Transportation Engineer

The Osborn Engineering Company; Arkansas; On-site; USD 80,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Osborn Engineering Company seeks mid‑level Transportation Engineers to join our Columbus and/or Cleveland offices in Ohio. This role reports to the Manager of Transportation Engineering and works with directors, managers and staff to meet client needs and exceed expectations.

Active participation in designing roadway/highway projects, including alignments, modeling, and cost estimates, with opportunities across a broad transportation portfolio in an employee‑owned firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with 8–10 years related experience.
• PE License in the State of Ohio or ability to obtain PE License in six months.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with AutoCAD/Civil 3D, Microstation, Geopak; Experience in Open Roads.
• Knowledge of AASHTO, ODOT Design Criteria, and FDOT Design Criteria.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop roadway/highway improvement projects in Ohio.
• Develop horizontal and vertical roadway alignments, design modelling, and calculations.
• Prepare preliminary and detailed design plans, quantities, specs, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with clients and sub‑consultants as needed; manage design projects within budget and schedule.
• Ensure designs follow standard guidelines (ODOT and city standards).

Skills

Strong verbal and writtencommunication

Reliable

Team player

Self‑starter

Detail oriented

Innovative

Good communicator

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Microstation

Geopak

Open Roads

Microsoft Office

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Osborn Engineering is seeking mid-level Transportation Engineers to join our team for our Columbus and/or Cleveland Ohio office locations. This position will report to the Manager of Transportation Engineering and will work closely with directors, managers and engineering staff to ensure client's needs and expectations are met and exceeded in a timely fashion. Osborn is a fully integrated multi-disciplined design firm that uses a specialized team approach to engineering projects. These teams are comprised of a staff of 390 plus professionals that provide designs for all phases of a wide range of projects. Osborn has specialists in civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection and life safety, technology engineering, transportation and commissioning. As an employee-owned firm, each Osborn employee is committed to education and advancement – ensuring that each project is completed with a sense of pride. Osborn’s strength lies with its people.

Position Responsibilities

Active team member working under the direct supervision of our Senior Project Engineers and Project Manager to design and develop various types of roadway/highway improvement projects throughout the State of Ohio. Develop horizontal and vertical roadway/highway alignments, design modelling, and engineering calculations. Perform all aspects of roadway/highway design, including drainage design, maintenance of traffic, pavement marking/striping and signing. Prepare preliminary and detailed design plans, quantities, specifications, and probably construction cost estimates. Perform critical thinking in development, evaluation, selection, and modification of standards engineering techniques and procedures. May have occasional client and/or sub-consultant contact regarding current design projects. May require periodic field construction observation and responding to Request for Information during construction phase Transportation Engineers handle plans, designs, and direct engineering projects within budget and schedule and to high quality standards. They are able to design and apply ODOT and/or various city standards and specifications, including but not limited to, Location and Design Manual, the Traffic Engineering Manual; Standard Construction Drawings and other design documents.

Job Requirements/Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with 8-10 years related experience PE License in the State of Ohio or ability to obtain PE License in six months. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience/knowledge of AASHTO, ODOT Design Criteria, and FDOT Design Criteria. Proficient with Microsoft Office. Proficient with AutoCAD/Civil 3D, Microstation, and Geopak. Experience in Open Roads. (Plus) Continuous studying and training on the job is required. Osborn is looking for a candidate who has the following characteristics: Reliable Team Player Self – Starter Positive Attitude Strong Work Ethic Critical Thinker Detail Oriented Innovative Good Communicator.

Posted salary ranges reflect market-based averages for the role. Final compensation will be determined based on each candidate’s experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the position. Salary Range: $80,000-86,000

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Established over a century ago in 1892, Osborn is proud to be one of the nation’s oldest engineering firms, continuing a tradition of excellence through outstanding quality in engineering. Osborn is a fully integrated, multi-disciplined design firm that uses a specialized team approach to engineering projects. These teams are built from a staff of over 300 professionals that provide designs for all phases of a wide range of projects. Osborn has specialists in civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, life safety, technology and transportation engineering, as well as lighting design and commissioning. As an employee-owned firm, each Osborn employee is committed to education and advancement, ensuring that every project is completed with a sense of pride. Osborn’s strength lies with its people. We are innovative thinkers, ready to creatively overcome challenges and push the boundaries of design. We believe that consulting in the built environment centers around challenging ourselves with every project. We have an open door policy to drive creativity in our designs and thought methodology. As an employee owned firm, our team takes ownership and strives to build creative relationships with our clients where innovation drives our success.

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