Highway Principal Engineer

Larson Design Group•Harrisburg, PA

About The Position

The Principal Engineer functions as a licensed, technical leader and expert within the organization, providing strategic guidance on complex projects and mentoring other engineers. This role is pivotal in driving innovation, ensuring technical excellence, and fostering client relationships. The Principal Engineer is responsible for overseeing large-scale, multifaceted project tasks, contributing to business development, and advancing the organization’s technical capabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in position relevant Engineering field from ABET accredited school or related field of study.
Minimum of fifteen (15) years’ job-related experience.
Professional Engineer (PE) required.

Nice To Haves

Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microstation/InRoads, and/or Hydrologic and Hydraulic Software Packages to be used for Site Layout, Grading, Utility, and Storm Water Management Plan design and/or other discipline-specific programs preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook).
Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.
Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a project team.
Expert-level knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and engineering principles.
Demonstrated ability to resolve highly complex design and construction challenges efficiently.
Strong client management and business development capabilities.

Responsibilities

Leads and manages complex engineering project tasks from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with project specifications, budgets, and timelines while exceeding client expectations.
Provides expert technical guidance and mentorship to a multidisciplinary team of engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development through constructive feedback and design reviews.
Partners with clients to thoroughly understand their requirements, objectives, and constraints, and deliver innovative, value-driven engineering solutions tailored to their needs.
Conducts feasibility studies, risk assessments, and cost-benefit analyses to evaluate project viability, identify challenges, and develop actionable mitigation strategies.
Oversees the design, development, and testing of engineering systems, components, and processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards, codes, and regulatory compliance.
Coordinates with architects, designers, contractors, and vendors to seamlessly integrate engineering solutions into comprehensive project plans and execution strategies.
Conducts rigorous technical reviews and analyses of engineering designs, calculations, and documentation to ensure accuracy, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Stays at the forefront of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices, incorporating relevant advancements into project methodologies to drive innovation and competitiveness.
Leads continuous improvement initiatives to optimize engineering processes, tools, and methodologies, enhancing efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction across projects.
Represents the organization in client engagements, industry conferences, and professional associations, cultivating strong relationships with stakeholders and positioning the firm as a leader in the engineering field.