Roadway Design Engineer

About Lochner

Founded in 1944, Lochner is a trusted infrastructure services provider for aviation, surface transportation and water clients. We deliver high‑quality, forward‑looking solutions to complex challenges while fostering an agile, engaged, and empowered workforce.

Lochon’s Raleigh, NC office is seeking an experienced Micro Station Open Roads Designer. The role involves producing and assisting engineers in creating detailed design models, plans, and construction documents while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality design solutions on time and within budget.

• Develop roadway and civil design models using Micro Station and Open Roads Designer.
• Prepare 3D design models, plan/profile sheets, cross‑sections, and construction drawings.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to refine designs and meet client requirements.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal DOT standards.
• Conduct quality control and design reviews to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Mentor and provide technical support to junior designers and CAD staff.

• Proficiency in Bentley Micro Station CONNECT Edition and Open Roads Designer.
• 5+ years of experience in roadway/civil design projects.
• Strong knowledge of transportation design standards (AASHTO, NCDOT, FHWA, or equivalent).
• Demonstrated ability to prepare construction documents from design to final submittal.
• Proficiency with Project Wise for project collaboration.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

• Experience with InRoads or Geopak (legacy Bentley products).
• Prior work on NCDOT or municipal roadway projects.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Drafting/Design, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

• Competitive premiums for medical, dental, and vision.
• Paid time off and flexible holiday program.
• Company paid disability and life insurance.
• Health savings account with employer contribution.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and dependent care.
• Paid family leave.
• Retirement plan with employer match.
• Flexible work schedules (hybrid or remote, when possible).
• Wellness program for physical and mental health.
• Lochner Cares non‑profit 501(c)(3).
• Education and training assistance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee discounts.
• Paid time off for charitable acts of service.

Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.