Senior Highway Design Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Wellness programs

401k match

Flexible schedules

Extensive PTO

Grant programs

Job summary

Jobot, an established civil engineering firm headquartered in Columbus, OH, is seeking a Senior Highway Engineer to join our growing Transportation Planning and Design team in Columbus. You will contribute to all project phases, from concept through final plan preparation, delivering highway designs and coordinating with regulatory agencies and utilities.

Requirements include a Civil Engineering degree and PE in Ohio, 8–10 years of civil experience, and proficiency with CAD/design software

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• 8–10 years of civil engineering experience, with highway/ODOT exposure.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities for project reviews.

Responsibilities

• Lead highway design projects from concept to final plans.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies and utilities throughout project lifecycle.
• Review plans and calculations, mentoring junior staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Leadership for technical lead

Time management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Ohio

Tools

MicroStation

GEOPAK/OpenRoads Designer

Job description

New Opportunity - Established civil engineering firm headquartered in Columbus, OH looking for a Senior Highway Engineer to join their growing team in Columbus, OH

Salary: $125,000 - $140,000 per year

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

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.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.