Transportation Design Engineer - Mid / Senior Level - CD0027

This engineer will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of transportation projects. The candidate will work mostly under or alongside a senior project manager on transportation projects by performing the following duties. It is anticipated that this engineer will have opportunities to manage a variety of transportation assignments. The position is located in our Lincoln, NE Office.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Uses computer assisted engineering design software/equipment to prepare engineering/design plans and documents, with preferred emphasis in MicroStation OpenRoads and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D.

• Preparation and modification of design criteria, designs, plans, specifications, opinions of probable costs, and reports for projects.

• Coordination of all design elements of a project including roadway design, traffic engineering, environmental mitigation, structural design, and drainage design, particularly in development of design surface modeling.

• Assist with or establish design-fee budgets, estimating, scoping, and marketing strategies for proposed design projects.

• Support business development efforts by assisting with proposal development, client outreach, and identification of new project opportunities for local clients including the City of Lincoln and Lancaster County.

• Responsible for assisting with the creation of project schedules for design projects. Will work on several projects at any one time and prioritize schedules and deadlines for projects.

• Instruct and assist designers/technicians with project designs and construction document production.

• Responsible for ensuring project team quality system tasks are followed as defined in FHU’s quality manual.

• Mentor other Junior Engineers and Designers in projects and tasks.

• Responsible for coordinating design engineering assistance during construction including answering construction related requests for information, revision to design during construction, and shop drawing review.

• Responsible for coordinating with project clients to meet budget, schedule, quality, and overall project goals on projects for municipal and NDOT clients.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited four-year college or university required.

• Experience in MicroStation OpenRoads and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D is desired with emphasis in surface modeling.

• 5 to 10+ years Transportation Engineering experience including but not limited to roadway, highway, interchange, and equivalent transportation design engineering.

• Ability to multi-task several projects at one time while staying on budget and on schedule.

• Ability to write reports and business correspondence and use tools such as MS Excel and MS Word.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public including the use of PowerPoint.

• Experience in development of roadway plans, specifications, and opinions of probable costs.

• Nebraska PE (or ability to obtain via reciprocity) is required.

• Ability to travel (by car, public transit, or other means) for work-related tasks.

• The actual offer will carefully consider a range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, and experience.

• Mid-Level (5-10 years’ experience) range: $85,000 – $125,000

• Senior (10+ years’ experience) range: $125,000 - $175,000

• Application Deadline: 11/10/2026

Benefits

• At FHU, we are committed to supporting our employees with competitive benefits, flexible programs, and opportunities for professional growth so our teams can thrive both personally and professionally.

Our benefits package includes:

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, with FHU contributing a significant portion of premiums and covering 100% of the cost for some plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions for employees enrolled in the high-deductible health plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Telehealth and mental health resources available at no cost to eligible employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling, legal, financial, and work-life support services
• Generous vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and floating holidays
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
• 401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match and discretionary profit-sharing contributions
• Annual discretionary bonus opportunities based on company and individual performance
• Flexible schedules and remote work options depending on position and business needs
• Professional development opportunities including continuing education assistance, tuition reimbursement, professional society participation, and reimbursement for certifications and registration fees
• Opportunities to get involved through internal committees and employee-led groups
• We are passionate about creating a workplace where employees feel supported, connected, and inspired by the work they do. From professional development opportunities to company-sponsored events and team activities throughout the year, we are committed to building a culture that celebrates employees and strengthens the communities we serve.