Civil Engineer (Highway/Roadway)

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Providence, Rhode Island, US on site Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted March 6, 2026 Last posted March 6, 2026
Job description

CDR Maguire Inc., a national multi-disciplinary engineering firm with an office in Providence, PA, has an opening for talented, team focused Civil Engineers in specialty areas including roadway/highway design and drainage/stormwater design. This position is for an individual looking to challenge themselves on a variety of transportation projects in the region.

We are looking for Civil Engineers who have a positive attitude and enjoy working in a team environment. The successful candidate will join a growing team of transportation professionals and play a supporting role in the highway design components of roadway projects throughout Pennsylvania and Massachusetts.

Essential Functions

  • Design roadways in accordance with AASHTO DOT specifications and CADD Standards using Microstation.
  • Develop design plans and calculations, technical specifications, and construction cost estimates.
  • Prepare engineering reports and technical studies such as design memos, feasibility studies, concept design reports, Design Exception Reports, and Functional Design Reports.
  • Perform field work and construction phase services support.
  • Interact with and present project designs to clients, agencies, and the public.
  • Work alongside experienced practitioners to expand your knowledge.

CDR Maguire is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Must be able to work in the United States to apply.

Requirements

Qualifications

  • B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering.
  • 3+ years of progressively responsible design related experience preferred.
  • P.E or EIT preferred.
  • Working knowledge of AASHTO and DOT design standards.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Microstation.
  • Experience with DOT CAD Standards.
  • Knowledge of applicable local, state and federal statutes and guidelines with respect to field.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with ownership, management, co-workers, customers, vendors, contractors, partners and other stakeholders in a professional manner.
  • Pro-active attitude, attention to detail, punctual, and organized.

Benefits

CDR Maguire provides employees competitive benefits packages and the resources to develop and succeed in both their professional and personal lives. We support employees and their eligible family members with a comprehensive benefits program, which provides variety and flexibility to meet individual needs.

About this role

Summary

Design and develop roadway/highway projects; prepare plans, reports, and cost estimates.

Job title

Civil Engineer (Highway/Roadway)

Experience level

3+ years

Industry

engineering

Location requirements

Providence, RI; remote not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

civil engineeringmicrostationAASHTO standardsDOT standardsP.E or EIT preferred

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

roadway designhighway designdrainagestormwatertransportation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Providence, RI, USA

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