Project Engineer - Transportation

HANNUM WAGLE & CLINE ENGINEERING • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

HWC Engineering is seeking a qualified, self-motivated professional engineer or EIT with roadway design experience. The Project Engineer collaborates with design teams on roadway projects for INDOT, LPAs, local agencies, and other clients. The role applies roadway design knowledge and software skills throughout project development, preparing technical calculations, plans, estimates, and contract documents for public- and private-sector transportation projects.

The engineer works collaboratively through design and project development, receiving frequent quality control and quality assurance review from senior staff, supervisors, peers, and support staff. The position also involves interaction with consulting partners, INDOT staff, local government agency staff, and HWC’s multidisciplinary teams. HWC describes its culture as collaborative, respectful, and committed to employee well-being and professional growth. Flexible work arrangements, including remote, hybrid, and in-office options, may be available depending on the position and situation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• At least 2 years of roadway design experience.
• EIT or Professional Engineering License in Indiana.
• Proven working knowledge of MicroStation/InRoads, estimating software such as BidTabs or CES, applicable scheduling and tracking tools, design software, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office software.
• Ability to think critically, manage time, and solve problems independently.
• Strong data analysis and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High ethical standards, commitment to self-development and teamwork, and willingness to work in a deadline-driven team environment.
• Knowledge of INDOT and LPA project development processes, design standards and specifications, and federally funded projects.

Nice To Haves

• Drainage or hydraulic design experience, such as small structures, storm and sanitary systems, urban systems, or bridge work.
• Traffic signal design and/or lighting design experience.
• Practical knowledge of materials testing, pavement design, or geotechnical applications within roadway design.
• Application of INDOT CAD and design standards.
• Experience using OpenRoads Designer (ORD).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design teams as a designer on roadway projects for INDOT, LPAs, local clients, and other clients.
• Apply roadway design knowledge using MicroStation and InRoads; OpenRoads Designer (ORD) is a plus.
• Prepare quantity calculations, geometric design criteria, plans, cost estimates, special provisions, permit applications, and other contract documents.
• Work collaboratively through design and project development, incorporating frequent QC/QA reviews from senior staff, supervisors, peers, and support staff.
• Interact effectively with consulting firms partnering with HWC, INDOT staff, local government agency staff, and HWC’s multidisciplinary staff.
• Apply working knowledge of right-of-way acquisition, NEPA, and related engineering project development processes.

Benefits

• Professional development, continuous learning, and career advancement opportunities.
• Work-life balance and tailored schedules.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote, hybrid, and/or full-time in-office workspaces, depending on position and situation and ability to work from home.
• Salary package with performance-driven bonuses and recognition.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level