Roadway Design Engineer – Entry to Mid-Level Growth

DJ&A; Washington; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DJ&A in Vancouver, WA is seeking an entry to mid-level Transportation Design Engineer to contribute to road, highway and trail design across the western U.S. This role offers a path from initial responsibility to independent project delivery within a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate will have 1–10 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a drive to learn while working on diverse infrastructure projects. Occasional travel and office-based field support are required.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field preferred.
• Relevant experience in transportation design may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Familiarity with AASHTO, MUTCD, NACTO, and State DOT design manuals.

Responsibilities

• Support transportation engineering designs for Local, State, and Federal agencies.
• Provide support for construction administration (in-office and occasional on-site).
• Participate in the design and delivery of roadway infrastructure projects that vary in size and complexity.
• Work on multidisciplinary teams in both support and lead roles.
• Utilize design software, including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or Bentley MicroStation ORD, to support project design tasks.
• Perform detailed CAD-based design, including roadway geometric design and corridor modeling.
• Prepare project deliverables, including quantity calculations, cost estimates, specifications, and construction schedules.
• Perform quality control checks, ensure code and design standard compliance, and follow QA/QC procedures.
• This position may require occasional travel, including overnight and weekend stays, primarily for construction inspection and site visits. While the primary role is office based, flexibility to support fieldwork is essential.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation OpenRoads

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Planning & organization

Self-motivated

Team collaboration across locations

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Job description

DJ&A in Vancouver, WA is seeking an entry to mid-level Transportation Design Engineer to contribute to road, highway and trail design across the western U.S. This role offers a path from initial responsibility to independent project delivery within a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate will have 1–10 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a drive to learn while working on diverse infrastructure projects. Occasional travel and office-based field support are required.