Highway Design Engineer

Step into a role where your highway design expertise shapes Wisconsin’s infrastructure. You will lead Wisconsin DOT design projects, mentor junior engineers, and take ownership as an internal project manager—all while building a long‑term career in Southeast Wisconsin.

Plan, develop, coordinate, and direct multiple highway design projects for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Engage closely with clients throughout project development and after completion. Mentor junior engineers and lead internal project management, ensuring that major design decisions are aligned with client expectations. Perform complex design calculations, verify accuracy of work, and uphold QA/QC procedures. Represent SEH at agency and public meetings.

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Wisconsin or ability to obtain within six months.
• Ability to travel as needed for team meetings, client consultations, business development, on‑site inspections, occasional overnight travel.
• Strong ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience in highway design and construction of WisDOT projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Design experience in Micro Station, Geo Pak, or ORD (Open Roads Designer).

• Minimum of five years of design experience.
• Supervisory and/or mentoring experience in the related field.
• Active participation in professional organizations, conferences, and technical publications.
• Previous experience with a Civil Engineering consulting firm doing design.

Base compensation between $90,000 and $110,000, based on skill set and experience. Benefits package includes paid family leave, flexible holidays, work/life balance arrangements, and opportunities for continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training.

Preferred location:
Pewaukee, WI; open to candidates residing anywhere in Wisconsin. Not hiring employees residing in AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, or PR. Candidates willing to relocate should indicate in 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 an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.