Roadway Design Engineering Specialist

STV, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 83,979 - 95,976; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

STV, Inc. is seeking a Roadway Engineering Specialist in Pennsylvania to design and refine 3D roadway models using MicroStation Inroads and OpenRoads Designer. The role supports transportation projects across multiple PA locations, including Philadelphia.

The position emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, producing detailed drawings and specifications, and ensuring compliance with PennDOT, AASHTO, and FHWA standards. Experience with traffic control and ITS is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Master’s degree is a plus.
• FE exam completed or passed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine 3D models, alignments, profiles, corridors, and cross-sections for transportation projects.
• Mentor and train junior engineers in highway geometry and modeling software.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate design elements into project plans.
• Prepare detailed drawings, plans, and specifications for roadway, highway, and transit projects.
• Conduct design reviews, constructability checks, and quality control.
• Prepare project reports, presentations, and client communications for effective delivery.
• Stay current with OpenRoads software trends and apply improvements to projects.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Transportation Engineering

MicroStation Inroads

OpenRoads Designer

FE Exam

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (plus)

FE exam completed

Tools

MicroStation Inroads

Bentley OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Roadway Engineering Specialists

STV currently has openings for a Roadway Engineering Specialist to join our Pennsylvania Transportation group. You can be based in Douglassville, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, or Philadelphia.

STV is seeking an experienced and motivated Roadway Engineering Specialist with extensive expertise in MicroStation Inroads software. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of roadway, highway, and transit projects, contributing to innovative design solutions that meet the highest quality standards, budget constraints, and project schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine 3D models, alignments, profiles, corridors, and cross-sections for transportation projects.
• Mentor and train junior engineers in highway geometry and effective use of modeling software.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to integrate design elements into comprehensive project plans.
• Prepare detailed drawings, plans, and technical specifications for roadway, highway, and transit infrastructure projects.
• Conduct thorough design reviews, constructability assessments, and quality control checks to ensure designs align with project objectives and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to the preparation of project reports, presentations, and client communications to ensure effective project delivery.
• Stay current with industry trends, software advancements, and best practices related to OpenRoads, applying new knowledge to enhance project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field.
• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering is a plus.
• Successful completion of the FE exam.
• Strong proficiency in MicroStation Inroads with Bentley’s OpenRoads Designer being a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in transportation engineering, focusing on roadway design, alignment optimization, and geometric design.
• Experience with signing, pavement marking, and traffic control plan development.
• Traffic signal and ITS design experience is a plus.
• Stormwater management and erosion and sedimentation control design and permitting is a plus.
• Familiarity with design standards and guidelines, including PennDOT, AASHTO, and FHWA.
• Strong technical skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication skills, teamwork, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Professional society membership and involvement is a plus.

Compensation Range

$83,978.91 - $95,975.90

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good‑faith salary estimate for this position. The final salary offered may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including geography, education, experience, and certifications.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back‑Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships