Entry-Level Civil/Highway Engineer
The Entry-Level Civil/Highway Engineer at Confidential Client supports the design and development of highway and transportation infrastructure projects, including roadway rehabilitation, intersection improvements, and highway widening. Working under supervision, the engineer performs technical calculations, 3D modeling, and assists in preparing project documentation to contribute to safe and efficient transportation solutions. This role offers exposure to diverse projects and advanced civil engineering software within a collaborative, hybrid work environment.
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Role Overview
Confidential Client is seeking an Entry-Level Civil/Highway Engineer for a full-time, hybrid position located in William Penn Annex East, PA. This early-career role will support highway and roadway design projects under the supervision of a Project Engineer and is ideal for recent civil engineering graduates or candidates with internship experience in transportation engineering.
What You’ll Do
- Contribute to the design of roadway rehabilitation, safety improvement, intersection optimization, and limited-access highway projects.
- Perform horizontal and vertical geometry design and pavement design calculations.
- Develop 3D models and deliverables using civil design software (Bentley OpenRoads Designer and/or Autodesk Civil 3D).
- Assist with signing and pavement marking plans, traffic control and staging layouts, ADA/accessible design, and bicycle/pedestrian accommodations.
- Collect and review existing site information and perform site investigations as required.
- Produce technical calculations, construction documents, technical reports, and project specifications.
- Complete work according to agreed budget and schedule while working collaboratively within a design team.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
- Eligibility to work in the U.S.; sponsorship is not available for this role.
Preferred Qualifications
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam passed, or plan to take within six months.
- Experience or familiarity with Autodesk Civil 3D, Bentley OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD, or MicroStation.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Internship or prior experience with engineering firms, contractors, or state DOTs on highway/transportation projects.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: USD 75,000 – USD 85,000 per year (offered rate based on education, experience, and location).
- Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, paid time off, retirement savings, and employee support resources — specific benefits depend on employment status.
Additional Details & Conditions
- Work location model: Hybrid; in-person Day 1 onboarding at a client office is required.
- Relocation assistance is not available.
- U.S. employment sponsorship is not available now or in the future.
- Confidential Client is committed to a secure hiring process and will not request money or sensitive personal information outside standard onboarding procedures.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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