Design Engineer, Highway Design

Brudis & Associates, Inc.

. Collaboratively work with a group or independently on small- or large-scale multi-discipline projects .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeColumbia • Maryland • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,000 - $98,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in highway design and drainage design, with proficiency in CADD and Microstation software. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within project teams are essential.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Highway Design ExperienceCADD ProficiencyMicrostation KnowledgeFundamentals Of Engineering Exam (FE/EIT)Project Management Support

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Highway DesignHighway Drainage DesignProject PlanningHorizontal Geometrics DevelopmentVertical Geometrics DevelopmentSite Improvement DesignUtilities DesignTraffic Maintenance DesignPavement Markings DesignADA Compliance Design

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationTeamworkRelationship BuildingIntegrity

Tools & Technologies

CADD SoftwareMicrostationMicrosoft OfficeGIS Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

BSCE in Civil EngineeringFundamentals Of Engineering Exam (FE/EIT)

Industry Keywords

Design ServicesProject SchedulesProject BudgetsDesign QualitySafety Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaboratively work with a group or independently on small- or large-scale multi-discipline projects
Assist with development of project plans under the guidance of project engineers and project managers
Develop plans, specifications, and estimates for design services
Perform highway design and highway drainage design
Support concept design and analysis
Develop horizontal and vertical geometrics
Design parking lots, site improvements, utilities, maintenance of traffic, signing and pavement markings, ADA, sidewalk, and bicycle facilities
Address project schedules, budgets, and design quality

Requirements

What you’ll need

BSCE in Civil Engineering or appropriate discipline
Minimum two (2) years of design experience in highway design
Working knowledge of CADD and Microstation and associated design software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong computer skills including Microsoft office products and GIS applications
Ability to work well within a project team by building relationships and teamwork
High-level of integrity, ethics, quality service, and safety
Maintain a positive rapport with supervisor and employees
Ability to travel to project sites
Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE/EIT) or equivalent a plus, but not required
Must be authorized to work in the US or obtain required authorization
Willingness to undergo a background check
If not already local, willingness to relocate to Columbia, MD within six months of hire

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent potential for career advancement
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Company health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401k plan with company matching