Roadway Project Engineer

Roadway Project Engineer I

We have an exciting career opportunity for a Project Engineer with our Civil Roadway team in Tennessee! The ideal candidate has experience with civil transportation design and comprehensive knowledge of roadway projects and developing plans in accordance with local DOT standards.

This position will report to our Franklin or Nashville office on a hybrid work schedule.

• Work closely with senior staff to deliver transportation projects
• Ability to work independently within a design team to execute project work plans
• Be accountable for budgets and schedules provided by the Project Manager
• Mentor junior staff
• Interact with clients, agencies, and other project stakeholders

• A minimum of 4 years of diverse and progressive civil transportation design experience
• Licensed PE in the state of TN or able to obtain licensure through comity within one year
• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering
• Experience working with public agencies, private entities and/or municipalities
• Progressive experience with developing plans, specifications, and submissions per DOT standards and requirements
• Excellent communication and client relation skills
• Strong organizational skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
• Advanced use of Micro Station and Geopak. Open Roads Designer experience a plus
• Assure compliance with project CADD standards
• Ability to work independently and develop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner

We invest in our people, not just our projects.

• Career growth with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

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