Senior Roadway Engineer

WSP; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Senior Roadway Engineer to lead transportation projects, coordinating with clients and multi-disciplinary teams to deliver safe, cost-effective roadways, bridges, and related infrastructure. You will develop 3D models, perform analyses, and contribute to training materials while mentoring junior staff.

The role requires TDOT and municipal project experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 5 to 7 years of post-education experience in civil engineering design.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Proficiency in MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer; familiarity with TDOT Guidelines.
• Experience with TDOT and municipal design projects (highway, roadway geometry, drainage).
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles, design/build, and permitting.
• Ability to coordinate with regulators and stakeholders.
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D design models, calculations, sketches, plans, and estimates for transportation projects.
• Analyze data from surveys, GIS, subsurface utilities, maps, and geotechnical data for project development.
• Advance technologies, modeling techniques, and design requirements for safe end-user functionality.
• Provide technical assistance on engineering, design, and construction issues.
• Maintain quality control standards aligned with company policy.
• Prepare technical reports and concise documentation using calculations and software.
• Assist with writing design training manuals and workflow documentation.
• Assist with risk identification and design concepts, remediation activities.
• Inspect proposed and existing site conditions to ensure compliance with rules and permits.
• Prepare technical proposals, scoping, and labor estimates.
• Collaborate with multi-discipline teams and interface with clients and regulators.
• Support business development initiatives and project meetings.
• Adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and policies.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Team collaboration

Technical writing

Detail-oriented

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Engineer in Training Certification

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Roadway Engineer to support our Transportation Team!

This position sits out of our Knoxville, TN.

This Opportunity

The candidate would lead project tasks or assist project managers with project coordination and collaboration efforts for various transportation engineering projects in both the public and private sectors. Tasks may include assistance with the research, conceptual development, design, and constructability of roads, drainage systems, ITS, and bridges. Other tasks may include generating accurate and concise training and workflow documentation regarding standardized design software and specifications. This position is best suited for a senior-level career transportation engineer who is seeking an opportunity to be a part of a growing organization that works collaboratively to provide innovative solutions for our clients with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.

Your Impact

• Perform professional civil engineering work which includes development of 3D design models, calculations, sketches, plans, and estimates for various transportation improvement projects, including new/widened roadways, intersection improvements, bike and pedestrian facilities.
• Analyze data from surveys, GIS data, subsurface utility information, maps, geotechnical data, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.
• Assist with the development of technologies, modeling techniques, design requirements, and operating strategies to account for the safety and functionality of end-users, transportation vehicles/systems, and incorporate future-ready solutions with civil engineering design standards.
• Verify the characteristics of a site and provide technical assistance on various engineering, design, and construction issues.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures that align with company policy.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and presentations, that include summarizing research with findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using calculations, electronic systems, spreadsheets, and software.
• Assist technical staff with writing/reviewing design training manuals and workflow documentation to further advance the engineering industry.
• Assist technical staff and project managers with risk identification and assessment, offering input and analysis with design concepts, construction, mitigation and improvement activities, and remediation projects.
• Assist with inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, resources, infrastructure, and transportation channels to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.
• Assist with preparation of technical proposals, scoping, and labor estimates.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multi-discipline team of engineers to execute project work on various projects.
• Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects.
• Interface with clients as needed and support business development initiatives.
• Regularly coordinate and communicate with project teams, manager, and civil team. Attend and participate in project team meetings.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or closely related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 5 to 7 years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior civil design experience.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Proficiency in MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer software; familiarity with TDOT Design Guidelines and Standards.
• Experience with design teams on TDOT and municipal projects (highway, roadway geometric design, roadway plan production, and drainage design).
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues, plus desire to learn new technologies.
• Experience with infrastructure planning, design, and construction, including rehabilitation and new design.
• Ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
• Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, accuracy, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineering Licensure
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.