Project Engineer – Highway Design
- Streets & Highways Group
- All Office Locations (remote and satellite opportunities considered)
- $75,000 - $95,000 (base salary)
- Regular Full-Time
JOB OVERVIEW
Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA) is excited to offer a dynamic opportunity for a Project Engineer within our Streets and Highways Group. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful roadway and transportation infrastructure projects across the northwest. As part of one of the region’s top-ranked transportation teams, you will apply your expertise to support and lead various aspects of highway design. We are looking for an innovative and motivated team player with a passion for transportation engineering and a strong foundation in roadway design. This position provides excellent opportunities for professional growth, including career advancement within RPA.
Company Culture and Benefits
At RPA, our employee-owners are the cornerstone of our success. That is why we invest in you, your professional development, your community, and your future, celebrating both your work achievements and personal milestones. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Generous Retirement Plan: RPA contributes to your retirement future, with no match required, starting on day one.
- 100% Employee Owned: Our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) provides you with direct ownership in the company, aligning your success with ours.
- Competitive Salary and Bonuses: Enjoy a rewarding compensation structure including competitive base salary and company-wide bonus program.
- Flexible Work Environment: We support work-life balance with excellent leave policies, flexible schedules, and paid time over 40 hours per week.
- Professional Growth: We support and encourage professional development and involvement in civic/professional organizations and provide ample opportunity for career growth within RPA.
Additional details about our benefits can be found on our RPA Advantage Page.
WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS POSITION
As a Project Engineer, you will work on a variety of transportation projects, from rural highways to urban streets and interstates. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Design & Engineering: Lead and support roadway design tasks, including geometric layout, grading, and drainage analysis.
- Project Development: Prepare roadway design plans, specifications, and cost estimates in compliance with local, state, and federal standards.
- Technical Analysis & Reports: Conduct engineering analysis, feasibility studies, and prepare comprehensive design documentation.
- Collaboration & Coordination: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and regulatory agencies to develop efficient, cost-effective solutions.
- Project Support: Assist in budgeting, scheduling, quality control, and client communication to ensure successful project execution.
Qualifications
We are looking for a detail-oriented, self-motivated engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate has:
- Education and Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field) with a Professional Engineering (PE) license in Montana, or ability to obtain within six months.
- Experience: 4-8 years of progressive experience in roadway design, ideally with projects for the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) or Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
- Technical Expertise: Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D with a deep understanding of DOT, FHWA, AASHTO, and local transportation design standards.
- Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple tasks effectively. Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills are essential for success in this role.
About RPA
Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA) is a distinguished, 100% employee-owned civil engineering, planning, and land surveying firm headquartered in Montana. Established in 1978, we are renowned for our personalized service and commitment to designing practical and sustainable solutions for our clients.
We champion an open leadership style based on mutual trust, empowering our team members to influence the future of RPA. Our commitment to a collaborative culture has fostered consistent growth and one of the lowest staff turnover rates in the industry. At RPA, our core values—listening, respect, integrity, empowerment, teamwork, and social responsibility—drive our success and shape our dynamic work environment.
Our Locations
Recruiting and retaining people who complement our company culture is a top priority at RPA. We provide services from three well-established and connected offices at key locations across Montana. With hiking, skiing, biking, hunting, fishing, arts, theatre, and more right out our back door, each office offers easy access to the things that make Big Sky Country so unique.
- Helena: Our corporate headquarters with access to award-winning trails and a lively downtown community.
- Kalispell: Nestled between mountain ranges and ski hills, with Glacier National Park nearby.
- Bozeman: Renowned for its quality of life, cultural offerings, and proximity to Yellowstone National Park.
Whether you seek adventure in the backcountry or prefer the serenity of nature, RPA offers the flexibility to balance your career and personal passions.
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