manager to perform research, development, calculations, design and delivery. Applies engineering techniques, procedures and design criteria for projects ranging in size and complexity. Leverages technical knowledge, experience and client relationships to assist in the execution and evaluation of project designs. Develops conceptual and detailed designs and calculations to support the project execution using current drawing and technical tools, programs and software. May mentor, train and review work of junior engineer staff and provide constructive feedback. As a member of the team, you will contribute to the successful project delivery for a diverse range of projects for HNTB’s clients.

What You’ll Do

• Completes assigned work within the schedule and number of hours provided.
• Assist in the development of project specifications.
• Responsible for development of discipline specific engineering project elements/deliverables such as reports, designs, and plans.
• Aids in the coordination and productivity of project team members.
• Provides technical guidance to less experienced engineering project team members.
• Works closely with other disciplines and on multi‑discipline projects.
• Performs quality control reviews of discipline‑specific engineering project elements/deliverables.
• Assists with coordination and planning of schedules, hours, and distribution of work within discipline.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 4 years of relevant experience, or
• Master’s degree in Engineering and 3 years of relevant experience, or
• PhD in Engineering and 2 years of relevant experience

What You’ll Bring

• Optimizing work processes by using knowledge of the most effective and efficient ways to get things done with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Independently progresses the majority of designs and tasks required of the discipline.
• Exhibiting experience with Microsoft Office Suite, and MicroStation and/or AutoCAD.
• Exhibiting a thorough understanding of the application related to engineering, geometric and algebraic principles.
• Managing time, proactively forecasting, and communicating project development needs.

What We Prefer

• 6 years relevant experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification

Benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Location: Madison, WI