Senior Highway Engineer

Modjeski-and-Master; Edwardsville (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Annual bonus program

9 paid holidays

Competitive PTO

Job summary

Modjeski and Masters in Edwardsville, IL is seeking a Senior Highway Design Engineer with 10+ years of experience to lead the planning, design and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects for public agencies. The role requires a PE license in Illinois or Missouri (or reciprocity), strong leadership, and proficiency with MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer and AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Full-time with hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• BSCE from ABET-accredited program with emphasis in highway/transportation engineering.
• PE license in IL or MO or ability to obtain reciprocity in a reasonable timeframe.
• SE preferred.
• Experience leading design and delivery of transportation projects for public agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and delivery of highway projects for state, municipal, and local agencies.
• Manage scopes, schedules, budgets, and technical deliverables with a focus on quality.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and design staff.
• Direct the preparation of plans, specifications, engineering reports, and cost estimates.
• Oversee roadway geometrics, drainage, pavement design, intersections, ADA, signing, markings, TMPs.
• Coordinate with subconsultants for survey, geotechnical, traffic, and environmental services.
• Serve as primary contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Contribute to pursuits with proposals, statements of qualifications, scopes of work, and fee estimates.

Skills

Highway design

Transportation engineering

Project management

Leadership

Client interaction

Education

ABET-accredited BSCE

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Job Details

Level: Senior

Job Location: Edwardsville IL - Edwardsville, IL 62025

Position Type: Full Time

The Edwardsville, IL office of Modjeski and Masters is seeking a Senior Highway Design Engineer with at least 10 years of experience in the planning, design, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available.

What We're Looking For

• Senior-level engineer with 10+ years of progressive experience in highway and transportation engineering design.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university with an emphasis in Highway or Transportation Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Illinois or Missouri required, or the ability to obtain reciprocity within a reasonable timeframe.
• SE Preferred
• Demonstrated experience leading the design and delivery of transportation projects for public agency clients.
• Strong knowledge of IDOT and/or MoDOT design standards, procedures, and project delivery requirements.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary project tasks, budgets, schedules, and technical teams.
• Proficiency with MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and related transportation design software.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with clients, agency representatives, and project stakeholders.

What You'll Do

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery of highway and transportation projects for state, municipal, and local agency clients.
• Manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and technical deliverables while ensuring quality and client satisfaction.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and design staff.
• Direct the preparation of plans, specifications, engineering reports, and cost estimates.
• Oversee design activities involving roadway geometrics, drainage systems, pavement design, intersections, ADA compliance, permanent signing, pavement marking, traffic control, and Transportation Management Plans (TMPs).
• Coordinate with subconsultants providing survey, geotechnical, traffic engineering, and environmental services.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders.
• Participate in project pursuits, including preparation of technical proposals, statements of qualifications, scopes of work, and fee estimates.
• Support business development initiatives and contribute to the continued growth of M&M's transportation practice.
• Perform occasional field investigations and site visits as required.
• Collaborate with bridge, structural, environmental, and other multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated transportation solutions.

Why Join Us

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Hybrid work environment
  • Annual bonus program
• Eligible employees receive cash bonuses based on individual and company performance
• 9 paid holidays
• Competitive PTO program
  • Starting at 17 days annually
  • Additional accrual based on years of service
• Comprehensive cafeteria-style benefits package, including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Group Term Life Insurance
  • Basic Life and Accident Disability Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Short-Term Disability Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Identity Protection Services
  • Optional Dependent Life Insurance
  • Additional voluntary benefit options

Who We Are

Modjeski and Masters (M&M) is a nationally recognized transportation engineering firm with a strong bridge engineering heritage. For more than 130 years, we have delivered innovative engineering solutions and have been entrusted with the design, inspection, rehabilitation, and maintenance of some of the nation's most notable transportation structures.

Our highway engineering professionals support a diverse range of projects, from complex urban interchanges and roadway corridors to bridge approaches and multimodal transportation improvements. As a Senior Highway Design Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping transportation infrastructure projects, leading multidisciplinary teams, mentoring emerging professionals, and developing innovative solutions that address our clients' most challenging transportation needs.

This position offers an outstanding opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, build client relationships, and advance your leadership career within a respected and growing engineering organization.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Modjeski and Masters is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/M/F/D/V).