Lead Highway Design Engineer

Popli Design Group; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Popli Design Group is seeking a Project Engineer in the Highway Design Department to advance design, analysis, and documentation for transportation projects in New York state. The role emphasizes mentorship, collaboration, and delivering high-quality design packages.

The candidate should bring 5–10 years of experience, NYS PE license, and strong skills in Civil 3D/OpenRoads Designer, communication, and project leadership. Occasional fieldwork and client interaction are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• NYS PE license required.
• 5-10 years of progressive experience in the field.
• Proficiency with roadway and highway modelling applications including Civil 3D and OpenRoads Designer.
• Proficiency with NYCDOT, NYSDOT, NYSTA and NYDDC design requirements and guidelines.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead multiple projects and teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design calculations and details.
• Prepare contract plans and specifications.
• Prepare construction cost estimates.
• Review submittals.
• Occasionally visit project sites to collect data and evaluate conditions.
• Lead and mentor junior staff.
• Present technical topics to public and engineers.
• Uphold PDG quality culture.

Skills

Civil 3D

OpenRoads Designer

Highway design software

Team leadership

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

NYS PE license

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Civil 3D

OpenRoads Designer

Microsoft Office

Job description

Popli Design Group is seeking a Project Engineer in the Highway Design Department to advance design, analysis, and documentation for transportation projects in New York state. The role emphasizes mentorship, collaboration, and delivering high-quality design packages.

The candidate should bring 5–10 years of experience, NYS PE license, and strong skills in Civil 3D/OpenRoads Designer, communication, and project leadership. Occasional fieldwork and client interaction are expected.