Roadway Design Engineer - Dayton, OH

LJB Inc.; Miamisburg (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Flexibility

Mobility

Job summary

A national engineering firm is seeking an experienced Roadway Design Engineer for its Transportation Practice in Miamisburg, Ohio. This role involves performing engineering design tasks across various phases of roadway projects, mentoring junior engineers, and developing specifications and cost estimates. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, PE preferred, and at least 4 years of experience in transportation and roadway design. Competitive compensation and flexible work options are offered.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive engineering experience with broad knowledge in transportation and roadway design.
• Experience with DOT design projects required.
• Ability to obtain PE within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering design tasks for roadway projects from preliminary to final design.
• Develop specifications, cost estimates, and prepare final bid packages.
• Coordinate design activities between design staff, subcontractors, and client managers.

Skills

Engineering design

Transportation design knowledge

Mentoring junior engineers

Cost estimation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Tools

Micro Station

Geopak

OpenRoads Designer (ORD)

Job description

Join a Growing National Engineering Firm Shaping the Future of Infrastructure!

As a growing, forward‑thinking firm, LJB Inc. is expanding its impact across the country by delivering innovative, community‑focused engineering solutions. Founded in 1966, we specialize in civil and structural engineering, with additional expertise in geospatial, safety, and environmental services. Our broad technical capabilities and diverse client base have allowed us to deliver successful projects in all 50 states and several countries.

Within the Transportation Practice, LJB has spent more than five decades designing infrastructure that connects people, supports communities, and improves quality of life. As a full‑service team, we bring deep technical expertise and a collaborative mindset to every project—creating safe, efficient, and forward‑thinking transportation solutions.

We are currently seeking an experienced Roadway Design Engineer to support and grow our Transportation Practice in our Dayton, Ohio office. We are open to fully remote candidates who are located in Ohio.

Annual Compensation: $90,000—125,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

Benefits: Paid time off, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, flexibility, and mobility.

Essential Functions

• Perform engineering design tasks for roadway projects from preliminary to final design.
• Develop specifications, cost estimates, and prepare final bid packages.
• Mentor and assist junior engineers in developing final design plans (including cross‑sections, traffic control, drainage, signing and pavement markings plans).
• Coordinate design activities and meetings between design staff, subcontractors, and client managers.

Additional Responsibilities and Duties

• Participate in project decisions regarding technical approaches, cost, and scheduling performance.
• Identify schedule and cost variance and develop/implement recommendations for corrective action.
• Actively participate and serve in leadership positions in transportation‑related organizations such as ASHE, ASCE, DBIA, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering required.
• PE preferred. Successful candidates will have their PE or the ability to obtain PE within 1 year of hire.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive engineering experience with broad knowledge in transportation and roadway design.
• Experience working with DOT design projects required; experience with NCDOT or ODOT is a plus.
• Micro Station, Geopak, and OpenRoads Designer (ORD) design software experience preferred.

LJB offers competitive compensation packages and is an equal‑opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed.

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