Professional Engineer I, Design - Alamosa

DGS Office of External Affairs; Alamosa (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Department of Transportation in Alamosa seeks a Professional Engineer I, Design to lead the design of transportation projects from scoping through advertisement and to prepare construction plans and specifications for highway improvements.

The role requires a current PE license, ability to manage multiple projects and staff, and to serve as CDOT's engineer of record for Region 5, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Current, valid Professional Engineer licensure from Colorado or another U.S. state (Colorado license required within six months if out-of-state)
• 3-5 years of knowledge and experience in civil or transportation engineering design and/or construction
• Proficiency with CAD software, CDOT Design Manual, AASHTO Design Guides, and related industry standards
• Ability to manage multiple projects, consultants, and stakeholders in a demanding environment
• Strong project management, communication, and technical problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Design transportation projects from scoping to advertisement
• Prepare construction plans and specifications for highway improvements
• Manage the design process and coordinate with consultants and stakeholders
• Serve as engineer of record on projects in Region 5

Skills

Project management

Communication

Technical problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Professional Engineer licensure (PE)

Tools

CAD software

CDOT Design Manual

AASHTO Design Guides

Job description

This Professional Engineer I, Design position with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) in Alamosa involves designing transportation projects, managing the design process from scoping through advertisement, and preparing construction plans and specifications for highway improvement projects. The role requires a licensed Professional Engineer to apply engineering principles and design standards, manage CAD software development, oversee lower-level staff, and serve as CDOT's engineer of record on projects throughout Region 5.

Key qualifications

• Current, valid Professional Engineer licensure from Colorado or another U.S. state (Colorado license required within six months if out-of-state)
• 3-5 years of knowledge and experience in civil or transportation engineering design and/or construction
• Proficiency with CAD software, CDOT Design Manual, AASHTO Design Guides, and related industry standards
• Ability to manage multiple projects, consultants, and stakeholders in a demanding environment
• Strong project management, communication, and technical problem-solving skills