Roadway Design Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a Roadway Design Engineer to join our team in Alexandria, VA area to work on various highway projects.

• Designs and develops plans and drawings, which may include preliminary layout and/or final drawings.
• Organizes and conducts engineering investigations and planning work with a well‑defined scope, outlines and prepares straightforward reports of sections of more complex reports, working under periodic review by a more experienced professional.
• Provides engineering services during construction activities by reviewing shop drawings for conformance with specifications; prepares records and progress reports defining construction progress; observes construction procedures under guidance of a more experienced professional, and evaluates results from quality control testing.
• Researches feasibility of alternative design approaches, site conditions, and regulatory agency specifications.
• Contributes to the development of specifications and permit applications, and writes miscellaneous reports.
• Prepares preliminary man‑hour, cost and material quantity estimates.
• Participates in quality control checks, maintaining quality standards in all work produced, checking computations, and/or reviewing designs and drawings performed by others.
• Coordinates with other disciplines as required.
• Performs field observations of construction where appropriate.
• Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

• B.S. or M.S. in Engineering. Typical incumbent has 3 to 5 years of experience since Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
• EIT/FE in VA, MD, and/or Washington DC strongly preferred.
• DOT and/or local municipality design experience in Virginia, Maryland, and/or Washington DC strongly preferred.

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Réalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They form the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

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Réalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life and short‑ and long‑term disability benefits, employer‑matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, leaves of absence options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

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Réalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data, and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Expected compensation range is between $80,000 - $135,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

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