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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: 8/20/2026

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.