Highway Project Engineer

Company: System One
Location: Sugar Land
Posted on: May 1, 2025

Job Description:

Highway Project Engineer

Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.

Location: [Various locations in NY, PA, TX, NC]
Type: Full-time - Transportation Infrastructure

Objective:

Lead the design and development of highway infrastructure projects, applying advanced civil engineering and project management skills. This role plays a critical part in shaping transportation networks, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and community impact. You'll contribute directly to infrastructure that enhances connectivity and accessibility across regions.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop preliminary and final engineering plans for highway construction and improvement projects


Design roadway elements including alignments, grading, drainage systems, and traffic-related features


Provide technical guidance to junior team members and review design work for accuracy and quality


Act as the technical liaison between clients, consultants, and regulatory agencies


Organize and lead project meetings, maintain documentation, and ensure thorough record-keeping


Create innovative design solutions that meet project goals, timelines, and budget constraints


Conduct engineering analysis and research to support material selection and specification development


Evaluate project costs and assess alternative design approaches for efficiency and effectiveness


Prepare and deliver presentations and progress updates to internal and external stakeholders


Manage and maintain detailed project records, including reports, design files, and budget documentation



Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Master's degree preferred)


Professional Engineer (PE) license required


10-15 years of experience in transportation engineering, with a focus on highway design


Proficiency in MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer preferred


Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills


Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal


Proven experience managing projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams


Ability to manage multiple priorities with a high level of organization and efficiency


Strong attention to detail with a commitment to high-quality deliverables


Collaborative team player with a proactive mindset


Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)


Flexible and adaptable to shifting project needs and deadlines



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