Senior Highway Design Engineer

Leoforce; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Wellness programs

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Extensive PTO

Grant programs

Job summary

Leoforce in Columbus, OH is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer, PE to join our Transportation Planning and Design team. You will contribute to all phases of project development, applying advanced drafting and engineering techniques to deliver tailored solutions for our clients.

The role focuses on highway/roadway design, drainage, plan reviews, and coordination with regulatory agencies. You will mentor staff and work on diverse projects across local, state, and federal levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, with a focus in Transportation Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Ohio.
• 8–10 years of civil engineering experience required; prior experience with ODOT projects strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to all phases of project development, from concept through final plan preparation.
• Design highway and roadway layouts, drainage, and interchanges.
• Review plans and coordinate with regulatory agencies and utilities.
• Mentor junior staff and gain hands-on experience across a range of projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

PE license (Ohio)

Tools

MicroStation

GEOPAK/OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Senior Level
Salary: $125,000 - $140,000 per year

Job Details

Desired Skills

• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and follow-up abilities.
• Flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and project needs.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly express technical ideas.
• Proven strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Creative use of technology to enhance tasks and solve problems.
• Ability to serve as a technical lead within a team, including review of plans and calculations.
• Skilled in managing multiple priorities and deadlines through effective planning and time management.
• Proficiency with CAD and design software, including MicroStation and GEOPAK/OpenRoads Designer (ORD).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, with a focus in Transportation Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Ohio.
• 8–10 years of civil engineering experience required; prior experience with ODOT projects strongly preferred.

A bit about us:

We are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer, PE to join our expanding Transportation Planning and Design team in Columbus, OH.

In this role, you will contribute to all phases of project development, from concept through final plan preparation, utilizing advanced drafting and engineering design techniques to deliver tailored solutions for our clients. Typical projects include highway and roadway design, interchange layouts, drainage systems, plan reviews, and coordination with regulatory agencies and utility providers.

As part of our team, you will benefit from dedicated mentorship while gaining hands-on experience across a wide range of projects—from large-scale roadway initiatives to municipal and county-level improvements—ensuring both variety and professional growth.

The sectors served include Local, State, and Federal Government; Commercial and Industrial enterprises; Higher Education and K-12 institutions; Healthcare facilities; Hospitality industry; Railroad operations (Class 1, Regional, Local Line Haul, and Switching/Terminal); Residential developments; and Utilities and Energy sectors.

Why join us?

• medical, dental, and vision
• wellness programs with annual reimbursement for health expenses
• generous 401k match
• flexible schedules
• extensive PTO
• grant programs