Transportation Engineering Designer

Transportation Engineering Designer

Join BETA Group, Inc. – a leading consulting engineering firm that has earned a reputation as one of the region’s premier engineering consultancies. BETA Group is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Transportation Engineering Designer to join our dynamic and growing team.

Full-time

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers, planners, scientists, and technical professionals on a wide range of impactful infrastructure projects. The role involves working on the development of transportation infrastructure projects such as highways, intersections, traffic signals, signage, and pedestrian/bicycle facilities. This position bridges technical drafting, traffic analysis, design development, and project documentation.

• Assist in the design and development of roadway and highway improvement projects, including alignment, profiles, cross‑sections, grading, and drainage
• Utilize AutoCAD software to prepare construction plans and specifications in accordance with federal, state (e.g., RIDOT), and local requirements
• Perform geometric design, quantity takeoffs, and assist with pavement markings, traffic control, and ADA compliance elements
• Support preparation of technical reports, permit applications, and design calculations
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams, including transportation planners, traffic engineers, environmental scientists, and GIS team members
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards such as AASHTO, MUTCD, and local DOT guidelines
• Participate in field investigations, site visits, and data collection as needed
• Maintain accurate project documentation and assist with quality control reviews

Preferred location is BETA’s Lincoln, RI office. Candidates should have flexibility to work from our other office locations. BETA also offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing employees to request working remotely up to 2 days per week.

• BETA encourages and promotes employee advancement and career development
• Leads to potential advancement to more senior technical positions and project management

• "Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, or related field"
• 0 to 3 years of related engineering experience in highway design, stormwater management, ADA compliance, and roadway construction practices
• Proficient with AutoCAD Civil3D
• Experience with MUTCD, AASHTO, RIDOT design requirements
• Experience with RIDEM and CRMC permitting regulations
• Solid understanding of engineering theory and concepts and their application
• Proficient in the use of current technology (i.e., tablets, smart phones, laptops, etc.)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong technical aptitude and an eagerness to learn
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail
• Must be able to collect field data and measurements including but not limited to roadway, sidewalk, and utility assets; and perform asset inspections
• Must be able to lift/move objects weighing up to 40 pounds
• Must be able to perform field work in both hot and cold weather (rain and/or snow)
• Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

• EIT (Fundamentals of Engineering)
• OSHA Certifications (e.g., OSHA 10‑Construction)

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition Assistance
• Professional Development
• Employee Engagement Program
• 401(k) Plan with annual 401k match

BETA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be eligible for employment in the USA without sponsorship.

$69,000 – $87,000 or commensurate

Entry level

Full‑time

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Civil Engineering