Sr Engineer- Highway Design

Senior Engineer - Highway Design (Team Leader)Position OverviewWe are seeking a Senior Engineer - Highway Design to lead and deliver complex highway and transportation design projects. The role will provide technical leadership on geometric design, plan and specification preparation, and contract document production while ensuring compliance with DOT and FHWA requirements. The ideal candidate will combine strong engineering judgment, hands-on design skills (Civil 3D), and experience managing teams and client relationships to deliver safe, cost-effective, and constructible highway solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and perform highway geometric and corridor design, including horizontal and vertical alignment, cross sections, superelevation, and drainage integration.Prepare and review construction plans, specifications, and engineers estimates that meet DOT and FHWA standards and agency guidelines.Produce and manage design deliverables in Civil 3D (corridor models, alignments, profiles, assemblies, and plan production).Coordinate with state DOTs, FHWA representatives, utility companies, permitting agencies, and other stakeholders to secure approvals and ensure regulatory compliance.Perform QA/QC reviews of design work products and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.Conduct constructability, safety, and maintenance-of-traffic reviews to optimize design for field conditions and contractor implementation.Manage project schedules, budgets, and scope; support proposals, cost estimating, and client meetings.Mentor and develop staff, delegating work, reviewing outputs, and fostering a collaborative team environment.Support right-of-way, environmental, and permitting coordination as required for project delivery.QualificationsBachelors degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Masters degree is a plus.Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in relevant state(s) required or actively pursuing; multi-state licensure is a plus.8+ years of progressive highway design experience, with demonstrated success leading roadway projects for state DOTs and familiarity with FHWA policies and procedures.Proven experience using Civil 3D for corridor modeling, plan production, and deliverable generation.Strong knowledge of AASHTO, state DOT standards, typical section development, drainage design principles, and roadway safety design.Experience preparing plans, specifications, engineers estimates, and permitting documents for DOT-led projects.Demonstrated experience with QA/QC processes, constructability review, and maintenance-of-traffic planning.Excellent written and verbal communication skills; client-facing experience and ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.Proficient with standard engineering software (Civil 3D required; familiarity with MicroStation, H&H modeling, and GIS is desirable).Valid drivers license and ability to travel to project sites and client meetings as needed.Benefits3 weeks Vacation/PTO MedicalDentalVisionSafe Harbor 401kLife InsuranceHSA Contribution 1K per yearCell Phone and Meal/Travel Reimbursement Tuition Reimbursement