Highway Project Engineer

STV

Last Updated: 2/23/2026 1:30:00 PM

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Current Days Open
96
Reqs Seen
1
Current Min Salary
$85,226.60 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$113,635.46 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
96
First Seen
11/20/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$85,226.60 (Yearly)
2/23/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$113,635.46 (Yearly)
2/23/2026

Full Job Description

STV currently has openings for a Highway Project Engineer in the Transportation group in Pennsylvania STV is seeking an experienced and motivated Highway Project Engineer to join our Pennsylvania team. You can be based in Douglassville, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, or Philadelphia. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in MicroStation Inroads software, with Bentley's OpenRoads experience as a valuable asset. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of roadway, highway, and transit projects, contributing to innovative design solutions that meet the highest quality standards, budget constraints, and project schedules. Key Responsibilities: Develop and refine 3D models, alignments, profiles, corridors, and cross-sections for transportation projects. Mentor and train junior engineers in highway geometry and the effective use of Modeling software offering guidance and support to build their technical skills. Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team, including engineers, surveyors, planners,and project managers, to integrate design elements into comprehensive project plans. Prepare detailed drawings, plans, and technical specifications for roadway, highway, and transit infrastructure projects. Conduct thorough design reviews, constructability assessments, and quality control checks to ensure designs align with project objectives and regulatory standards. Contribute to the preparation of project reports, presentations, and client communications to ensure effective project delivery. Stay current with industry trends, software advancements, and best practices related to OpenRoads, applying new knowledge to enhance project outcomes. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field. Masters Degree is a plus P.E. License in Pennsylvania Strong proficiency in MicroStation Inroads with Bentleys OpenRoads Designer being a plus A minimum of 6 years of experience in transportation engineering, with a strong focus on roadway design, alignment optimization, and geometric design. Experience with signing, pavement marking and traffic control plan development Traffic signal and ITS design experience is a plus Familiarity with design standards and guidelines, including PennDOT, AASHTO, and FHWA. Strong technical skills in Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent communication skills, with proven teamwork and problem-solving abilities. Stormwater management and Erosion and Sedimentation Control design and permitting a plus Professional society membership and involvement is a plus. Compensation Range: $85,226.60 - $113,635.46 Dont meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At STV, we are fully committed to expanding our culture of diversity and inclusion, one that will reflect the clients we serve and the communities we work in, so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. STV offers the following benefits Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) Disability insurance Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment 401(k) Plan Retirement Counseling Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off (16 days) Paid Holidays (8 days) Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) Continuing Education Program Professional Licensure and Society Memberships STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STVs good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications. STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,300 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 34th in Engineering News-Records Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 11th in its transportation category. STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world-class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. Were also committed to delivering formative career experiences and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm. We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations. Learn more atstvinc.com. STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more. STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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