Assistant Highway Engineer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a Roadway Design Engineer, EIT to our Transportation team based in Brighton, Michigan. This entry-level to early career role offers the opportunity to support the planning and design of roadway and transportation infrastructure projects while working alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists.
Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Position Summary:
The Roadway Design Engineer, EIT supports the design and development of roadway and transportation projects, including local roadways, highways, multi-use paths, and traffic control systems. This role contributes to technical design tasks, modeling, and field coordination in support of safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation solutions.
Essential Job Functions:
The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
• Assist with the design of highway, arterial, and local roadway improvements.
• Develop roadway geometry, signing, pavement marking, traffic signal, and maintenance of traffic plans.
• Prepare roadway 3D models using applicable design software.
• Develop quantity calculations and engineer's cost estimates.
• Conduct site visits to support data collection and the design process.
• Prepare alternative evaluation studies, technical memoranda, and similar reports.
• Collaborate with project teams and technical specialists to support project delivery.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Entry-level to up to five (5) years of relevant transportation or roadway design experience.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a transportation focus.
• Experience with MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD, and/or Civil 3D.
• EIT certification with intent to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
• Prior internship or consulting experience in transportation or roadway design.
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to perform light to moderate physical activity during site visits, including walking on uneven terrain.
• Occasional lifting of materials or equipment up to approximately 25 pounds.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors:
• Combination of office-based work and periodic field/site visits.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions during site visits.
• Standard office environment with moderate noise levels.
Additional Information:
• Employment Type: Full-time, regular position.
• Work Schedule: Standard business hours with occasional flexibility based on project needs.
• Travel Requirements: Approximately 15% or more periodic travel may be required to support site visits and project coordination.
• Work Location: Brighton, Michigan (office-based with field work as required).
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
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