Roadway Engineer

The Roadway Engineer will join the Transportation Team in Charleston, SC, and work on transformative projects enhancing transportation infrastructure and improving community connectivity. The team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all.

What You Will Do

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and reviewing detailed construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and quantity calculations for roadway projects. They will also develop geometric designs, drainage layouts, and Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) plans consistent with project goals and applicable standards.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The successful candidate will be trusted to make independent engineering decisions on routine problems while escalating complex issues as needed. This role requires strong technical acumen, effective communication skills, and a team-oriented mindset to contribute to multi-disciplinary projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 3 to 6 years of relevant roadway design experience, preferably including preliminary engineering and detailed plan development.
• Proficiency in MicroStation and Geopak; experience with OpenRoads Designer is highly desirable.
• Strong familiarity with SCDOT standards and municipal requirements for roadway plan preparation.
• Experience in geometric roadway design, drainage design, MOT, cost estimating, and specification development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to promoting an inclusive work environment that values diversity, equity, and mutual respect.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is preferred but not required at hire; candidates actively pursuing licensure are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.