Transportation Engineer - Roadway Design

Prime AE Group Inc • Louisville, KY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

At PRIME AE, we believe every bridge, building, classroom, park, and roadway we design tells a story—and leaves a legacy. Whether it’s through architecture, engineering, planning, or consulting, our work is deeply rooted in improving the everyday experiences of people and communities. Join us and be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values innovation, technical excellence, and meaningful contribution.

PRIME AE Group, Inc. (www.primeeng.com [http://www.primeeng.com]) is a nationally ranked, full-service architecture and engineering firm with 24 offices across 10 states and a team of 500+ professionals. For nearly two decades, we’ve partnered with public and private sector clients to deliver creative, practical, and sustainable solutions across transportation, education, healthcare, municipal, federal, commercial, and recreational sectors. We’re expanding our capabilities, our geography, and our team—and now is an exciting time to join us.

We are currently seeking a Transportation Engineer – Roadway Design to join our New Albany or Louisville offices.

As a Transportation Engineer – Roadway Design, you will lead and support the planning and design of simple and complex roadway, single and multi-lane roundabout, pedestrian safety improvement, and intersection improvement projects across Indiana and Kentucky. This role is ideal for a licensed Professional Engineer with strong hands-on roadway design experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D, who enjoys both technical design and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. You will work on projects ranging from new roadway construction to complex rehabilitation and multimodal improvements, ensuring safe, compliant, and constructible solutions from concept through final design and construction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (Master’s degree a plus).
• Active Indiana Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 5+ years of progressive roadway design experience, including both simple and complex roadway projects.
• Demonstrated expertise using AutoCAD Civil 3D for roadway design and analysis (alignments, profiles, corridors, cross sections, pipe networks, and quantities).
• Experience designing ADA curb ramps, sidewalks, and pedestrian facilities.
• Strong working knowledge of INDOT design standards, specifications, and design guidelines.
• Familiarity with INDOT project development processes.
• Familiarity with AASHTO policies and roadway design criteria.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality design documents and deliver challenging projects.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree a plus

Responsibilities

• Design roadway and transportation projects including new construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, and renovations of roadways, sidewalks, intersections, and multimodal facilities.
• Perform detailed roadway design using AutoCAD Civil 3D, including: Horizontal and vertical alignments Corridor modeling and cross sections Pipe networks and storm drainage systems Quantity takeoff and cost estimation
• Develop ADA-compliant designs including curb ramps, sidewalks, pedestrian facilities, and accessibility improvements in accordance with current standards.
• Prepare and review preliminary and final design deliverables, including plans, reports, specifications, cost estimates, and supporting calculations.
• Apply INDOT standards, AASHTO guidelines, and other applicable local, state, and federal requirements throughout project delivery.
• Provide technical oversight and quality control for work produced by other design engineers and engineering technicians.
• Coordinate with internal disciplines, subconsultants, and external stakeholders to ensure integrated and timely project delivery.
• Participate in project planning, design reviews, and client meetings; support project managers in meeting scope, schedule, and budget objectives.
• Mentor and develop entry-level and mid-level engineers, fostering strong roadway design skillsets and best practices.
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism in all interactions with clients, partners, and internal teams.

Benefits

• Full-Career Support: Flexible career paths across disciplines, from technical specialist to project leadership.
• People-First Culture: We hire top talent, champion diversity, trust, and integrity.
• Meaningful Impact: Work on projects—from community centers and hospitals to federal, transportation, and water systems—that tangibly improve lives.
• Growth-Oriented: Strategically expanding capabilities and geography (e.g., Southeast acquisition, federal growth) with strong backing from investors.
• National Yet Local: Enjoy the resources of a big firm with the agility and client intimacy of local offices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees