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Highway Engineer - Entry Level

Job in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50319, USA
Listing for: Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65000 - 75000 USD Yearly USD 65000.00 75000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Highway Engineer - Entry Level page is loaded## Highway Engineer - Entry Level locations:
St. Paul MN:
Des Moines IAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
JR100455

Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us.## You belong at SEHSEH is currenting searching for a Highway Engineer - Entry Level to join our talented Transportation team!
** Why our employee-owners love SEH:*** "I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!" – GIS Analyst* "Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!" – Sr Financial Analyst* "It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!"

– Civil Engineer* "This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit." – Sr Mechanical Engineer
** Why you’ll love SEH:
*** Collaborate on  of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
* Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company’s success
* Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
* Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
* Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
* Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice
** This Opportunity:
*** Opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects under engineers who are experts in their fields
* You can have a hand in improving your community, experience the consulting side of the engineering industry, and use cutting edge technology
* Typical projects may include roadways, intersections, roundabouts, bridges, trails, transportation planning studies, environmental reviews, 3D modeling, storm sewer design, traffic signal design, and hydraulic design for county, state, and federal clients.
** Essential

Qualifications:

*** Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
* Ability to travel as needed for team meetings, client consultations, on-site inspections/visits, etc. Occasional overnight travel will be required
* Basic skills in AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar civil design software
* Must reside in the state of Minnesota or Iowa
*
* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Ability to report into the St. Paul, MN or Des Moines, IA office a couple of days per week
* Relevant municipal street design and construction administration experience
* Strong ability to work in a team environment
* Experience in highway design and construction of MNDOT projects
* Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills
* Working knowledge of InRoads, Open Roads Designer (ORD), Geopak, AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar software design packages
** Who We Are
** Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility.  is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a . We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us.Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $65,000 and $75,000 based on skill set and experience.

Check out our full benefits package at SEH Hiring Journey.

Due to current business and operational considerations, unable to hire employees residing in the following states at this time: AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, and PR.
Candidates willing to relocate should indicate this in their application.
** The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.
** SEH is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color,…
Position Requirements
Less than 1 Year work experience
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