Highway Design Engineer - Entry Level

DeKalb Health; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 62,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI) in Portsmouth, NH seeks an Entry-Level Highway Engineer to assist in planning, design, and delivery of transportation projects.

You will gain hands-on experience with highways, roadways, intersections, and traffic improvements while learning from seasoned professionals. Responsibilities include preparing calculations and plans, performing traffic analysis, field data collection, and coordinating with project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain certification within one year preferred.
• Internship or co-op experience in transportation or civil engineering is a plus.
• Basic understanding of highway design, transportation engineering, and roadway construction principles.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to perform occasional field work and site visits.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of highways, roadways, intersections, and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Prepare engineering calculations, plans, specifications, and technical reports.
• Develop geometric roadway designs using industry-standard engineering software.
• Support drainage, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and utility coordination efforts.
• Assist with traffic analysis and transportation studies.
• Perform field visits to collect data, evaluate existing conditions, and support project development.
• Coordinate with project managers, senior engineers, surveyors, environmental specialists, and other design disciplines.
• Review construction plans and contractor submittals for compliance with project requirements.
• Assist with permit applications and regulatory submissions.
• Participate in meetings with clients, contractors, and transportation agencies.
• Support construction phase services, including responding to requests for information and reviewing field conditions.
• Maintain project documentation and follow quality control procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Highway design concepts

Civil engineering fundamentals

Field work readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI) in Portsmouth, NH seeks an Entry-Level Highway Engineer to assist in planning, design, and delivery of transportation projects.

You will gain hands-on experience with highways, roadways, intersections, and traffic improvements while learning from seasoned professionals. Responsibilities include preparing calculations and plans, performing traffic analysis, field data collection, and coordinating with project teams.