Highway/Roadway Engineer 5

Trinnex Inc.; Manchester (NH); Hybrid; USD 87,131 - 152,485; Full time

Job summary

Trinnex Inc. is looking for a Task Leader for highway design projects based out of Manchester, NH. This mid- to senior-level role supports technical delivery, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with design standards.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in related field, a PE license, and 7 years of relevant experience. This position offers hybrid work flexibility and pathways for career advancement across transportation projects.

Qualifications

• Seven years of related experience required.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is mandatory.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery of highway design tasks.
• Review designs for compliance with standards.
• Provide oversight for quality, schedule, and budget.

Skills

Expert knowledge of CADD 3D and 4D software

Expert knowledge of engineering principles of design

Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office software

Excellent communication skills

Basic knowledge of design standards (AASHTO, NACTO, etc.)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

OpenRoads

Job description

Task Leader, Highway Design Projects

CDM Smith is seeking a Task Leader to support and lead the technical delivery of highway design projects throughout New England. This position is well suited for a mid‑ to senior‑level transportation engineer looking to stay hands‑on while growing into broader technical and project leadership responsibilities. This role can be based in Boston, MA; East Hartford, CT; or Manchester, NH, with hybrid work flexibility.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of highway design tasks from concept through PS&E.
• Develop and review roadway alignments, design criteria, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Provide day‑to‑day technical oversight to ensure quality, schedule, and budget objectives are met.
• Mentor and review work performed by junior engineers; provide technical guidance and support.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Project Technical Leaders on complex DOT projects.
• Review designs for compliance with federal, state, and local standards; sign and seal documents, as required.
• Perform site reviews and field studies to support constructible, real‑world design solutions.
• Support proposal and task order efforts, including scope development and technical review.

Career Growth Opportunities

Opportunity to take on increasing technical and leadership responsibility across larger and more complex transportation projects. Clear pathways toward roles such as Senior Task Leader, Project Technical Leader, or Project Manager, aligned with individual career goals. Access to technical training, mentoring, and leadership development within CDM Smith’s transportation practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Seven (7) years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required; the frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties and project demands.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong background with CTDOT, MassDOT, NHDOT, and municipal roadway/highway design projects.
• Strong task management experience in roadway and multi‑modal design projects from preliminary through final design.
• Drainage network design and analysis experience.
• Familiarity with proposal development and client presentations.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or OpenRoads.
• Working knowledge of OpenRoads Concept Station.

Skills & Abilities

• Expert knowledge of computer‑assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
• Expert knowledge of engineering principles of design.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Expert knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations.
• Basic knowledge of design standards (AASHTO, NACTO, etc.).

Amount of Travel Required

10% or less.

Pay Range Min

USD $87,131.00

Pay Range Max

USD $152,485.00

Visa Sponsorship Available

No – this position does not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H‑1B or TN visas.

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.