Junior Highway Engineer: Roadway Design & Traffic Studies

DeKalb Health; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI) is seeking an Entry-Level Highway Engineer to contribute to planning, design, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to gain hands-on experience on highways, roadway, intersections, and traffic improvement initiatives while learning from experienced transportation professionals. As an Entry-Level Engineer, you will participate in the design, analysis, and delivery of transportation projects that

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain certification within one year preferred.
• Internship or co-op experience in transportation or civil engineering is a plus.
• Basic understanding of highway design, transportation engineering, and roadway construction principles.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to perform occasional field work and site visits.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of highways, roadways, intersections, and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Prepare engineering calculations, plans, specifications, and technical reports.
• Develop geometric roadway designs using industry-standard engineering software.
• Support drainage, stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and utility coordination efforts.
• Assist with traffic analysis and transportation studies.
• Perform field visits to collect data, evaluate existing conditions, and support project development.
• Coordinate with project managers, senior engineers, surveyors, environmental specialists, and other design disciplines.
• Review construction plans and contractor submittals for compliance with project requirements.
• Assist with permit applications and regulatory submissions.
• Participate in meetings with clients, contractors, and transportation agencies.
• Support construction phase services, including responding to requests for information and reviewing field conditions.
• Maintain project documentation and follow quality control procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Field work willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI) is seeking an Entry-Level Highway Engineer to contribute to planning, design, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to gain hands-on experience on highways, roadway, intersections, and traffic improvement initiatives while learning from experienced transportation professionals. As an Entry-Level Engineer, you will participate in the design, analysis, and delivery of transportation projects that