Senior Roadway Designer

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Roadway Designer to join our Edison, NJ office. This is a full‑time, on‑site position that requires direct engagement with our client, New Jersey DOT Headquarters.

• Work in‑person as an embedded employee 5 days a week, at the New Jersey DOT HQ in Ewing Township, NJ.
• Serve as a plan review specialist, confirming that designs submitted for review meet agency guidelines for complete street and safe systems guidelines.
• Design and develop plans and drawings, which may include the development of preliminary layout and/or final drawings.
• Participate in quality control checks, maintaining quality standards in all work produced, checking computations, and/or reviewing designs and drawings performed by others.
• Coordinate with other disciplines as required.
• Perform field observations of construction where appropriate.
• Demonstrate proven roadway planning & design experience.
• Familiar with Safe Systems Approach and knowledge of proven safety countermeasures.
• Understand Strategic Highway Safety Plans (SHSP).
• Proficient with design manuals (e.g., MUTCD, geometric design handbooks).
• Perform such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

• B.S. or M.S. in Engineering. M.S. or graduate level technical coursework preferred. This level may be achieved by Engineers with seven years of experience since B.S. or 6 years since M.S. Typical incumbent has ten to fourteen years of experience.
• Ability to work independently and deliver high‑quality recommendations.
• Adaptability to NJDOT standards and expectations.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• P.E. is preferred.

At Atkins

Réalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, Atkins

Réalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life and short‑ and long‑term disability benefits, employer‑matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, leaves of absence options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

Expected compensation range is between $95,000 - $147,600 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Atkins

Réalis is an equal‑opportunity, Drug‑Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please review our Equal Opportunity Statement.