Highway Engineer (PE) — Roadway Design & Mobility Impact

pennoniexternalcareers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni's transportation team in Virginia Beach seeks an experienced Highway Engineer to contribute to planning, engineering, and consulting services for transportation infrastructure. This role supports mobility, safety, and connectivity across multiple regional projects.

The candidate will perform conceptual and final roadway design, 3D modeling, drainage design, and report writing while coordinating with public sector clients and internal teams.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering required; MS a plus.
• 5-10 years of transportation engineering experience required.
• PE license required.
• Familiarity with VDOT and LAP project development a plus.
• Proven experience with AutoCAD / Civil3D and MicroStation / Open Roads Designer.

Responsibilities

• Conceptual and final design of roadway, highway, and multi-modal solutions.
• Prepare and review roadway design criteria, calculations, drawings, estimates, and specifications.
• Develop 3D modeling for conceptual roadway alignments.
• Temporary traffic control development and constructability reviews.
• Prepare right-of-way and easement plans.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal communication

Mentoring staff

Independent / team player

In-office and field work

Project juggling

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

MS degree a plus

PE licensure

Tools

AutoCAD / Civil3D

MicroStation / Open Roads Designer

Job description

Pennoni's transportation team in Virginia Beach seeks an experienced Highway Engineer to contribute to planning, engineering, and consulting services for transportation infrastructure. This role supports mobility, safety, and connectivity across multiple regional projects.

The candidate will perform conceptual and final roadway design, 3D modeling, drainage design, and report writing while coordinating with public sector clients and internal teams.