Senior Highway Engineer- Streets & Highways Group
- All Office Locations
- $95,000 - $120,000 (base salary)
- Regular Full-Time
In this role, you will provide design leadership and technical support on roadway and transportation infrastructure projects across the northwest, contributing your expertise to one of the region's top-ranked transportation teams. We are seeking an innovative, self-motivated, and team-oriented leader with a passion for transportation infrastructure, a comprehensive range of roadway design experience, and strong leadership skills.
This role offers significant growth opportunities, including career advancement and leadership pathways within RPA.
As a Senior Highway Designer, you will work with a team of engineers on diverse transportation design projects, from rural highways to complex urban interchanges. Responsibilities include:
- Design Leadership: Serve as the discipline lead for roadway design on projects of varying complexity and scope.
- Project Management: Plan, manage, and oversee all aspects of small- to medium-sized projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables on time and within budget.
- Collaboration: Act as a team leader for complex, multi-disciplinary projects, coordinating with engineers, clients, and agencies.
- Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and agencies through proactive communication and exceptional service.
- Mentorship: Guide and develop junior engineers, fostering technical and professional growth within the team.
- Documentation & Analysis: Prepare written reports, calculations, and comprehensive design documentation.
RequirementsWe are looking for a highly skilled professional who combines strong technical knowledge in highway design with leadership abilities and a commitment to teamwork. The ideal candidate will meet the following qualifications:
- Education and Certification: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or related field) with a Professional Engineering (PE) license in Montana, or ability to obtain within six months.
- Experience: 6+ years of progressive experience in roadway design. Prior design experience with projects for the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) or Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is highly desirable.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in roadway design software including Civil3D, MicroStation, and GEOPAK.
- Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple deadlines effectively. Strong interpersonal skills, common sense, and a solutions-oriented approach are essential for success in this role.
BenefitsOur comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Generous Retirement Plan: RPA contributes to your retirement future, with no match required, starting on day one.
- 100% Employee Owned: Our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) provides you with direct ownership in the company, aligning your success with ours.
- Competitive Salary and Bonuses: Enjoy a rewarding compensation structure including competitive base salary and company-wide bonus program.
- Flexible Work Environment: We support work-life balance with excellent leave policies, flexible schedules, and paid time over 40 hours per week.
- Professional Growth: We support and encourage professional development and involvement in civic/professional organizations and provide ample opportunity for career growth within RPA.
Additional details about our benefits can be found on our RPA Advantage Page.
