Roadway Engineer
About the role
We are seeking a Roadway Engineer to join our South Carolina Transportation Business Group. The ideal candidate will be responsible for serving in a technical role under the direction of a Project Manager on the engineering development of urban and rural highway/roadway projects. Duties include overseeing the work of CAD Designers and possibly EITs, preparing detailed engineering designs for roadway and highway projects, participating in activities ranging from site feasibility analysis to final design and through the construction phase, assuming some project management duties, and interacting with clients as needed.
Responsibilities
- Serve in a technical role under the direction of a Project Manager on the engineering development of urban and rural highway/roadway projects
- Oversee the work of CAD Designers, and possibly EITs
- Prepare detailed engineering designs for roadway and highway projects
- Participate in activities ranging from site feasibility analysis to final design and through the construction phase
- Assume some project management duties and interact with clients as needed
- Perform other duties as needed
Requirements
- A minimum of 3 years' experience in all aspects of roadway engineering design
- A Bachelor's degree
- A Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Hands-on experience with Highways and Roads CAD engineering software such as Bentley ConceptStation and Open Roads Designer and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3d
- MS Office knowledge
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Experience should include urban and rural highway interchanges, intersection design, traffic management, transportation planning, site planning, preparation of concept alignments, geometrical layout and CAD base alignment plans
Preferred Qualifications
- Local candidates are preferred
Qualifications
- A minimum of 3 years' experience in all aspects of roadway engineering design
- A Bachelor's degree
- A Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Hands-on experience with Highways and Roads CAD engineering software such as Bentley ConceptStation and Open Roads Designer and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3d
- MS Office knowledge
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Experience should include urban and rural highway interchanges, intersection design, traffic management, transportation planning, site planning, preparation of concept alignments, geometrical layout and CAD base alignment plans
Skills
- Strong technical skills in roadway engineering
- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Project management experience
Benefits
At HDR, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth and development. We also provide a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where employee-owners can thrive and make a meaningful impact.
Pay
The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
This is a full-time position with a standard workweek.
Business Class
Highways
Job Posting Date
Jul 7, 2026
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.