Engineer I/II - Transportation

Civil Engineer I/II - Transportation
Rochester, NY/Buffalo, NY/Albany, NY
RN - CPL - 7398

We are proud to partner with CPL, a multi-disciplined Architecture and Engineering firm with 24 office locations in the United States. Together, we are in search of a Civil Engineer with strong experience in the Transportation sector. This position can be based out of Rochester, Buffalo or Albany, New York.

Since 1975, CPL has been focused on creating projects that make people’s lives better, and they’ve achieved this by working in tandem with their clients, truly listening and learning from their experience. Today, CPL employs over 500 professionals and maintains offices throughout New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina.

By joining CPL, you’ll be part of an organization that wants to see you grow! With defined career ladders, a learning library, and support for tuition and licensing exams, CPL will break down the barriers that might typically impede your professional development.

Role Description

As a Civil Engineer I/II, you will report to a Project Manager or Principal and will coordinate with multidisciplinary professionals on municipal transportation projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and designing plans for new and/or rehabilitated transportation systems (highway and/or bridge), or parts of systems;
• Diagnosing roadway problems and identifying modifications that can improve traffic flow and increase safety;
• Ensuring conformity to industry standards and best practices by reviewing construction plans and calculations for designs and cost estimators;
• Preparing design reports that are administrative, technical or statistical in nature;
• Preparing technical reports for traffic studies;
• Preparing concepts and final designs for turn lanes, intersections, sidewalks and pedestrian facilities;
• Developing horizontal and vertical alignments and preparing proposed cross sections;
• Providing conceptual designs for bicycle facilities and complete streets;
• Assisting in the development of roadway details and special provisions;
• Working collaboratively with other team members, consultants, and clients;
• Proactively assisting Project Managers, Project Engineers and Principals;
• Providing technical support during project construction, including reviewing plans, conducting site inspections, and resolving engineering issues;
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members in developing their technical skills;
• Developing and reviewing engineering designs, drawings, and specifications to ensure high-quality deliverables that meet client expectations and project objectives;
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients by understanding their needs, providing regular updates, and delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions;
• Delegating and providing oversight for the work assigned to Engineering Designers or interns.

Your Qualifications

As the ideal candidate, you will have experience in the design of highway and bridge infrastructure projects, including roadways, intersections, pavement markings, signage, traffic signals, culverts and bridges. You should be a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with at least 4 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Your qualifications should include:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or a related field;
• Proficiency in MicroStation, OpenRoads, and/or other industry best programs, as well as the Microsoft Office Suite;
• Strong comprehension of the design guidelines and standards of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT);
• Strong interpersonal skills with effective written and verbal communication skills;
• Experience juggling multiple projects concurrently without losing sight of crucial details;
• Ability to understand and carry out complex technical oral or written instructions;
• Experience working with NYSDOT CADD Standards.

What CPL Can Offer You:

CPL is ready to invest in your future! That’s why they offer the following benefits to you and your family:

• Internal Mobility & Career Advancement;
• Healthcare for you and your family including spouse coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription insurances. Single Plans with 100% paid premium;
• Flexible Time Off + 8 Holidays a year;
• Retirement Savings Plan - Contribution from CPL to grow your retirement funds;
• Tuition Assistance: You may be eligible for continuing education assistance;
• Student Loan Assistance Program: CPL will contribute up to a maximum of $100 a month for 5 years ($6,000 total) towards student loan debt;
• Licensure Assistance;
• Long-Term Disability Insurance Company/team member premium sharing;
• Flexible Spending Account $5,000 dependent childcare annually paid 100% by team member pre-taxes;
• FREE Life Insurance and AD+D Insurance;
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance.