Civil Highway Engineer
Listed on 2026-04-09
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer, Safety Engineer, Structural Engineer
ENGINEERS | SURVEYORS | PLANNERS | SCIENTISTS
Morrison‑Maierle is a 100% employee‑owned firm specializing in integrated consulting and design services in engineering, planning, surveying, and science. As a trusted partner to our clients, we deliver reliable, high‑quality results, grounded in a deep understanding of local context and regional needs.
Position: Civil Highway Engineer
Job status: Exempt‑salaried
Location: Helena, MT (Relocation assistance provided)
We know work is just one part of life. That’s why we offer a total rewards package designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between. As an employee‑owner, you’ll receive competitive pay, bonuses that recognize your contributions, and benefits that promote your health, growth, and well‑being. Whether it’s your family, hobbies, or future goals, we’ve got you covered.
- $80,000‑$115,000 base pay (DOE) with generous wage growth
- Annual bonuses because your contributions matter
- Ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); 100% company‑paid ownership contributions
- 90% company paid shared health plan premiums
- Paid time off in year one for the things you love to do
- Paid parental leave and volunteer time off
- Six paid company holidays
- Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life
- 401(k) matching program
- AD&D Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance paid by the company
Since 1945, our longstanding engineering legacy as a 100% employee‑owned company ensures safety, security, and growth for you. We create solutions that build better communities. We are a client‑ and people‑focused culture that allows us to thrive as a top 500 engineering firm due to our unified team, diverse strengths, and individual contributions. It is why Morrison‑Maierle has been voted by Zeig“Best Places to Work.”
Join us as a Civil Highway Project Engineer within our Transportation group to be part of this success.
The Civil Highway Engineer will be responsible for the planning and designing of road and transportation infrastructure, ensuring safety, efficiency, and environmental considerations. The primary project focus will be on federal highways, high‑speed, multi‑lane systems, and bridges for DOT clients. These responsibilities include:
- Work with clients to understand their vision and scope of the project.
- Analyze survey data, traffic patterns, and other relevant data to optimize road design and ensure functionality and safety.
- Guide design and entry‑level engineers on project designs, drafting plans, drawings, and modeling according to project specifications.
- Lead project tasks and/or project phases.
- Become the technical lead and engineer of record for larger project areas.
- Utilize design software to support project designs, drafting plans, drawings, and modeling according to project specifications.
- Develop detailed plans for new roads, highways, and related infrastructure.
- Involved in the improvement of existing road infrastructure, ensuring its continued safety and efficiency.
- Ensure that engineering designs comply with relevant DOT regulations and safety standards.
- Draft technical writing pieces such as Requests for Proposals, report writing, project specifications, and memorandums.
- Provide construction administration services during the construction phase of the project.
“As employee‑owners, we don’t just work here, we grow here. Together, we take on challenging projects, support one another, and create opportunities to thrive. Our culture empowers every team member to find success—professionally and financially—while building something greater than themselves.” – Arian Bloomfield, President/CEO
YOUR STRENGTHS- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent ABET‑accredited engineering program
- Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred or willing to obtain after‑hire
- Minimum of 5+ years of US‑based experience in highway and roadway civil design engineering for federal and state projects
- Minimum of one year of project engineering experience leading small teams and project phases
- Working knowledge of federal and state roadway regulations and processes
- Proficiency with engineering design software such as…
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