Highways Engineer

Mott MacDonald • Westwood, MA

68d • $87,000 - $107,000

About The Position

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water. We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story. At Mott MacDonald, we are committed to improving society through purposeful infrastructure and sustainable development. As a global leader in engineering, management, and consultancy, we deliver innovative solutions that address the evolving needs of our clients and communities. Our multidisciplinary teams work collaboratively to create resilient, future-ready infrastructure that makes a lasting impact. We are currently seeking a Junior Highway Engineer to join our team in one of our Northeast offices. This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career professional to contribute to a variety of transportation and infrastructure projects while developing technical skills and gaining exposure to multidisciplinary collaboration.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• 3–5 years of experience in highway or transportation design
• Familiarity with roadway geometry, grading, drainage, and traffic engineering principles
• Experience with design software such as MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Interest in pursuing Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
• Familiarity with Massachusetts and/or Connecticut DOT standards is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of highway and roadway projects under the guidance of senior engineers
• Prepare engineering drawings and documents using OpenRoads, Civil 3D, and MicroStation
• Support the production of design deliverables for preliminary, right-of-way, and construction phases
• Perform engineering calculations related to roadway geometry, grading, drainage, and roadside safety
• Participate in internal project meetings and coordinate with other disciplines
• Contribute to project documentation, reports, and specifications
• Support project scheduling and budgeting efforts as needed
• Engage in learning opportunities and seek mentorship from experienced staff
• Help ensure compliance with relevant DOT standards and procedures

Benefits

• 401k
• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• paid holidays
• PTO
• parental leave
• company paid life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees