Senior Highway / Civil Engineer

Newark, Delaware, US on site Until 8/21/2026 10+ years exp First posted April 14, 2026 Last posted April 14, 2026
Job description

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Highway/Civil Project Engineer to join our team in Newark, Delaware.

H&H is a nationally recognized, full-service infrastructure engineering firm delivering innovative solutions that move communities forward. With more than 139 years of experience and over 600 professionals across 32 offices nationwide, we combine deep technical expertise with the agility of a privately owned firm. From planning and design through construction, we manage the full project life cycle while continually advancing our capabilities, strengthening our national presence, and investing in the people who power our growth. At H&H, you’ll join a firm that is building on its legacy by aligning expertise, expanding opportunity, and positioning itself for long-term, sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and produce highway and civil designs required for new or rehabilitation roadway projects, bridge-related projects, or general site/civil improvements
  • Effectively communicate and coordinate with other members of the design team. Manage, train and mentor less experienced engineers in the production of plans, specifications, and estimates
  • Apply the standards and analysis techniques described in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Highway Capacity Manual, AASHTO A Policy on the Geometric Design of Streets and Highways, et al
  • Project Management responsibilities related to project communication, schedule, budget, and progress on various concurrent tasks
  • Display experience with MicroStation, Geopak, and AutoCAD. Working knowledge of the current CADD standards for MDSHA, DelDOT, DcDOT & VDOT is preferred
  • Complete work accurately and in accordance with quality control and quality assurance procedures
  • Assist with client relations and business development efforts and proposals

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
  • PE License
  • 10 to 15 years of design experience in the Mid-Atlantic Region, including:
  • Roadway/Highway design experience
  • Maintenance of traffic drawings and traffic control plans
  • Site/Civil experience including R.O.W., utilities, and drainage
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

Salary range—  $145,000-$160,000 annually. Salary commensurate with experience.

We offer a professional work environment, competitive salary, benefits package and 401(k).

EOE M/F/DISABILITY/VETS

About this role

Summary

Lead highway and civil design projects, manage teams, and coordinate with clients.

Job title

Senior Highway / Civil Engineer

Experience level

10+ years

Minimum experience

10+ years exp

Industry

infrastructure engineering

Location requirements

On-site in Newark, Delaware, with possible remote options

Salary

$145k–$160k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

civil engineeringPE licenseroadway designtraffic control plansAutoCADMicroStationGeopak

Preferred skills

knowledge of MDSHA, DelDOT, DcDOT & VDOT standardsteam leadershipbusiness development

Specializations

highway designcivil engineeringtraffic controlproject management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Newark, DE, USA

On-site City