Junior Roadway Engineer - Design & Plans

Moffatt & Nichol; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time off

Holidays

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Moffatt & Nichol, a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor, is seeking a Roadway Engineer for our Richmond office (Fall 2026 / Spring-Summer 2027). You will join the Transportation Group as part of an integrated design team and develop designs, plans, estimates, and specifications under licensed engineers.

The role includes work on DOT highway design, city roadway improvements, bike/pedestrian facilities, rail projects, and potential national workshare.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering required.
• 2-5 years of experience at an engineering consulting firm.
• Experience in transportation roadway design required.
• Experience with State DOT projects is a plus.
• Software experience: MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation).
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171.
• Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply established principles and practices of civil engineering.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties and to work as a team.
• Design and preparation of documents for: Minor and major roadway, Sidewalks, Shoulder improvements, Drainage design projects.
• Duties include assisting a project manager with tasks associated with: Plan preparation, Cost estimates, Report writing, Client coordination, Permitting.

Skills

Civil engineering fundamentals

Team collaboration

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Moffatt & Nichol, a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor, is seeking a Roadway Engineer for our Richmond office (Fall 2026 / Spring-Summer 2027). You will join the Transportation Group as part of an integrated design team and develop designs, plans, estimates, and specifications under licensed engineers.

The role includes work on DOT highway design, city roadway improvements, bike/pedestrian facilities, rail projects, and potential national workshare.