Staff Engineer 1 – Roadway Design

Tighe & Bond; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 68,022 - 89,279; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Best in Class Medical Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Tighe & Bond is seeking a Staff Engineer 1 to join their Transportation and Roadway Design team in Westfield, MA. This role involves assisting in the design of roadway infrastructure, performing site visits, and working collaboratively with senior engineers on vital infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, have passed their FE Exam, and possess strong interests in transportation design. Tighe & Bond offers a hybrid work environment with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Passed your FE Exam and obtained your EIT certification.
• Strong interest in roadway and transportation design.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of roadway infrastructure including alignments.
• Prepare engineering drawings, reports, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Support senior engineers in meeting project goals.
• Perform site visits to collect field data.

Skills

Strong interest in roadway and transportation design

Effective communication and organizational skills

Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field

Passed FE Exam and obtained EIT certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a Staff Engineer 1, you will join our Roadway Design team in our Westfield, MA office, where you’ll play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you’ll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond, you’ll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development.

Our Transportation Team and ProjectsOur transportation team is more than just a group of engineers, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and creators of safe, efficient infrastructure. With nearly 50 professionals, we work on projects that shape the future of transportation across the Northeast, collaborating with state DOTs, municipalities, and private clients to make travel safer and more accessible. Whether it’s designing roads, bridges, or multimodal systems, we ensure our designs are sustainable, cost-effective, and forward-thinking.

Responsibilities, Requirements, and Total Rewards

What You’ll Be Doing

As a valuable part of our Transportation and Roadway Design, a Staff Engineer 1 will support a variety of projects and gain hands‑on experience with responsibilities such as:

• Assist in the design of roadway infrastructure including alignments, grading, drainage, and traffic control
• Prepare engineering drawings, reports, specifications, and cost estimates
• Support senior engineers in meeting project goals and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal standards
• Assist with drainage modeling, traffic control planning, and design documentation
• Perform site visits to collect field data and support construction activities
• Use CAD software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation) to prepare and revise design plans
• Help review contractor submittals, RFIs, and support construction administration tasks
• Coordinate with internal teams, municipalities, and regulatory agencies during design and permitting

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Passed your FE Exam and obtained your EIT certification, or planning to within the next 6 months
• Strong interest in roadway and transportation design
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation
• Basic knowledge of AASHTO, MUTCD, or state DOT standards
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn, collaborate, and take initiative in a team environment

Preferred Requirements

• Master's degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering
• Experience or coursework related to corridor modeling in Civil 3D
• Exposure to fieldwork, including inspections or data collection
• Understanding of common project delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, etc.)
• Interest in obtaining a PE license and engaging in professional development

Your Financial and Wellness Benefits

• Compensation is based on skills and experience as reflected in the pay range below
• Annual Bonus, Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Best in Class Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Wellness Rewards and Reimbursements
• Tuition Reimbursement and Qualified Student Loan Paydown Contributions
• Reimbursements for Licensure/ Certification Preparation and Fees
• Summer Fridays Flextime and Hybrid Work Environment
• Pet Insurance and Child Adoption Assistance

Equal Opportunity Employer StatementWe are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Tighe & Bond, Inc. will base decisions on employment to further the principle of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to basing judgments concerning the employment of individuals on their qualifications, abilities, skills and experience. If accommodation is needed during the application process, please contact a member of the talent acquisition team.

Pay Range

USD $68,022.00 - USD $89,279.00 /Yr.