Senior Design Engineer

Location

Colorado Springs, CO 80905 or Centennial, CO 80112

Hybrid schedule

$130,000-$160,000. This position is exempt under the FLSA. Final pay will be determined based on internal salary ranges, job‑related skills, experience, qualifications, and market conditions.

• Engineering Roadway Technical Lead
  • Collaborate with all engineering disciplines.
  • Have authority over design decisions within the focus discipline.
  • Assume the role of Engineer of Record when necessary.
• Technical Guidance & Mentorship
  • Train and provide technical guidance to Design Engineers.
  • Mentor, orient, and develop team members.
  • Provide input for performance appraisals and career development.
• Quality & Deliverables
  • Ensure internal and external quality and technical correctness of client deliverables.
  • Conduct quality reviews, ITR, DC, IDR, and independent discipline reviews.
  • Verify design computations and validate work performed by subconsultants.
• Project Planning & Scheduling
  • Review contract documents, plans, sketches, and records.
  • Collaborate with the Basis Project Manager on scheduling and work distribution.
  • Accomplish tasks within budget and schedule constraints set by the Project Manager.
  • Proactively identify challenges and potential solutions.
• Team Coordination & Leadership
  • Coordinate design development and guide Design Engineers.
  • Delegate tasks and oversee designer work to meet quality standards.
  • Provide technical leadership to stakeholders and respond to technical questions.
• Documentation & Review
  • Compile, organize, and synthesize documents, records, and data for client deliverables.
  • Evaluate Design Engineer work and assist with corrective actions.
  • Ensure information is properly documented and stored.
• Final Deliverables & Client Interaction
  • Review final deliverables with the Project Manager.
  • Make changes based on client feedback.
  • Finalize packages for presentation and client submission.
• Stakeholder Communication
  • Prepare and communicate project status reports.
  • Participate in coordination meetings and submittal reviews.
  • Serve as a client and sub‑consultant contact as requested.
  • Develop communication, present findings, and provide technical judgment.
• Technical Consultation & Design Analysis
  • Identify and address constructability issues.
  • Answer engineering design questions throughout construction.
• Advancing Design Capabilities
  • Identify and provide strategic direction on emerging technology and value‑added solutions.
  • Recommend methods and tools to improve internal design workflows.
  • Maintain in‑depth and current knowledge of the engineering design focus.
• Proposal Development Assistance
  • Lead portions of proposals and interviews during procurement.
  • Prepare conceptual designs, exhibits, reports, estimates, and technical documents.
  • Identify value engineering and cost savings opportunities.
  • Assist with scope of work, cost strategies, and schedule.
  • Collaborate with subconsultants and prime consultants for proposal quality.
• Promoting Company Values
  • Interact with colleagues, clients, contractors, and the public in a professional manner.
  • Collaborate with peers to deliver high‑quality deliverables consistently.
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment, report unsafe conditions, and support safety culture.
• Other Duties
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Support and adhere to company policies and practices.
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge through training and certifications.
  • Collaborate with direct supervisor to determine developmental needs.

• 8+ years of relevant transportation design experience with increasing responsibility.
• B.S. Civil Engineering degree.
• P.E. licensure required;
  Must obtain a Colorado PE license within two months of hire.

• Occasional travel to job sites, client offices, and other meeting places.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license, appropriate auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record.

• 401(k) with employer match (Roth and Traditional options).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings account with Basis contribution.
• Dependent care flexible spending account.
• Disability insurance (short term and long term).
• Company‑paid life insurance and buy‑up provision.
• Paid time off (PTO and holidays).
• Parental leave (pregnancy and parental).
• Training and career progression support.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Company‑provided vehicle for field assignments.