Transportation Design Engineer

CBS Squared Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Generous PTO

401k with match

Flexible schedule

Growth opportunities

Job summary

CBS² is seeking a Transportation Design Engineer to support Minnesota roadway and transportation projects from our Minneapolis office. The role emphasizes hands‑on design, plan preparation, and MnDOT‑aligned deliverables using OpenRoads Designer.

Ideal candidates will have a civil engineering degree and up to 4 years’ experience with roadway design, plan prep, quantities, and documentation. EIT/PE licensure path is encouraged and collaboration with PMs and staff is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• 0–4 years in roadway design/transportation engineering.
• Engineer‑in‑Training or path toward licensure (EIT/PE).
• Experience with roadway design, plan prep, quantities, and construction docs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; strong Excel for quantities and docs.
• Ability to incorporate redlines, resolve comments, and support deliverables.
• Attention to detail, communication, organization, teamwork, problem‑solving.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands‑on roadway design work using OpenRoads Designer.
• Prepare and update roadway plans, profiles, sections, and exhibits.
• Support plan prep, sheet setup, redline incorporation, comment resolution.
• Develop roadway design components: alignments, corridors, surfaces, drainage.
• Assist with quantity calculations, cost estimates, and documentation in Excel.
• Apply MnDOT standards and project workflows to tasks.
• Coordinate with project managers, leaders, technicians, and staff.

Skills

Civil design software

OpenRoads Designer

Excel for quantities

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Job description

CBS² is currently recruiting for a Transportation Design Engineer reporting to the MN Roadway Design Team Leader.

At CBS², we are a dynamic, woman-owned small business that thrives on innovation and collaboration, fostering a culture where every team member’s voice is valued and empowered.

We specialize in providing top‑notch architectural, engineering, surveying, construction management, and grant writing services dedicated to positively impacting our communities and environment through exceptional quality and performance.

CBS² is seeking an energetic, highly motivated, detail-oriented, self‑starter to join our team as a Transportation Design Engineer. This is a full‑time role based out of our Minneapolis office. We can consider candidates in any of our other four locations if preferred.

The Design Engineer will support Minnesota roadway and transportation projects through hands‑on design, plan preparation, quantity calculations, redline updates, and technical project support. This role will work heavily in OpenRoads Designer to develop roadway design elements, prepare plan sets, incorporate comments, and support project deliverables in alignment with MnDOT standards and expectations. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to high‑quality, community‑focused transportation solutions while building deep technical design expertise.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform hands‑on roadway design work for Minnesota transportation projects using OpenRoads Designer and related design tools.
• Prepare and update roadway plans, profiles, typical sections, cross sections, details, exhibits, and other project deliverables.
• Support plan preparation activities, including sheet setup, design revisions, redline incorporation, and comment resolution.
• Develop and revise roadway design components such as alignments, profiles, corridors, surfaces, grading, drainage‑related elements, and plan details.
• Assist with quantity calculations, construction cost estimating, and supporting documentation using Microsoft Excel and related tools.
• Apply MnDOT standards, plan development expectations, and roadway design guidance to project work.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Roadway Design Team Leaders, technicians, and other technical staff to support project schedules and deliverables.
• Review design work for accuracy, consistency, and completeness before internal review.
• Support limited traffic‑related design tasks as needed, while primarily focusing on roadway engineering and design.
• Use Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, and related tools to support plan review, documentation, and project delivery.
• Continue developing technical design judgment, roadway design knowledge, and understanding of MnDOT project workflows.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• 0-4 years of experience in roadway design, transportation engineering, or related civil engineering work.
• Engineer‑in‑Training certification, or ability and willingness to pursue EIT/PE licensure path.
• Experience or strong familiarity with roadway design, plan preparation, quantities, and construction documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including strong Excel skills for quantities and project documentation.
• Ability to incorporate redlines, resolve plan comments, and support accurate project deliverables.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, organization, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project managers, design leaders, engineers, and technicians.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Familiarity with MnDOT standards, project delivery expectations, or roadway design processes.
• Working knowledge of OpenRoads Designer or strong ability to develop proficiency in ORD roadway design workflows.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and related transportation design tools.
• Exposure to traffic‑related design tasks, such as signing, striping, signals, lighting, or traffic plan support.
• Experience preparing plan sets, quantities, cost estimates, technical documentation, or project exhibits.
• Familiarity with roadway corridor modeling, alignments, profiles, cross sections, and grading workflows.
• Previous internship, co‑op, consulting, construction, or transportation‑related project experience.
• Interest in continuing to grow into a stronger technical roadway design role over time.
• Previous experience working in a consulting engineering environment.

What’s In It For You

• Supportive and laid‑back family culture
• Benefits – 100% paid premiums for medical, vision and dental
• Generous PTO – minimum of 4 weeks to start
• 401k Safe Harbor plan
• Flexible work schedule
• Growth opportunities!

We are not accepting unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third‑party recruiters, agencies, or search firms for this position.

Please note

CBS² is not able to provide employment‑based visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future. Candidates must have current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

CBS² is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

CBS² is committed to taking affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity in all employment practices, including hiring, promotion, compensation, training, and other terms and conditions of employment.