About this role
Transportation Design Engineer – Roadway & Highway Design
Indianapolis, IN
Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite / 2 Days Remote
About the Opportunity
We are partnering with an established transportation and civil engineering consulting firm in Indianapolis seeking a Transportation Design Engineer to join its growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys hands-on roadway design, collaborating with experienced professionals, and working on meaningful INDOT and local transportation projects.
The company offers a supportive, flexible environment with excellent work-life balance and opportunities to advance into project management.
Key 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.
- Utilize 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.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
- 3–7 years of transportation or roadway design experience (4–7 years preferred).
- Knowledge of INDOT standards, specifications, and procedures.
- Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D or MicroStation/OpenRoads.
- Experience with roadway, drainage, intersection, or roundabout design.
- Indiana PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months preferred, not required.
- Strong technical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Compensation & Benefits
- $85K–$120K base salary, depending on experience.
- Annual performance-based bonus.
- Hybrid schedule with flexible hours.
- Standard 40-hour workweek with 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 available for qualified candidates.