Senior Transportation Project Engineer - Roadway Design (PE)

Ardurra Group; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardurra is seeking a motivated Transportation Project Engineer to join our growing Transportation team. This role focuses on planning, design, and delivery of highway and local roadway projects for public sector clients, including state DOTs, counties, and municipalities.

The ideal candidate will contribute technically in roadway design, manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced consulting environment, and support project coordination from concept through PS&E, with a PE license or the ability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• PE license required or able to obtain within 6 months if already licensed in another state.
• 5–15+ years of experience in transportation/ roadway engineering design.
• Proficiency in roadway design software including MicroStation, Synchro, ArcGIS.
• Strong understanding of AASHTO design guidelines and state DOT standards.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced consulting environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support the geometric design of highways, arterials, collectors, and local roadways.
• Prepare detailed construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates (PS&E).
• Develop horizontal and vertical alignments, typical sections, and cross sections.
• Perform drainage design coordination and grading tied to roadway improvements.
• Utilize design software to produce 3D roadway models and plan sets.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including traffic, drainage, utilities, geotechnical, and structures.
• Ensure designs comply with AASHTO, MUTCD, and applicable state/local DOT standards.
• Support client coordination, project scheduling, and task management.
• Review plans and calculations for quality assurance and adherence to standards.
• Provide construction support, including RFIs, submittal reviews, and field coordination.

Skills

Roadway design

Project coordination

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Synchro

ArcGIS

Traffic analysis

Job description

Ardurra is seeking a Transportation Project Engineer to join our team!

At Ardurra, we’re more than an engineering and consulting firm—we’re a team dedicated to shaping the future through smart solutions and strong partnerships. Our mission is simple: empower our people to deliver innovative, sustainable projects that make a real impact on communities. Guided by our core values—Client Driven, Uniquely Nimble, Low Bureaucracy, Team Collaboration, Unlimited Opportunities, Relationship Focused, and Entrepreneurial Spirit—we foster a culture that puts people first.

Primary Function

This role focuses on the planning, design, and delivery of highway and local roadway projects for public sector clients including state DOTs, counties, and municipalities. The ideal candidate is a strong technical contributor with experience in roadway design and a passion for delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions that improve mobility, safety, and community connectivity. Position is available out of Salt Lake City Utah, Boise Idaho, Spokane Washington or Coeur d’Alene Idaho.

Primary Duties:

• Lead or support the geometric design of highways, arterials, collectors, and local roadways
• Prepare detailed construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates (PS&E)
• Develop horizontal and vertical alignments, typical sections, and cross sections
• Perform drainage design coordination and grading tied to roadway improvements
• Utilize design software to produce 3D roadway models and plan sets
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including traffic, drainage, utilities, geotechnical, and structures
• Ensure designs comply with AASHTO, MUTCD, and applicable state/local DOT standards
• Support client coordination, project scheduling, and task management
• Review plans and calculations for quality assurance and adherence to standards
• Provide construction support, including RFIs, submittal reviews, and field coordination

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (required or ability to obtain within 6 months if already licensed in another state)
• 5-15+ years of experience in transportation/roadway engineering design
• Proficiency in roadway design software including:
• Experience developing plan & profile sheets, cross sections, and corridor models
• Strong understanding of AASHTO design guidelines and state DOT standards
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced consulting environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. The expected salary range for this position is $100,000 to $150,000 annually. The firm also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k)-retirement savings plan.

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

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