Transportation Highway Lead Project Engineer jobs in United States
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Wright-Pierce · 2 days ago

Transportation Highway Lead Project Engineer

Wright-Pierce is an award-winning, multi-discipline environmental engineering firm specializing in water, wastewater and civil infrastructure. They are seeking a Transportation Highway Lead Project Engineer to focus on technical design for road, highway, and large culvert projects, while also participating in project management and supporting junior staff.

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Responsibilities

Technical design with primary focus on road, highway, and large culvert projects. Opportunities to support civil site infrastructure projects including water/wastewater treatment facilities, industrial facilities, and institutional facilities
Perform engineering calculations and develop engineering reports, plans, specifications and estimates
Perform geometric roadway layout, 3D modeling for roadway grading, stormwater management design, and pavement management
Participate in construction observation and administration
Review and assign work and/or check design calculations of junior staff
Perform delegated project management tasks in support of project execution

Qualification

Professional Engineer LicenseCivil Engineering DegreeHighway Design SoftwareMicrosoft Office SuiteAutoCADMicroStation3D ModelingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementInterpersonal SkillsAttention to Detail

Required

8 – 10 years' experience required, focused design of road and highway transportation systems
Professional Engineer License required
B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering or similar
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, AutoCAD, Mathcad
Experience using highway and drainage design software: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley Civil WorkSuite, Bentley Open Roads Designer, HydroCAD, and similar design software
Strong communication, self-motivation, and interpersonal skills
Personal organization and time management skills
Able to build strong relationship with coworkers
Committed to continual learning
Excellent attention to detail

Preferred

Experience with site civil infrastructure considered a plus
M.S. degree considered a plus

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on date of hire
Wellness program with fitness reimbursement
Mental health and well-being benefit
Paid volunteer hours
401(k) match with employer match and profit-sharing contribution with no vesting period
Defined career development path, mentorship program, and Wright-Pierce University training program
Paid time off, paid and floating holidays, and paid parental leave
Flexible work schedules and hybrid work environment

Company

Wright-Pierce

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Wright-Pierce enhances clients’ success by delivering reliable solutions, responsive service, and superior value.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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John Braccio
President & CEO
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Paul Birkel
President & CEO
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