Highway Designer I (Entry Level)

PRIME AE Group, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Entry Level Highway Designer I to perform highway engineering design for diverse Pennsylvania projects. The role involves designing urban and rural roadways, interchanges, and traffic management projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering and familiarity with CAD software. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or those with limited experience to join a collaborative team focused on innovative transportation solutions.

Qualifications

• 0-4 years of experience in highway, roadway, and/or civil projects.
• Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design various types of highway and traffic projects.
• Work with the design team to develop engineered solutions.
• Utilize Bentley CAD design software for design and plan production.

Skills

Technical Writing

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

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Position Overview:

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

Primary Responsibilities:

1. 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.
2. Work with the design team comprised of Project Managers, Senior Engineers, and other technical staff to develop engineered solutions for various clients.
3. Work on design for a variety of roadway projects including interchanges, intersection improvements, roadway widening/capacity improvements, ADA, and pedestrian safety upgrades.
4. Utilize Bentley CAD design software such as OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and MicroStation/InRoads for design and plan production.
5. Perform field visits for ongoing design projects.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
2. Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certificate preferred.
3. 0-4 years’ of experience in highway, roadway, and/or civil projects.
4. Proficient in performing MicroStation InRoads modeling, Openroads Designer (ORD) modeling experience is preferred.
5. Familiarity with AASHTO, PennDOT, PTC, MUTCD, and ADA regulations.
6. Strong oral and technical writing skills.
7. Ability to handle multiple assignments.
8. An attitude and commitment to work cooperatively with others.
9. Ability to analyze complex highway issues and alternates and prepare cogent recommendations.

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