Design Engineer - Transportation

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Design Engineer, EIT, to join our Transportation team in our Duluth office. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond.

• Assist project engineers with design and construction phase activities on transportation projects.
• Perform basic design computations, preliminary layout and design, research and prepare rough drafts of preliminary reports and feasibility studies.
• Assist with project plans and specifications, preparing cost and quantity take‑off estimates.
• Assist with traffic corridor studies related to traffic operations, traffic safety, modal integration and access management.
• Assist with design of traffic control devices including traffic signals, signage and pavement markings, roadway lighting, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), work zones, and detours.
• Perform construction observation activities such as staking, construction administration duties (documenting activities, measuring and testing), general oversight, and interacting with contractors, sub‑contractors, residents and city staff.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college.
• Certified Engineer-in-Training (or able to obtain within 12 months of hire).
• Prior experience in infrastructure design and/or construction observation.
• Working knowledge and skills in CAD and design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil3D, Micro Station).
• Developing knowledge of specialized traffic software (e.g., SYNCHRO, SIM Traffic, Arcady, VISSIM, etc.) preferred.
• Requires frequent travel during construction season.
• Possess a valid driver’s license as travel to various facilities and job sites may be required.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. at the start of employment without the need for visa sponsorship.

$58,000 – $90,000, depending on years of experience and credentials.

• Competitive compensation plan – overtime compensation available to most employees.
• Discretionary bonuses available to most employees.
• ESOP – Employee ownership (ESOP); 100% company‑paid contributions.
• 401(k) Match Program.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO).
• Six paid company holidays.
• Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Dependent care reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Health, life and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Vision insurance.

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