Transportation Design Engineer - Hybrid (Highway/Urban)

Apex Engineering Group, Inc.; Saint Cloud (MN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan with employer match and–

Paid parental leave

FSAs and HSAs

Paid time off

Disability coverage

Employee wellness program

Job summary

Apex Engineering Group, Inc. seeks a Design Engineer to join the Transportation Group. This flexible role can be performed from any Apex office or hybrid, supporting highway and urban roadway projects from planning through design and construction.

The engineer will contribute to plans, specifications and construction observations, while collaborating with project teams. The role may lead to project management duties and client liaison responsibilities as experience grows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering required.
• MN or ND Professional Engineers License preferred or ability to be licensed in MN or ND within 6-12 months required.
• 5 or more years of highway/roadway design experience preferred.
• Knowledge of MNDOT or NDDOT design and project development process preferred.
• Proficiency in Bentley OpenRoads Designer and MicroStation Connect. Corridor modeling and design software is highly preferred.
• Ability to work in other civil design software platforms (i.e., AutoCAD / Civil 3D) a plus.
• Experience in designing municipal/urban projects with underground utilities is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Must be detail orientated, self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• A valid driver's license is required or the ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional civil engineering services for clients by providing: planning, design, specifications, plans, reports, construction observation and project management.
• Delegate and supervise project tasks to CADD Technicians, Graduate Engineers and Field Technicians on the project team.
• Communicate frequently and effectively with supervisors and project managers on a consistent basis by providing updates and progress during all phases of projects.
• Attend company meetings, project meetings and client meetings on a regular basis.
• This position will require a role in preparing proposals and participating in interviews for securing work for the firm. Responsibilities for business development will increase with experience and mentoring by senior staff.
• This position may lead to a more prominent role as a Project Manager and Client Manager which will include becoming responsible for project budgets and financial performance.
• Effective communication skills with the public will be required in settings such as public involvement meetings, informational meetings, construction notifications, etc.
• This position will require the initiative to think independently and make rational judgment calls.
• Expect to take on and understand the role of the project engineer and the owner’s on-site representative on construction projects.
• Continue to learn and proficiently utilize Computer Aided Design and Drafting software to prepare plan documents.
• Understand and follow company CADD procedures and client CADD procedures when required
• Understand and follow company employee handbook and mandated safety policies.
• Perform responsibilities in a conscientious, legal and ethical manner with a strong attention to detail.
• Participate in professional organizations and community leadership programs.
• Travel and out of town stays will be required; Expect to work overtime, especially during the construction season.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

5+ years highway/roadway design

Excellent written and verbal skills

Detail oriented

Interpersonal and organizational

Driver's license

Education

B.S. Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer license MN/ND

Tools

Bentley OpenRoads Designer

MicroStation Connect

AutoCAD / Civil 3D

Job description

Apex Engineering Group, Inc. seeks a Design Engineer to join the Transportation Group. This flexible role can be performed from any Apex office or hybrid, supporting highway and urban roadway projects from planning through design and construction.

The engineer will contribute to plans, specifications and construction observations, while collaborating with project teams. The role may lead to project management duties and client liaison responsibilities as experience grows.