Senior Engineering Designer

Maine; Portland, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. in Portland, Maine seeks a Senior Engineering Designer to join our Highway & Rail Team.

You will lead the preparation and development of contract and construction drawings for highway and rail projects using MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer, and mentor junior designers. The ideal candidate has an Associate’s Degree in Engineering or related field and a minimum of seven years’ experience in document production within the engineering discipline, with strong written and

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Engineering Science, or related technical field.
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in document production within the engineering discipline.
• NHDOT experience preferred.
• Proficiency in discipline-based software (MicroStation, OpenRoads) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative work ethic.
• Solid working knowledge of transportation engineering discipline.
• Ability to lead design drawing layout.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and development of contract and construction drawings for highway and rail projects using industry software such as MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer.
• Mentor junior and mid-level designers, ensuring quality and consistency across project deliverables.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to support project requirements, schedules, and budgets.
• Participate in project review meetings and support the preparation of technical reports, material costs, and construction estimates.
• Prepare project "As-Builts" documentation and support field assignments related to transportation infrastructure projects as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership/mentoring

Design drawing layout

Education

Associate's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

at CHA Consulting Inc. in Portland, Maine, United States

Job Description

US-NH-Keene | US-MA-Boston | US-MA-Burlington | US-MA-Norwell | US-CT-Hartford | US-CT-Rocky Hill | US-ME-Portland | US-RI-Providence

Join Us:

Lead Complex Transportation Design as a Senior Engineering Designer - Deliver High-Impact Highway & Rail Solutions

Are you ready to apply your design expertise to projects that strengthen mobility, improve safety, and connect communities? Do you enjoy collaborating with technical teams to develop precise, high-quality design deliverables for complex roadway and rail systems?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Engineering Designer to join our Highway & Rail Team at any of the following office locations: Keene, NH; Boston, MA; Burlington, MA; Norwell, MA; Hartford, CT; Portlnd, ME; or Providence, RI. In this role, you will support the design and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects-from roadway and interchange improvements to rail corridor upgrades-helping enhance the safe and efficient movement of people and goods.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the preparation and development of contract and construction drawings for highway and rail projects using industry software such as MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer
• Mentor junior and mid-level designers, ensuring quality and consistency across project deliverables
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to support project requirements, schedules, and budgets
• Participate in project review meetings and support the preparation of technical reports, material costs, and construction estimates
• Prepare project "As-Builts" documentation and support field assignments related to transportation infrastructure projects as needed

What You Bring:

• Associate's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Engineering Science, or related technical field required
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in document production within the engineering discipline required
• NHDOT experience preferred
• Proficiency in discipline-based software (MicroStation, OpenRoads) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative work ethic
• Solid working knowledge of transportation engineering discipline
• Ability to lead design drawing layout

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Contribute to projects that improve roadway safety, enhance mobility, and modernize transportation networks
• Collaborate on meaningful infrastructure initiatives that support economic growth and community connectivity
• Enjoy a flexible environment with opportunities to expand your technical expertise and grow your career
• Curious about the impactful work our Highway & Rail team is delivering? Explore how CHA supports transportation infrastructure projects focused on safety, efficiency, and long-term performance: chasolutions.com/solutions/transportation/.

Salary Range:

$38.46 - $45.67

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

Culture/EEO Statement:

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways - always searching, never settling - to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.
We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.