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Highway/Roadway Engineer 5

CDM Smith

Lansing, MI

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
3D Modeling, Analysis Skills, Background Investigation, Bentley MicroStation, Best Practices, Bid Packages, Business Development, Business Solutions, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CADD (Computer-Aided Design and Drafting), Construction, Construction Planning, Cost Estimates, Engineering Management, Federal Laws and Regulations, Hydraulic Engineering, Leadership, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Word, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Professional Engineer, Proposal Development, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Request for Proposals (RFP), Safety/Work Safety, Software Design, State Laws and Regulations, Statutory Laws, Stormwater Management, Structural Engineering, Technical Leadership, Technical Writing, Transportation Engineering, Transportation Planning, Wiki, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Lansing, MI
POSTED
10 days ago
**Company Overview** Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/resources/videos/meet-cdm-smith) **Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.** Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. **Job Description** We are seeking an experienced Transportation/Roadway Engineer to join our Lansing team and support MDOT roadway and bridge projects across Michigan. The job is in office, mandatory 2 days per week and remote work eligible 3 days per week. This is a hands-on technical role for engineers who enjoy producing high-quality designs, solving complex roadway and drainage challenges, and mentoring junior staff—while contributing to impactful transportation infrastructure. Key Responsibilities-Roadway & Civil Design Develop design criteria, geometric layouts, alignments, superelevation, and detailed roadway calculations. Produce construction plans and proposal packages in accordance with MDOT’s Plan Development Guide and Design Wiki. Apply advanced 3D modeling techniques to deliver accurate, high-quality roadway designs. Software & Technical Expertise Perform production-level design using Bentley MicroStation and MDOT OpenRoads Designer (ORD) Connect Edition. Prepare special provisions, cost estimates, and technical documentation. Conduct fieldwork to evaluate existing conditions and support design decisions. Drainage, Hydraulics & Structures Support Complete drainage studies, storm sewer design, stormwater management, and BMP implementation. Perform hydraulic analysis and modeling for bridges and culverts, including scour evaluations. Work Zone & Traffic Control Develop Transportation Management Plans (TMPs) in accordance with MDOT’s Work Zone Safety and Mobility Manual. Design traffic control plans that promote safe, efficient construction and mobility. Quality, Collaboration & Leadership Ensure work meets high standards through adherence to corporate QA/QC procedures. Support proposal development and contribute technical input for RFP responses. Participate in industry events and assist with business development efforts. Mentor and supervise junior engineers, providing technical guidance and professional development. **Qualifications** *Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline. *Professional engineering (PE) license. *7 years of related experience. *Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. *Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. **Preferred Qualifications** *MicroStation & OpenRoads: Production-level proficiency with Bentley MicroStation and MDOT OpenRoads Designer (ORD) Connect Edition.*Work Zone Safety: Strong understanding of Transportation Management Plans (TMPs) per MDOT's Workzone Safety and Mobility Manual.*Hydraulics & Scour Analysis: Experience in hydraulic analysis and modeling for bridges and culverts, including scour evaluation.*Drainage Design: Skilled in drainage studies, storm sewer design, stormwater management, and Best Management Practices (BMPs).#LI-HYBRID#LI-MS1 **Skills & Abilities** Expert Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Expert Knowledge of engineer principles of design. Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations. Basic knowledge of design standards (AASHTO, NACTO, etc.). **Amount of Travel Required** 10% or less **EEO Statement** We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. **Background Check and Drug Testing Information** CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. **Pay Range Min** USD $87,131.00 **Pay Range Max** USD $152,485.00 **Visa Sponsorship Available** No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

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