Licensed Transportation Engineer - Roadway Design Lead

Olsson; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Olsson in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Licensed Transportation Engineer - Roadway to lead planning and design of roadway projects of varying size and complexity. You will contribute technical expertise while supporting project management and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a transportation emphasis, 4+ years of experience, and PE licensure (or ability to obtain within six months).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with transportation emphasis.
• 4+ years of related engineering experience.
• Experience with MicroStation OpenRoads Designer or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Arkansas or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the planning and design of roadway projects, including urban and rural highways, interchanges, and municipal roadways.
• Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, and construction documents in accordance with client and regulatory standards (e.g., DOT guidelines).
• Perform and oversee design calculations, including horizontal and vertical alignments, drainage considerations, and roadway geometrics.
• Develop cost estimates and assist with project budgeting, scheduling, and resource coordination.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (traffic, bridge, drainage, survey, and environmental) to deliver cohesive project solutions.
• Communicate with clients, stakeholders, and project teams throughout the project lifecycle, including participation in meetings and presentations.
• Support or lead project management efforts, including tracking progress, managing deliverables, and ensuring quality and timeliness.
• Conduct site visits and field observations to support design development and construction activities.

Skills

Collaboration

Ownership

Community impact

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering (Transportation)

Tools

MicroStation OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Olsson in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Licensed Transportation Engineer - Roadway to lead planning and design of roadway projects of varying size and complexity. You will contribute technical expertise while supporting project management and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a transportation emphasis, 4+ years of experience, and PE licensure (or ability to obtain within six months).