Senior Design Engineer

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Location:

Indianapolis, IN

• Lead and perform complex roadway design tasks for a variety of transportation projects, including new alignments, widenings, resurfacings, and intersection improvements for INDOT and local agencies.
• Develop and review detailed plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for roadway projects in accordance with INDOT and local standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused team environment.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including traffic, drainage, structures, utilities, and environmental staff, to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Conduct and oversee engineering analyses, including horizontal and vertical alignments, grading, cross sections, quantities, and constructability reviews.
• Serve as a technical resource for clients, responding to design-related questions and providing innovative, cost-effective solutions.
• Support quality control and quality assurance processes, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of deliverables.
• Participate in client meetings, design meetings, and field reviews as a technical expert.
• Stay current with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and INDOT/local agency requirements.
• Assist with proposal development, project scoping, and fee estimation for roadway design pursuits.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited school.
• 10+ years of progressive roadway design experience, with a focus on INDOT and/or local agency projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Indiana (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
• Advanced proficiency in Micro Station, Open Roads Designer, and related design software.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in roadway geometrics, plan development, and PS&E preparation.
• Strong knowledge of INDOT and AASHTO design standards, manuals, and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to clients and team members.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and mentor junior staff.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with quality control/quality assurance processes for transportation design projects.
• Experience working directly with Indiana municipalities, counties, or regional planning agencies.
• Knowledge of Indiana local government infrastructure needs and regulatory environment.
• Familiarity with alternative delivery methods (Design-Build, CMGC, Progressive Design-Build).
• Involvement in professional organizations such as ASCE, ITE, or ACEC.
• Experience with public engagement and stakeholder coordination.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Consulting and Engineering
• Industries:
  Civil Engineering