Roadway Engineer

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Roadway Engineer Job Description We are seeking a motivated and experienced Project Engineer to join our growing Road Group. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a variety of complex and high-profile transportation projects while mentoring junior staff and collaborating across disciplines. As a Project Engineer, you will perform technical design work, manage project components, and serve as a key liaison between clients and internal teams. The ideal candidate is self-driven, has a strong knowledge in roadway and transportation engineering, and is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with at least 4 years of related experience. Responsibilities Perform conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design for transportation and roadway projects. Develop and oversee geometric design, maintenance of traffic, drainage, and signing/pavement marking plans. Lead or support the preparation of construction documents, including plans, specifications, and cost estimates. Develop and review 3D roadway models and related digital design deliverables. Provide technical mentorship and support to junior engineers and design technicians. Ensure quality control and compliance with applicable design standards and client requirements. Collaborate with clients, subconsultants, and internal teams on project coordination and technical issues. Contribute to project scoping, scheduling, and proposal development as needed. Essential Skills Strong experience in transportation engineering and roadway design. Proficiency in Civil 3D, Microstation, and OpenRoads. Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer in Training (EIT). At least 4 years of related experience. Additional Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. Experience with ODOT or public infrastructure projects is strongly preferred. 5-10 years of professional experience preferred. Work Environment The work environment is a professional firm with full service offerings, including site civil, survey, and transportation. The dress code is business casual. The Columbus office has about 75 employees, with headquarters in Indianapolis. There is hybrid flexibility and typically involves working 40-50 hours per week. The culture is friendly and not corporate, despite competing with larger firms on significant projects. You can work from satellite offices in Blue Ash, Akron, or downtown Cleveland. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Columbus, OH. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $110000.00/yr. 401k match Medical, dental, vision Education reimbursement Regular parties, events, team bonding activities Competitive salaries Flexible work schedule Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 20, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.