Highway Engineer I
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 24, 2026.
The Opportunity
RS&H is seeking a Highway Engineer to join our growing Infrastructure team. This position offers a flexible hybrid work schedule, combining in-office collaboration with remote work.
In this role, you'll contribute to the planning, design, and delivery of roadway and highway projects for DOT, county, and municipal clients. You'll work alongside a collaborative team of engineers and technical professionals, supporting projects from concept development through construction while helping shape transportation infrastructure that connects communities.
What You'll Do
- Perform roadway and highway design, engineering analysis, and plan production for transportation projects
- Prepare project specifications, reports, cost estimates, technical studies, and construction documents
- Analyze and interpret engineering data to develop practical and innovative design solutions
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects on schedule and within budget
- Conduct quality control reviews and participate in field reviews and construction observations
- Support project delivery by monitoring schedules, budgets, and task progress
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff and engineering support team members
- Assist with client development, proposal efforts, and business development initiatives
What You'll Need
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Colorado preferred
- Minimum 5 years of roadway/highway engineering experience
- Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local transportation design standards, regulations, and codes
- Experience of preparing construction documents and engineering plans
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop innovative, practical solutions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients, contractors, stakeholders, and project team members
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and/or Autodesk Civil 3D and Bluebeam Revu
- Experience delivering projects for DOT, county, and municipal clients
Why RS&H?
At RS&H, you'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful transportation projects while collaborating with talented professionals who are passionate about improving communities. We foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, and professional growth, giving you the support and resources needed to advance your career.
The typical salary range for this position in Colorado is $98,500 - $127,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Please note: no agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy. Candidates should apply directly to this role to be considered. It is the responsibility of all third-party recruiting and employment agencies to know and adhere to our recruiting policy.
The Company
Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.