Roadway Design Engineer

Stantec; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Roadway Design Engineer to join our transportation team in Charleston, SC or Columbia, SC. The role involves developing design plans for transportation projects and coordinating with multiple disciplines to deliver quality work.

The candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of transportation infrastructure experience and a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil Engineering, with EIT/EI preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of transportation infrastructure experience with a BS or MS in Civil Engineering.
• EIT or EI certification preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Bentley MicroStation and ORD is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development of design plans for transportation projects.
• Coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines and drafters.
• Perform engineering calculations and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Collaborate with design team to deliver projects on schedule.
• Learn from senior project engineers or project managers.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

MS in Civil Engineering (optional)

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer (ORD)

Job description

Overview

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation. Do you see your career as a highway to a brighter future? Join our roadways team to drive forth our economies, our societies, and your career.

Your Opportunity

Stantec’s growing transportation practice is looking for a Roadway Design Engineer. This role may sit in either Charleston, SC or Columbia, SC. Join our full-service team that is successfully delivering quality plans for SCDOT, local governments, and private developers. Grow your career and expand your knowledge with Stantec! Get the chance to work on a variety of transportation improvement projects with Stantec’s structural engineers, traffic engineers, roadway engineers, transportation planners and environmental scientists.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of design plans for transportation projects.
• Support and coordinate work with multiple engineering disciplines, as well as drafting/CADD work for the project.
• Perform engineering calculations, interpret engineering drawings and specifications, and assist with proposal preparation.
• Work with a team of designers to successfully deliver projects.
• Learn from senior project engineers or project managers.

Capabilities and Credentials

• Self-starter with the ability to work with a team.
• Proficiency with Bentley’s MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer (ORD) software.
• Good communication skills, multi-tasking, attentiveness to detail.
• Open to learning new skills and interface with multiple project managers.
• EIT or EI certificate is preferred.

Education and Experience

• Minimum 2 years of transportation infrastructure experience with a Bachelor of Science or a Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Experience with conventional types of plans, investigations, surveys, structures, or equipment.

Position Details

Position will primarily work in an office setting; may require out-of-office meetings or travel.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accident insurance, disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid family leave. Employees receive ten paid holidays, accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days, and are eligible for paid sick leave. Temporary or casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave. Benefits may differ for union positions.

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. Certain roles are bonus eligible. Part‑time roles are pro‑rated for working hours.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.