Highway Designer I

We Make Everything Around Us Better

At PRIME AE, that’s not a slogan, it’s how we work.

Every bridge, building, campus, park, and roadway we design exists to improve how people live, move, learn, and connect. Through architecture, engineering, planning, and consulting, we partner with clients to create thoughtful, practical solutions that leave communities stronger than we found them.

If you want your work to matter, and to be surrounded by smart, collaborative people who care about doing things the right way, you’ll feel at home here.

Who We Are:

PRIME AE Group, Inc. (www.primeeng.com) is a nationally ranked, full-service architecture and engineering firm driven by collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to strengthening the communities we serve. With a growing footprint of offices across the country and a diverse team of more than 550 professionals, we partner with public and private sector clients to deliver thoughtful, high-impact solutions across transportation, education, healthcare, municipal, federal, commercial, and recreational markets.

Our culture blends entrepreneurial energy with the resources of a scaled, multidisciplinary platform—giving our people the opportunity to shape meaningful projects while influencing the future direction of the firm. As PRIME AE continues to expand its capabilities, geographic reach, and leadership bench, this is an exciting time to join a team that is building momentum, investing in growth, and empowering leaders to make a lasting impact.

The Opportunity:

We are currently seeking a Highway Designer I to join our Transportation team in Pittsburgh or Harrisburg, PA, with flexible virtual or in-office work arrangements.

This is an exciting opportunity for an entry-level civil engineering professional who is eager to develop technical skills, gain hands-on highway design experience, and contribute to meaningful transportation infrastructure projects.

You will work alongside experienced engineers, designers, and project managers to support the planning and design of roadway, highway, and transportation improvement projects that enhance mobility, safety, and connectivity throughout Pennsylvania.

In this role, you will gain valuable experience with industry design software, engineering standards, and transportation design practices while building a strong foundation for continued professional growth.

What You’ll Do:

As a Highway Designer I, you will assist with the planning, analysis, and design of highway, roadway, and transportation infrastructure projects under the guidance of experienced engineering professionals.

You will support the development of engineering plans, design calculations, technical documentation, and construction drawings while gaining experience with MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and applicable transportation design standards.

You will also collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, participate in project coordination, and contribute to the successful delivery of transportation projects from preliminary design through final construction documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Highway & Roadway Design: Assist with the planning and design of highway, roadway, and transportation infrastructure projects, including roadway layouts, alignments, profiles, cross sections, and related civil engineering improvements.
• Engineering Analysis & Problem-Solving: Perform basic engineering analyses, calculations, and technical assignments while applying problem-solving techniques to develop practical and effective transportation design solutions.
• Design Software & Technical Development: Learn and utilize MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, AutoCAD, and other engineering software to prepare design plans, 3D models, construction drawings, and supporting project documentation.
• Transportation Design Coordination: Support design activities involving grading, drainage, utilities, traffic control, signing and pavement markings, erosion and sediment control, and related transportation infrastructure elements.
• Design Standards & Regulatory Compliance: Assist with reviewing and applying local, state, and federal engineering standards, specifications, and transportation design guidelines, including applicable Pennsylvania transportation requirements.
• Project Documentation & Team Collaboration: Assist with quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, specifications, and technical reports while collaborating with engineers, designers, and project managers to complete assignments and meet project schedules.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related engineering field; master's degree preferred.
• 0–3 years of experience preferred in highway, roadway, transportation, or civil engineering projects. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT/EI) certification preferred, or an interest in pursuing professional engineering development.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, or similar engineering design software, with a willingness to learn new technical tools and applications.
• Basic understanding of civil engineering principles, roadway design, transportation infrastructure, and applicable engineering standards, gained through coursework, internships, or professional experience.
• Familiarity with grading, drainage, roadway alignments, cross sections, traffic control, signing and pavement markings, utilities, or construction documentation considered a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.
• A demonstrated willingness to learn, accept technical guidance, manage assigned responsibilities, and develop professionally in a collaborative engineering environment.

Why PRIME AE:

We don’t just fill positions; we invest in people.

At PRIME AE, you’ll find a supportive, flexible environment where careers are built intentionally, not accidentally. You’ll work on projects that improve everyday life, alongside colleagues who challenge and respect one another.

What sets us apart:

Our Commitment:

PRIME AE Group is committed to creating an inclusive environment where differences are respected, voices are heard, and everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

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