Highway Designer I (Entry Level)

Prime AE Group, Inc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an entry-level Highway Designer/Engineer to join their dynamic Transportation Business Line. This role focuses on highway engineering design for diverse clientele, supporting various Pennsylvania projects. You'll collaborate with a talented design team, utilizing advanced Bentley CAD software for design and plan production. The company values innovation and teamwork, offering a flexible work schedule to accommodate individual needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates or those early in their careers to make a significant impact in the field of civil engineering.

Qualifications

• 0-4 years' experience in highway, roadway, and/or civil projects.
• Proficient in MicroStation InRoads modeling.

Responsibilities

• Design highway and traffic projects including urban and rural roadways.
• Work with design team to develop engineered solutions for clients.

Skills

Highway Engineering Design

MicroStation InRoads

OpenRoads Designer (ORD)

Technical Writing

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certificate

Tools

Bentley CAD

MicroStation

Job description

PRIME AE Group, Inc. (www.primeeng.com), a top 500 ENR-ranked multi-disciplined architectural and engineering firm with 22 offices in 9 States and over 500 employees throughout the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Northeast, is seeking an entry level Highway Designer/Engineer to join our Transportation Business Line in either our Harrisburg or Pittsburgh, PA offices. This opening provides a flexible work schedule to meet individual needs (virtual or in-office).

Company Overview:

PRIME AE is on the move and for almost two decades we've been delivering architecture, engineering, and construction management solutions for all the places we live, learn, laugh, and grow. We are adding capabilities, expanding into new geographies, and looking to work with exciting talent. Whether you are seeking new challenges, greater variety, or a better opportunity, we are on the lookout for professionals who enjoy being part of something bigger. It is a great time to come onboard with us!

Position Overview:

The primary focus of this role will be to perform highway engineering design for our diverse clientele supporting Pennsylvania projects.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design various types of highway and traffic projects, including urban and rural roadways, interstates, interchanges, traffic management, transportation planning, highway safety, site planning, preparation of concept alignments, geometric layout, MOT, Drainage and ADA compliance projects.
• Work with the design team comprised of Project Managers, Senior Engineers, and other technical staff to develop engineered solutions for various clients.
• Work on design for a variety of roadway projects including interchanges, intersection improvements, roadway widening/capacity improvements, ADA, and pedestrian safety upgrades.
• Utilize Bentley CAD design software such as OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and MicroStation/InRoads for design and plan production.
• Perform field visits for ongoing design projects.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certificate preferred.
• 0-4 years' of experience in highway, roadway, and/or civil projects.
• Proficient in performing MicroStation InRoads modeling, Openroads Designer (ORD) modeling experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with AASHTO, PennDOT, PTC, MUTCD, and ADA regulations.
• Strong oral and technical writing skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments.
• An attitude and commitment to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to analyze complex highway issues and alternates and prepare cogent recommendations.

PRIME AE Group is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.

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