Roadway Designer

Job Title: Roadway Designer

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated civil engineering designer to join our public works group, focusing on transportation and roadway projects. The position involves design, calculation, and plan preparation from concept design through bid drawings, with opportunities for construction administration. Projects include complex urban and rural roadways, streetscapes, intersection improvements and roundabouts, safety improvements, beautification projects, and trails/shared use paths.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of transportation projects.

• Prepare engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates.

• Assist in performing geometric design, horizontal and vertical alignments, grading, and drainage design.

• Conduct site visits and field investigations as needed to support design and construction activities.

• Collaborate with project managers, tenured engineers, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality projects.

• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.

• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and documentation for project deliverables.

• Participate in meetings with clients, agencies, and stakeholders.

• Support permitting, utility coordination, and construction administration tasks.

• Maintain project documentation and assist with project scheduling and budgeting.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Microstation, Openroads, and Civil 3D.

• Experience in roadway and transportation design.

• Ability to prepare engineering plans and specifications.

• Capability to conduct site visits and field investigations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associates or bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.

• 0-5 years of roadway/transportation design experience.

• Experience in Civil 3D and/or Openroads.

• EIT certification or ability to obtain it in the near future is a plus.

• Bridge engineering experience is a plus.

Work Environment

The work environment offers Friday half-days and is ideally in-office, but there is flexibility for a hybrid model, likely 2 days remote for the right candidate. Some team members work fully remote, although they have been with the company for an extended period. The company provides specialized training with a licensed engineer and offers significant growth opportunities. Projects are prominent and local to Central Ohio, allowing you to see your work in the community.

Please direct any questions or inquiries to '[email protected]'

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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