Transportation Engineer - PE Roadway

DGL Consulting Engineers; Independence (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance premium fully paid

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Professional development

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Independence, Ohio is seeking a Civil Engineer to join its Roadway Department. The role requires 4-8 years of experience in civil design engineering and offers a dynamic work environment focused on professional growth. Responsibilities include assisting in design tasks, client interactions, and oversight of junior engineers. The position provides a full-time work schedule and includes comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, 401(k) matching, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of experience in civil design engineering.
• Experience with DOT specifications and standards.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist roadway team with plan preparation and design detailing.
• Involve in client meetings and responses to RFI’s.
• Assist in oversight of entry-level engineers.

Skills

Open Roads Designer

ProjectWise

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Communication skills

Multi-project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

E.I. Certification or Registered PE

Job description

POSITION INFORMATION

DGL is looking for a Civil Engineer to enhance the capabilities and qualifications of our Roadway Department. As a multi‑disciplinary engineering firm, success in this position will require an individual to use prescribed methods, standard techniques and practices to perform various engineering assignments. Our goal is to provide an environment for engineering professionals to learn, grow and master necessary skills to succeed in a fast‑paced and challenging environment.

• Will work in the roadway department
• 4-8 years of previous experience in civil design engineering
• Full‑time position

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist roadway team with production duties such as plan preparation, design detailing, drainage calculations and reports, bid documents and cost estimates
• Design tasks may include pavement design, horizontal and vertical design, closed and open drainage system design and BMP design, quantity and construction cost determination
• Involvement in client meetings, responses to RFI’s and assisting in proposal preparation
• Assist with the oversight of entry level engineers and budgeting of work tasks
• Assists with calculations, record keeping
• Keeps direct supervisor promptly informed of key/significant issues or concerns
• Communicate with leaders for understanding of project scope and coordinate with engineers on project requirements
• Applies design standards, standard drawings, and CAD requirements for DOT and local agencies
• Engage in periodic industry events and related marketing activities

SKILL SET

• Experience with applicable computer software (Open Roads Designer, ProjectWise, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam)
• Design and plan preparation experience based on DOT and other municipality’s specifications and preferred standards
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work and balance priorities amongst multiple projects
• Outgoing, self‑motivated, collaborative team player
• Proven success in delivering high quality project submittals
• Professional demeanor
• Overtime hours may also be requested dependent on project workloads and submittal deadlines

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from ABET Accredited Institution
• Engineering Intern (E.I.) Certification with the ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) License within 6 months or Current Registered PE (in good standing)

BENEFITS

• Health Insurance 100% premium paid for DGL employees
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Bereavement
• Military Leave
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 1 week of sick time on an annual basis
• Referral Program
• Professional development
• Office and company social events throughout the year
• Company sponsored “Give Back” volunteer events