Roadway Designer/Specifications Writer

About the Role

We’re looking for a roadway designer/specifications writer to prepare project specifications and estimates and develop the roadway portion of contract plans for projects in Region 4: central Oregon. Join our team to help provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and supports Oregon's communities and economy.

Hybrid work options are available, with in-office work anticipated a few times per month. Occasional nights, weekends, overnight travel, and work around construction sites, heavy traffic, and hazardous conditions may be required.

Responsibilities

• Write project specifications and determine estimates.
• Design and prepare plans for low to moderately complex roadway projects.
• Prepare and distribute calculation books.
• Develop detailed digital terrain models, provide grade reports, and approve design changes.
• Prepare eBids and construction handoff packages.
• Perform quality checks on projects.
• Provide technical and procedural guidance on project development and delivery issues.
• Collaborate with designers and consultants and share project design information.

Requirements

• Completion of and passing score on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam AND one year of experience applying professional engineering theory, principles, and methods.
• OR a bachelor's degree in an engineering field appropriate to the duties and responsibilities of the position AND one year of experience applying professional engineering theory, principles, and methods.
• A valid US driver license and an acceptable driving record (driving is an essential function of this position).

Preferred Qualifications

If you have these attributes, let us know in your application materials:

• Experience with three-dimensional (3D) modeling, including creating alignments and surfaces and using computer software.
• Experience developing roadway plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and interact with various interested parties, all with different goals.

Benefits

• Work/life balance, including 11 paid holidays a year and flexible work schedules.
• Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range ($6,396 - $9,916 monthly). Salary increases by 6% for PERS members or those who become eligible.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity.

Pay

Monthly salary range: $6,396 - $9,916 (non-PERS). If you are a PERS member or become eligible, the salary range increases by 6%.