Highway Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania
Highway engineer jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with demand concentrated in transportation infrastructure, municipal public works, and state highway design across entry-level through senior project engineer roles. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg are the largest hiring centers, home to established firms and agencies such as PennDOT, AECOM, and Michael Baker International that maintain ongoing staffing needs in highway design, traffic engineering, and construction inspection. Pennsylvania's extensive interstate network and bridge rehabilitation programs keep demand steady for engineers with pavement design, drainage, and traffic analysis expertise. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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CDR Maguire Engineering, a multi-disciplinary engineering firm, has an immediate hiring need for a qualified Highway Design Engineer with minimum 5+ years of experience for our Mechanicsburg, PA location. This position can also be open to our Allentown, Williamsport or Pittsburgh, PA offices.
This role will be responsible for performing a variety of complex design and plan preparation functions on multiple projects, as well as checking the work of other engineers. The position will function as a work group leader in the development of PS&E packages and/or a portion of PS&E packages. It is expected the position may act as Work Group Leader on small projects and segments of larger projects in support of the Project Managers in the division.
CDR Maguire delivers engineering consulting services, emergency management solutions, and disaster health and medical services. Founded in 1938, the firm has grown with offices across the nation. Serving clients in New England, Pennsylvania, and Florida, CDR Maguire Engineering is a full-service infrastructure consulting firm that operates at the intersection of innovation and alternative project delivery solutions. Partnering with clients to solve their most complex challenges, CDR Maguire Engineering provides a full continuum of services, including project and program management, transportation design, and construction engineering management and inspection.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Operational/Technical
- Act as Work Group Leader on small and mid-sized projects and on segments of large projects.
- Perform drafting and checking of Highway related design drawings.
- Perform complex design functions, including preliminary and final design, review or checking of designs, engineering computations, specifications, cost estimates, and report writing, etc.
- Prepare contract documents, plans, and sketches utilizing Client approved design software.
- Review shop drawings.
- Perform and check horizontal and vertical geometry calculations as needed.
- Perform layout work of complicated subject areas without supervision.
- Perform and check quantity calculations.
- Assist in developing the technical skills and project knowledge of co-workers.
- Assist/Participate in project sites, project status meetings, and public meetings.
- Keep up to date with new design technology, constructions equipment and advancements.
- Provide support to other offices as needed.
OTHER PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
- Other duties that may arise from time-to-time and/or are commensurate with the title and position.
- Travel as required and as it relates to above duties or as directed by supervisor.
- Attend training prerequisites as needed.
Requirements
- B.S. Degree in Engineering or related field required; Master's Degree preferred.
- Minimum five (5)+ years of progressively responsible highway design related experience.
- Professional Engineer License in good standing preferred.
- Knowledge of CDR-M Design and office procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively with ownership, management, co-workers, clients, vendors, contractors, partners, and other stakeholders.
- Applied knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal statutes and guidelines with respect to field.
- Knowledge of clients' design manuals, procedures, specifications, standards, computer programs, applicable design codes, engineering software, and plan presentation format.
- Knowledge of written communications including technical reports, letters, meeting minutes, etc.
- Skilled in use of relevant computer software as needed, including but not limited to; Bentley Microstation CADD, Autodesk AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Bluebeam as well as other online resources.
- Familiarity/experience with ORD software required.
- Ability to check or review design and drawings of highway/traffic elements.
- Ability to guide other members of the highway/traffic design team.
- Knowledge of highway, right-of-way, drainage, and traffic-related design.
- Ability to solve complex engineering problems.
CDR Maguire is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and EO/AAN/D. Must be able to work in the United States to apply.
Benefits
CDR Maguire provides employees competitive benefits packages and the resources to develop and succeed in both their professional and personal lives. We support employees and their eligible family members with a comprehensive benefits program, which provides variety and flexibility to meet individual needs.
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in highway engineer jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Pennsylvania Professional Engineer license or active EIT registration required or preferred
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or closely related engineering discipline required
- Experience with PennDOT design standards, publications, and project delivery processes
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, or other highway design software
- Familiarity with AASHTO roadway design guidelines and federal highway standards
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client and agency coordination
Highway Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a highway engineer in Pennsylvania?
To become a highway engineer in Pennsylvania, you need a bachelor's degree in civil engineering followed by licensure through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists. Most candidates first pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn Engineer in Training status, then accumulate qualifying experience before sitting for the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam to become a licensed Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania.
How much do highway engineers make in Pennsylvania?
Highway engineers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $97,850 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,930 for the lowest 10% to over $141,310 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire highway engineers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring highway engineers in Pennsylvania right now include STV, SAI Consulting Engineers, and Pennoni, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's combination of PennDOT project work, municipal contracts, and federally funded infrastructure programs means both large engineering consultants and public agencies maintain consistent openings throughout the state.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most highway engineer jobs?
Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and Mechanicsburg have the most highway engineer openings in Pennsylvania right now. Philadelphia anchors demand through its concentration of large engineering consultants and SEPTA-adjacent infrastructure work, Pittsburgh draws hiring from bridge rehabilitation and regional transit programs, and Harrisburg reflects PennDOT's central office presence along with state agency contracting activity that extends into surrounding south-central Pennsylvania.
Are there remote highway engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. About 33% of highway engineer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on and site-dependent nature of most highway engineering work. Tasks most compatible with remote arrangements include CAD design, drainage modeling, and plan preparation, while construction inspection, field surveying, and client meetings typically require in-person attendance.
How can I get hired as a highway engineer in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for junior engineer or design technician roles at PennDOT or large Pennsylvania consulting firms that regularly onboard new graduates from civil engineering programs. Firms like Michael Baker International and AECOM maintain graduate-level hiring pipelines tied to Pennsylvania university programs. Earning your EIT certification before applying gives you a concrete credential advantage, and internship experience with a PennDOT district or county planning agency demonstrates relevant exposure that offsets limited full-time experience.
Where can I find and apply to highway engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to highway engineer jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from employers actively hiring. Find roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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