Entry Level Staff Engineer - Roadway Design

Tighe & Bond•Westfield, MA

10d•$68,022 - $89,279•Hybrid

About The Position

We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As an Entry Level Staff Engineer , you will join our Transportation and Roadway Design in our Westfield, MA office, where you’ll play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you’ll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond , you’ll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development. Our transportation team is more than just a group of engineers—we’re problem solvers, innovators, and creators of safe, efficient infrastructure. With nearly 50 professionals, we work on projects that shape the future of transportation across the Northeast, collaborating with state DOTs, municipalities, and private clients to make travel safer and more accessible. Whether it’s designing roads, bridges, or multimodal systems, we ensure our designs are sustainable, cost-effective, and forward-thinking. As a valuable part of our Transportation and Roadway Design , an Entry Level Staff Engineer will support a variety of projects and gain hands-on experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
Passed your FE Exam and obtained your EIT certification, or planning to by June 2026
Strong interest in roadway and transportation design
Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation
Basic knowledge of AASHTO, MUTCD, or state DOT standards
Effective communication and organizational skills
Willingness to learn, collaborate, and take initiative in a team environment

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering
Experience or coursework related to corridor modeling in Civil 3D
Exposure to fieldwork, including inspections or data collection
Understanding of common project delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, etc.)
Interest in obtaining a PE license and engaging in professional development

Responsibilities

Assist in the design of roadway infrastructure including alignments, grading, drainage, and traffic control
Prepare engineering drawings, reports, specifications, and cost estimates
Support senior engineers in meeting project goals and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal standards
Assist with drainage modeling, traffic control planning, and design documentation
Perform site visits to collect field data and support construction activities
Use CAD software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation) to prepare and revise design plans
Help review contractor submittals, RFIs, and support construction administration tasks
Coordinate with internal teams, municipalities, and regulatory agencies during design and permitting