Highway Engineer - Entry Level at Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAt Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world!At WRA, you’ll find a collaborative environment that encourages innovation, mentorship, and professional growth. Our employees take pride in making a meaningful impact through high-quality engineering solutions and community-focused projects.We are seeking an Entry-Level Highway Engineer to join our Highway Engineering Group in our State College, PA office.Our team works on a variety of projects within the mid-Atlantic region (PA, MD, DE, VA) and occasionally on national and international projects. Typical clients include state and local transportation agencies such as PennDOT, MDOT, and VDOT as well as private-sector partners. Project scopes range from small-scale intersection improvements to complex interchange and major corridor projects.Responsibilities include:Assist in the development of roadway alignments, profiles, and typical sectionsPrepare construction plans for roadway geometrics, signing and pavement markings, maintenance of traffic (MOT) and erosion and sediment controlPerform drainage and stormwater design tasks in coordination with senior engineersUtilize design software (e.g., Microstation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD) to produce plan sets and 3D modelsSupport preparation of construction specifications, quantity calculations and cost estimatesContribute to technical reports, studies, and design documentationAssist in preparing materials for client meetings, public meetings, and agency submissionsCoordinate with internal design disciplines (structures, traffic, utilities) to integrate design elementsParticipate in occasional site visits for data collection, field verification, or design supportCoordinate with senior engineers on permitting requirements and utility researchWork under the guidance of experienced engineers who will provide mentoring and support toward your professional growthRequirements:Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program0-4 years of relevant experienceRelevant internship/job experience related to transportation engineering preferredAbility to effectively communicate orally/written at all levels of the organizationAbility to handle multiple assignmentsExperience working with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD. Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with othersEngineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferredRequired Submissions:ResumeA copy of current, or most recent, school transcript (If you are applying via a 3rd party site that does not allow attachments, please email transcript to [email protected])Benefits:WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:Flexible work schedule optionsCompetitive salaryLeave accrual and paid holidaysHealthcare benefitsGroup Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insuranceFlexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement401(k) Retirement PlanTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramParental and maternity leave benefitsWRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)***** Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position *****Position #: 2699#LI - Onsite #LI - Entry Level