Project Engineer - Highway / Transportation (Hybrid)

Job Description

Job Title: Project Engineer - Highway / Transportation (Hybrid)

Department: Transportation Engineering

Location: Boston, Massachusetts (Hybrid; also open to Andover, Worcester, or Yarmouth)Position Overview:We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our growing Highway/Transportation Engineering team. This role involves working on a diverse range of infrastructure projects including roadway and intersection reconstructions, shared-use paths, and bicycle/pedestrian facilities for the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), municipalities, and state agencies.As a key contributor, you will prepare engineering designs and studies for various transportation facilities and support or lead projects based on complexity and scale. You will collaborate with internal teams, interact directly with clients, and play a critical role in building safe, resilient, and sustainable infrastructure across Massachusetts.Key Responsibilities:

Design roadways, intersections, parking lots, and multi-use paths, including horizontal and vertical alignments, grading, and drainage systems

Develop detailed construction plan sets, specifications, and cost estimates

Perform quantity takeoffs and support preparation of bidding documents

Apply MassDOT design standards and other relevant agency guidelines

Collaborate closely with senior project managers, design teams, and clients

Participate in project meetings, provide technical insights, and assist in project strategy and planning

Support or manage multiple projects depending on complexity and experience levelRequired Qualifications (Must-Haves / Non-Negotiables):

B.S. in Civil Engineering

4-10 years of experience in transportation/highway engineering

EIT certification, or the ability to obtain it within 6 months of hire

Strong proficiency in AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Highly motivated with a strong work ethic and team-oriented mindsetPreferred Qualifications:

PE license (Professional Engineer) is a strong plus

Experience working with MassDOT Design Standards

Familiarity with engineering software tools such as:

SignCAD, ParkCAD

HydroCAD, HEC-RAS, HY-8

ArcGIS, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project

Experience preparing transportation project documentation for state or municipal clientsKey Skills:

Technical Design Proficiency - from conceptual layouts to final construction documents

Problem-Solving - ability to interpret data and propose practical, sustainable design solutions

Project Coordination - capable of juggling multiple priorities and communicating effectively with multidisciplinary teams

Client Engagement - professionalism in presenting and collaborating with public agencies and stakeholders

Software Literacy - AutoCAD Civil 3D and familiarity with industry-standard design and analysis toolsWork Environment & Flexibility:We support each team member's individual definition of work-life balance. While some staff work fully remotely and others prefer an in-office setting, most team members enjoy a hybrid model that combines remote work with access to any of our Massachusetts office locations. We prioritize flexibility, inclusion, and a culture of continuous growth.

Full-time

Hybrid remote