Transportation Roadway Design Engineer, EIT

Position Summary

The Roadway Design Engineer, EIT supports the design and development of roadway and transportation projects, including local roadways, highways, multi-use paths, and traffic control systems. This role contributes to technical design tasks, modeling, and field coordination in support of safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation solutions.

Essential Job Functions

• Aid in the design of highway, arterial, and local roadway improvements.
• Develop roadway geometry, signing, pavement marking, traffic signal, and maintenance of traffic plans.
• Create 3D models of roadways using appropriate design software.
• Calculate quantities and prepare engineering cost estimates.
• Conduct site visits to support data collection and the design process.
• Prepare alternative evaluation studies, technical memoranda, and similar reports.
• Collaborate with project teams and technical specialists to support project delivery.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Entry-level to up to five (5) years of relevant transportation or roadway design experience.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a transportation focus.
• Experience with MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD, and/or Civil 3D.
• EIT certification with intent to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
• Prior internship or consulting experience in transportation or roadway design.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to perform light to moderate physical activity during site visits, including walking on uneven terrain.
• Occasional lifting of materials or equipment up to approximately 25 pounds.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors

• Combination of office-based work and periodic field/site visits.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions during site visits.
• Standard office environment with moderate noise levels.

Additional Information

• Employment Type: Full-time, regular position.
• Work Schedule: Standard business hours with occasional flexibility based on project needs.
• Travel Requirements: Approximately 15% or more periodic travel may be required to support site visits and project coordination.
• Work Location: Brighton, Michigan (office-based with field work as required).

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

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