Sr. Transportation/Highway Engineer

Short-Elliott-Hendrickson, Incorporated; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned

Career development

Work-life balance

Paid Family Leave

Job summary

SEH is seeking a Sr. Transportation/Highway Engineer to join our transportation team in Minnesota. You will plan, coordinate, and lead multiple highway design projects for a variety of clients, maintaining strong client relationships from planning through post-completion.

The role requires PE licensure in Minnesota, strong communication abilities, and a track record in highway design and MN DOT projects. Collaboration with staff and continuing professional development are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Minnesota.
• Ability to travel as needed for team meetings, client consultations, and site visits.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with highway design and MN DOT project construction.
• Design experience in Microstation/GeoPak/ORD (Open Roads Designer).

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and direct multiple projects for diverse clients.
• Maintain relationships with clients throughout project lifecycle and post-completion.
• Mentor staff and foster a positive project team environment.
• Ensure QA/QC procedures and regulatory requirements are followed.
• Represent SEH at project and public meetings; prepare scopes and fees.
• Lead proposal development and client interviews; assemble project teams.

Skills

Highway design

Team collaboration

Communication skills

MNDOT projects experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microstation/GeoPak/ORD (Open Roads Designer)

Job description

Introduction

Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us. You belong at SEH SEH is currenting searching for a Sr. Transportation/Highway Engineer to join our talented Transportation team!

Why our employee-owners love SEH: "I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!" – GIS Analyst "What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one-on-one conversations ranging from 'How are you?' to 'What do you think would help the company?' SEH, that's who." – Civil Engineering Technician "Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!" – Sr Financial Analyst "It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!" – Civil Engineer "This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit!" – Sr Mechanical Engineer

Why you’ll love SEH

Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company’s success
Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice

Job Posting

What you will be doing

• Work and learn from some of our award-winning transportation team leaders: WTS Minnesota Woman of the Year, ASCE MN Outstanding Engineer of the Year and the 2025 Young Transportation Professional of the Year
• Planning, developing, coordinating, and directing multiple projects for a variety of clients
• Maintaining close relationships with clients throughout development of projects and after completion
• Managing, mentoring, and working with staff as needed to provide a positive team environment
• Maintaining an understanding of relevant regulatory programs, funding requirements, design standards and procedures through active participation in continuing education programs and professional associations
• Representing SEH with agencies at project and public meetings
• Prepare project approaches, scopes and fees required to complete projects
• Present proposals to clients, interview for projects, and select project teams
• Determining major project design decisions in conjunction with client
• Performing complex design calculations
• Checking accuracy of completed work and being responsible for ensuring QA/QC procedures are followed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Minnesota
• Ability to travel as needed for team meetings, client consultations, business development excursions, on-site inspections/visits, occasional overnight travel may be required
• Strong ability to work in a team environment
• Experience in highway design and construction of MNDOT projectsMust possess strong written and verbal communication skills
• Design experience in any of these; Microstation/GeoPak/ORD (Open Roads Designer)

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of two (2) years of managing project design teams
• A minimum of six (6) years design experience
• Supervisory and/or mentoring experience in the related field
• Active participation in professional organizations, conferences and technical publications
• Previous experience with a Civil Engineering Consulting firm doing design or project management

Who We Are

Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us.

Base compensation

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $95,000 and $140,000 based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at SEH Hiring Journey.

Due to current business and operational considerations

Due to current business and operational considerations, unable to hire employees residing in the following states at this time: AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, and PR. Candidates willing to relocate should indicate this in their application.

Work authorization

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SEH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Notice to Third Party Agencies: SEH does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by SEH’s Talent Director, SEH reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies. #LI-GR1

Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us.