Highway/Roadway Engineer 4

CDM Smith•Raleigh, NC

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join CDM Smith’s Transportation team and help shape the future of mobility across North Carolina. We’re looking for motivated Transportation Engineers to support innovative roadway and bridge projects that move people and goods more safely and efficiently. What You’ll Do Design Smarter: Develop and refine roadway and transportation designs that meet federal, state, and local standards. Support Quality Delivery: Participate in site reviews and inspections to ensure high‑quality construction and project execution. Collaborate & Grow: Work alongside experts in roads, bridges, traffic engineering, ITS, and transit while mentoring junior staff. Engage Clients: Contribute to proposals and help build strong client relationships. Stay Ahead: Expand your expertise through ongoing professional development, conferences, and industry engagement. At CDM Smith, your work directly impacts communities—and your career growth is backed by a team committed to innovation and excellence. Bring your talent to a place where your designs make a difference.

Requirements

Expert Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
Expert Knowledge of engineer principles of design.
Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.).
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Strong knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam in states where an EIT is not obtainable (within 18 months of hire or promotion or transfer).
5 years of related experience.
Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of design standards (AASHTO, NACTO, etc.).

Responsibilities

Develop and refine roadway and transportation designs that meet federal, state, and local standards.
Participate in site reviews and inspections to ensure high-quality construction and project execution.
Work alongside experts in roads, bridges, traffic engineering, ITS, and transit while mentoring junior staff.
Contribute to proposals and help build strong client relationships.
Expand expertise through ongoing professional development, conferences, and industry engagement.