Highway Design Engineer – Hybrid, CT Roadway Innovator

VHB; Wethersfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

VHB’s Wethersfield, CT office is seeking a Highway Design Engineer to join our Transportation Team in a hybrid work setting. You will contribute to CT's state roadway and safety projects and coordinate with CTDOT and local agencies.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, 5–8 years of highway design, a PE license, and proficiency in MicroStation. Master’s degree is a plus and may substitute for a year of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• 5-8 years of highway transportation design engineering experience required.
• Professional Engineer license.
• Master’s degree a plus (may substitute for 1 year of experience).
• Knowledge of CTDOT policies, procedures and design standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conceptual and final design of roadway, highway, and multi-modal engineering solutions including layout, grading, drainage, and utilities.
• Preparation and review of roadway design criteria, calculations, drawings, estimates, and specs.
• Development of 3D modeling for conceptual highway alignments.
• Typical section development.
• Preparation of right-of-way and easement plans.
• Coordination with design team, clients, subconsultants, and stakeholders.
• Construction support services (review of submittals and RFIs).

Skills

workload management

team leadership/mentoring

verbal and written communication

self-motivation and organization

knowledge of highway regulations

report writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree (plus)

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

VHB’s Wethersfield, CT office is seeking a Highway Design Engineer to join our Transportation Team in a hybrid work setting. You will contribute to CT's state roadway and safety projects and coordinate with CTDOT and local agencies.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, 5–8 years of highway design, a PE license, and proficiency in MicroStation. Master’s degree is a plus and may substitute for a year of experience.