Entry Level Highway Engineer (56275)

The Edwardsville IL office of Modjeski and Masters is seeking an Entry-Level Highway Design Engineer to join our growing transportation team. This position is ideal for recent graduates or early-career engineers who are looking to build their experience in highway and transportation design. Full-time opportunities are available.

What Were Looking For

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university
  • Emphasis in Highway or Transportation Engineering preferred.
• 0 to 4years of relevant experience in transportation or highway engineering.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred or the ability to obtain certification.
• Strong interest in the planning design and development of transportation infrastructure projects.
• Basic familiarity with MicroStation AutoCAD OpenRoads and/or Civil 3D is a plus.
• Strong organizational analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proficiency in English.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

What Youll Do

• Work closely with experienced engineers and technical staff on a variety of transportation engineering projects.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering plans specifications and cost estimates.
• Support highway design efforts including roadway geometry drainage pavement design intersections ADA compliance traffic control and transportation management plans.
• Participate in the preparation of roadway traffic control signing and pavement marking utility erosion and sediment control and cross-section plans.
• Coordinate with internal project teams and external subconsultants supporting surveying geotechnical investigations traffic studies and environmental permitting efforts.
• Assist with field reviews site visits and data collection activities as needed.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical proposals and statements of qualifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned while developing technical and professional skills under the guidance of experienced engineers.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid work environment
• Annual bonus program based on individual and company performance
• Nine paid holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Starting at 17 days annually
  • Increases with years of service
• Comprehensive cafeteria-style benefits package including:
  • Medical Dental and Vision coverage
  • Group Term Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Short-Term Disability Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Identity Protection Services
  • Optional Dependent Life Insurance
  • Additional voluntary benefits

Who We Are

Modjeski and Masters (M&M) is a nationally recognized transportation engineering firm with a strong bridge engineering heritage. For more than 130 years we have delivered innovative engineering solutions and have played a key role in the design and maintenance of some of the nations most iconic transportation structures.

Our highway engineers support a wide range of projects from bridge approaches and interchanges to major roadway and corridor improvement programs. As an Entry-Level Highway Design Engineer you will gain hands-on experience working on meaningful transportation projects while receiving mentorship from experienced professionals who are committed to your growth and development.

This position provides an excellent opportunity to build a strong technical foundation collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and develop a rewarding career in transportation engineering.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Modjeski and Masters is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/M/F/D/V). No third-party candidates please.

Questions regarding open positions may be directed to:Recruiting CoordinatorJamie Kibler

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