Highway/Roadway Engineer 5

Transportation/Roadway Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Transportation/Roadway Engineer to join our Lansing team and support MDOT roadway and bridge projects across Michigan. This is a hands-on technical role for engineers who enjoy producing high-quality designs, solving complex roadway and drainage challenges, and mentoring junior staff—while contributing to impactful transportation infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Roadway & Civil Design

• Develop design criteria, geometric layouts, alignments, superelevation, and detailed roadway calculations.
• Produce construction plans and proposal packages in accordance with MDOT's Plan Development Guide and Design Wiki.
• Apply advanced 3D modeling techniques to deliver accurate, high-quality roadway designs.

Software & Technical Expertise

• Perform production-level design using Bentley MicroStation and MDOT OpenRoads Designer (ORD) Connect Edition.
• Prepare special provisions, cost estimates, and technical documentation.
• Conduct fieldwork to evaluate existing conditions and support design decisions.

Drainage, Hydraulics & Structures

• Complete drainage studies, storm sewer design, stormwater management, and BMP implementation.
• Perform hydraulic analysis and modeling for bridges and culverts, including scour evaluations.

Work Zone & Traffic Control

• Develop Transportation Management Plans (TMPs) in accordance with MDOT's Work Zone Safety and Mobility Manual.
• Design traffic control plans that promote safe, efficient construction and mobility.

Quality, Collaboration & Leadership

• Ensure work meets high standards through adherence to corporate QA/QC procedures.
• Support proposal development and contribute technical input for RFP responses.
• Participate in industry events and assist with business development efforts.
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers, providing technical guidance and professional development.