Transportation Engineer, PE

Burgess & Niple; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Burgess & Niple is seeking a Transportation Engineer, PE, to lead roadways design projects for state DOTs, counties and municipalities in Ohio. You will apply your technical expertise across the full project lifecycle and mentor junior staff while ensuring quality, schedule and budget.

Join a team that collaborates with clients, leverages MicroStation/OpenRoads and AutoCAD, and values innovation, teamwork and service. ABET-certified degree and PE in state required or reciprocity.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Civil Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration in the state of employment or ability to obtain via reciprocity.
• 4–10 years of related transportation design experience for state and municipal clients.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; MicroStation required; OpenRoads and AutoCAD are a plus.

Responsibilities

• As part of the project team, complete design tasks for highway, roadway, streets, traffic & safety, pedestrian or bike trail projects for DOT and local agencies
• Complete and oversee plan development including geometrics, grading and drainage, construction sequencing and traffic control in collaboration with a diverse project team
• Prepare specifications, cost estimates, and reports for a variety of rural and urban projects from low volume roadways to major freeways and complex interchanges
• Create an exemplary client experience throughout project delivery
• Maintain quality control of the work products and successfully complete projects on time and within budget
• Collaborate with engineers and leaders across the firm on project pursuits and technical challenges
• Provide training, coaching, and mentoring for developing staff

Skills

Adaptable

Entrepreneurial mindset

Servant leader

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

Microsoft Office

MicroStation

OpenRoads

AutoCAD

Job description

For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.

Join our team of transportation engineering professionals and advance your career leading impactful roadway projects for state DOTs, counties, and local municipalities. As a Transportation Engineer, PE, you'll apply your technical expertise across the full project lifecycle, from preliminary engineering and design through final plan development, while mentoring developing staff and taking ownership of quality, schedule, and budget. You'll collaborate with engineers and leaders across the firm, engage directly with clients, and represent the firm at industry events, positioning yourself for continued growth and leadership opportunities.

What You'll Do

• As part of the project team, complete design tasks for highway, roadway, streets, traffic & safety, pedestrian or bike trail projects for DOT and local agencies
• Complete and oversee plan development including geometrics, grading and drainage, construction sequencing and traffic control in collaboration with a diverse project team
• Prepare specifications, cost estimates, and reports for a variety of rural and urban projects from low volume roadways to major freeways and complex interchanges
• Create an exemplary client experience throughout project delivery
• Maintain quality control of the work products and successfully complete projects on time and within budget
• Collaborate with engineers and leaders across the firm on project pursuits and technical challenges
• Provide training, coaching, and mentoring for developing staff

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program required
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration in the state of employment, or ability to be registered with reciprocity
• 4-10 years of related transportation design experience for state and municipal transportation clients
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation required; OpenRoads and AutoCAD are a plus
• Adaptable and self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset as well as a proactive approach to problem solving
• Servant leader committed to fostering collaboration, innovation, and excellence while developing others

Learn More

To learn more about B&N, our culture and what we offer, visit: www.burgessniple.com/careers/perks-culture

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