Transportation Engineer

BETA Group, Inc.; Lincoln (RI); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Tuition Assistance

Professional Development

401(k) Plan with match

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Job summary

BETA Group, Inc. is seeking a Transportation Engineer to join our Rhode Island team. You will work on highway improvements, drainage, and multimodal projects across New England, collaborating with seasoned engineers and project managers from day one.

The Lincoln, RI office is the preferred location with a hybrid schedule, allowing remote work up to 2 days per week. We offer ESOP ownership, competitive benefits, and opportunities to advance into senior technical and project management roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
• 4 to 8+ years of highway design and roadway construction experience.
• EIT certification required; PE preferred.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, Civil3D, and ArcGIS/Pro.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with RIDOT/MassDOT/ConnDOT design standards and MUTCD.
• Experience with RIDEM and CRMC permitting regulations.
• Strong technical aptitude and an eagerness to learn.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to collect field data and measurements including but not limited to roadway, sidewalk, and utility assets; and perform asset inspections.
• Must be able to lift/move objects weighing up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning, design, and delivery of transportation and roadway projects from concept through construction.
• Prepare roadway and highway designs, including geometric design, grading, drainage, traffic control, ADA improvements, and pavement design.
• Develop engineering plans, specifications, calculations, technical reports, and other project deliverables.
• Apply RIDOT, AASHTO, FHWA, MUTCD, and other design standards.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, surveyors, environmental professionals, and other technical disciplines.
• Support permitting, agency coordination, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in field investigations, site assessments, inspections, and data collection.
• Provide technical support during bidding and construction and assist with resolving field and design issues.
• Participate in QA/QC reviews to ensure accurate, complete, and high-quality deliverables.
• Attend project meetings and assist with coordination among clients, municipalities, agencies, contractors, and project teams.
• Work closely with Project Managers and senior engineers to develop solutions and successfully deliver projects.
• Collaborate with BETA's New England offices to leverage regional expertise and resources.
• Build technical and project management skills through hands-on experience, mentorship, and increasingly complex assignments.

Skills

EIT

Highway design experience

Drainage/ADA experience

MS Office

Communication skills

Field data collection

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

PE License (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

ArcGIS/Pro

Job description

Ready to take your transportation engineering career to the next level? At BETA Group, Inc., you'll have the opportunity to work on challenging, meaningful projects while learning from experienced engineers and building the skills needed for the next stage of your career. As an employee-owned company through an ESOP, BETA is invested in the success of our people and the communities we serve. We're growing our Rhode Island team and looking for a Transportation Engineer who is eager to take on new challenges, expand their technical expertise, and play an important role in delivering innovative transportation solutions throughout New England. Whether you're developing a roadway design, working through a drainage challenge, visiting a project site, or collaborating with another discipline, you'll have opportunities to learn, contribute, and make an impact from day one.

At BETA, you'll collaborate closely with experienced engineers and project managers, receive hands-on mentorship, and gain exposure to all phases of transportation projects. As your skills and experience grow, you'll have opportunities to take on greater responsibility and advance into senior technical, project management, and leadership roles. You'll have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of transportation projects, including highway and roadway improvements, complete streets and multimodal transportation, intersection and corridor improvements, sidewalk and ADA improvements, stormwater and drainage, pavement design and rehabilitation, municipal and DOT projects, and construction administration and support.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the planning, design, and delivery of transportation and roadway projects from concept through construction
• Prepare roadway and highway designs, including geometric design, grading, drainage, traffic control, ADA improvements, and pavement design
• Develop engineering plans, specifications, calculations, technical reports, and other project deliverables
• Apply applicable RIDOT, AASHTO, FHWA, MUTCD, and other local, state, and federal design standards
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, surveyors, environmental professionals, and other technical disciplines
• Support permitting, agency coordination, and regulatory requirements
• Participate in field investigations, site assessments, inspections, and data collection
• Provide technical support during bidding and construction and assist with resolving field and design issues
• Participate in QA/QC reviews to ensure accurate, complete, and high-quality deliverables
• Attend project meetings and assist with coordination among clients, municipalities, agencies, contractors, and project teams
• Work closely with Project Managers and senior engineers to develop solutions and successfully deliver projects
• Collaborate with BETA's New England offices to leverage regional expertise and resources
• Build technical and project management skills through hands-on experience, mentorship, and increasingly complex assignments

Preferred location is BETA's Lincoln, RI office. Candidates should have flexibility to work from our other office locations. BETA also offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing employees to request working remotely up to 2 days per week.

Growth Opportunities:

• BETA encourages and promotes employee advancement and career development
• Leads to potential advancement to more senior management positions

Requirements

Required Experience/Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, or related field
• 4 to 8+ years of related engineering experience in highway design, stormwater management, ADA compliance, and roadway construction practices
• EIT (Fundamentals of Engineering)
• Proficient with AutoCAD, Civil3D, and ArcGIS/Pro
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with AASHTO, RIDOT/MassDOT/ConnDOT design standards, MUTCD
• Experience with RIDEM and CRMC permitting regulations
• Strong technical aptitude and an eagerness to learn
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Must be able to collect field data and measurements including but not limited to roadway, sidewalk, and utility assets; and perform asset inspections
• Must be able to lift/move objects weighing up to 40 pounds
• Must be able to perform field work in both hot and cold weather (rain and/or snow)
• Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Preferred Experience/Skills:

• Experience with AutoCAD Storm and Sanitary & HydroCAD
• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• OSHA Certifications (OSHA 10-Construction, OSHA 40-HAZWOPER, OSHA Confined Space Entry, etc…)

About BETA:

BETA Group, Inc. is a New England based consultant engineering firm and leader in the fields of transportation, traffic, structural, civil/site, and water/wastewater engineering; landscape architecture; urban design and planning; GIS/asset management; environmental sciences and permitting; and construction services. BETA is 100% employee-owned and offers an exceptional compensation and benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition Assistance
• Professional Development
• Employee Engagement Program
• 401(k) Plan with annual 401k match

BETA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be eligible for employment in the USA without sponsorship.