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 various stages of project development from site feasibility analysis to final design, and performing project management tasks 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 in Civil Engineering or a related field
• 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 in Civil Engineering or a related field
• 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

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

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.

Employee Status

This is a Regular position.

Business Class

This role is in the Highways industry.

Job Posting

July 7, 2026

Company Beliefs

We believe transportation is more than movement; it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. HDR is our company, and together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day.

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.