Transportation Design Engineer – Roadway & Highway Design
About The Position
An established transportation and civil engineering consulting firm in Indianapolis is seeking a Transportation Design Engineer to join its growing team. The role focuses on hands-on roadway and highway design for INDOT and Local Public Agency (LPA) projects, including roadway reconstruction, intersections, roundabouts, drainage systems, sidewalks, and multi-use paths. The engineer will collaborate with experienced professionals on meaningful transportation projects in a supportive, flexible environment, with opportunities to advance into project management. The position is hybrid, with three days onsite and two days remote. The standard workweek is 40 hours, with paid overtime. Compensation is $85,000–$120,000 base salary, depending on experience.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
- 3–7 years of transportation or roadway design experience.
- Knowledge of INDOT standards, specifications, and procedures.
- Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D or MicroStation/OpenRoads.
- Experience with roadway, drainage, intersection, or roundabout design.
- Strong technical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- 4–7 years of transportation or roadway design experience is preferred.
- Indiana PE license, or ability to obtain one within 6 months, is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Perform roadway and highway design for INDOT and Local Public Agency (LPA) projects.
- Develop designs for roadway reconstruction, intersections, roundabouts, drainage systems, sidewalks, and multi-use paths.
- Prepare engineering calculations, quantities, specifications, construction plans, and final design deliverables.
- Use Civil 3D, AutoCAD, MicroStation, or OpenRoads for transportation design.
- Ensure designs comply with INDOT and AASHTO standards.
- Collaborate with senior engineers and project managers to meet project schedules and deliverables.
- Assist with utility coordination, permitting, and technical problem-solving.
Benefits
- Annual performance-based bonus.
- Hybrid schedule with flexible hours.
- Paid overtime.
- Employer pays 90% of employee health insurance premiums.
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
- Generous PTO and paid holidays.
- Professional development and PE licensing support.
- Relocation reimbursement for qualified candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
