Project Engineer - Transportation
About The Position
Digital Engineering (DE) is seeking a skilled Project Engineer to join its growing Transportation team. This role involves planning, designing, and delivering roadway, highway, and multimodal projects. The ideal candidate will have a passion for shaping transportation infrastructure, thrive in a collaborative environment, and enjoy tackling complex engineering challenges. DE's Transportation division focuses on improving transportation infrastructure across the Gulf Coast through various services including planning, modeling & analysis, engineering design, traffic engineering, construction administration, resident inspection, and program management, with a goal of alleviating traffic and improving safety for all modes of transportation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.); if not currently licensed in Louisiana, must obtain LA P.E. within six months of hire
- 2-3 years of experience in highway and roadway design
- Ability to maintain valid driver's license
- Working knowledge of transportation design principles including AASHTO, MUTCD, FHWA, and state DOT requirements, policies, manuals and procedures
- Proficiency with word processing software, spreadsheet software, design software, and standard internet applications
- Strong time-management and organizational skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal and collaboration abilities
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in AutoCAD Civil 3D is strongly preferred and will be given preferential consideration.
Responsibilities
- Consult with clients to determine functional, spatial, and programmatic requirements of projects, including estimated costs and construction timelines
- Perform engineering calculations and assist in preparing construction drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and project documents
- Collaborate with CADD and administrative staff to ensure accurate and complete project deliverables
- Support construction administration tasks, including shop drawing review, periodic site inspections, and review of contractor pay requests
- Lead project tasks and work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Monitor project budgets to prevent over‑expenditures and ensure efficient use of resources
- Obtain necessary project approvals and permits
- Demonstrate strong self‑motivation, initiative, and teamwork
- Read and interpret complex instructions, correspondence, engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates
- Maintain an extensive knowledge of engineering principles relevant to project work
- Travel to project and client sites throughout service area, and to other DE offices as needed
- Performs other duties as assigned by manager
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- 100% company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance available upon hire
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off which begins accruing immediately
- Flexible work hours
- Paid company holidays
- Paid FMLA Leave
- Continuing education and professional development support
- Tuition reimbursement
- Cell phone stipend
- Performance-based bonus program
- Fun company events, activities, and community volunteer opportunities hosted by our Social Committee
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
