Project Engineer 2 - Transportation

Tighe & Bond•Middletown, CT

9d•$96,607 - $126,797•Hybrid

About The Position

We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a Project Engineer 2, you will join our Transportation team in our Middletown or Shelton, CT 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) – required
8+ years of progressive experience in roadway and highway design
Proficiency in MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or equivalent design software
Strong understanding of AASHTO, MUTCD, and local DOT design standards
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering
Experience with municipal roadways
Familiarity with permitting processes and environmental documentation
Active participation in professional organizations (ASCE, ITE, APWA, etc.)

Responsibilities

Lead and assist in the design and development of roadway/highway projects, including horizontal and vertical alignment, intersection and interchange design, and ADA compliance
Prepare engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates in accordance with Connecticut DOT and local agency standards
Perform geometric design, grading, drainage, pavement design, and traffic control planning
Conduct site assessments, feasibility studies, and engineering analyses as required
Coordinate with internal multidisciplinary teams including traffic, structural, environmental, and survey professionals
Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables; ensure compliance with contract requirements and regulatory standards
Communicate with clients, stakeholders, and public agencies to provide project updates and resolve technical challenges
Mentor junior staff and support business development through proposal preparation and client meetings