What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Engineer - Michigan position at Fishbeck?
Job Summary
Fishbeck is seeking talented and motivated Transportation Engineers at various experience levels to join our growing team in Michigan. Whether you're an emerging professional or a seasoned engineer, this is an excellent opportunity to work on impactful projects that shape local communities. You’ll collaborate with top-tier professionals, contribute to innovative roadway designs, and grow within a 100% employee-owned firm recognized for excellence in transportation engineering.
Primary Functions
Occasionally exposed to light lifting, sitting, and walking. May perform duties in the field and will be required to access and maneuver around project sites and use a computer. Capable of traveling to and from projects is occasionally required. Ability to use equipment for communication and documentation purposes. Visual acuity to perform responsibilities.
Desired Education
Please apply for the role, and a member of our Talent Acquisition team (not a bot) will reach out to you. Candidates for this position can reside in Grand Rapids, Lansing, and Farmington Hills, MI markets.
About Fishbeck
Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 15 regional offices and more than 600 employees. Engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management are the cornerstones of Fishbeck’s services and integrated project approach. We are a hands-on and design-orientated practice with the technical capabilities and understanding to take the largest projects from internal concept to completion. Our team of experts takes pride in our commitment to reliability in design, connection to our clients, and creativity at our core.
Fishbeck is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
Fishbeck is seeking talented and motivated Transportation Engineers at various experience levels to join our growing team in Michigan. Whether you're an emerging professional or a seasoned engineer, this is an excellent opportunity to work on impactful projects that shape local communities. You’ll collaborate with top-tier professionals, contribute to innovative roadway designs, and grow within a 100% employee-owned firm recognized for excellence in transportation engineering.
Primary Functions
- Lead or support plan production and technical design for roadway and freeway projects using MicroStation OpenRoads, Geopak, and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Collaborate with internal teams, clients, local agencies, MDOT, and contractors.
- Assist or lead in developing project budgets, schedules, and technical/marketing proposals.
- Prepare quantities and construction cost estimates for bidding.
- Provide or support storm sewer drainage design, signing plans, pavement markings, maintenance of traffic plans, and 3D modeling.
- Interface with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality projects.
- Collaborate with clients, agencies, and internal teams across OH, MI, and IN.
Occasionally exposed to light lifting, sitting, and walking. May perform duties in the field and will be required to access and maneuver around project sites and use a computer. Capable of traveling to and from projects is occasionally required. Ability to use equipment for communication and documentation purposes. Visual acuity to perform responsibilities.
Desired Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering
- 0–10 years of experience in roadway engineering (MDOT and local agency projects preferred).
- PE license in MI preferred (required for senior-level candidates).
- Proficiency in MicroStation/Geopak required; AutoCAD Civil 3D is a plus.
- Familiarity with HEC-RAS, HY8, StormCAD, and 3D modeling is a plus.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Please apply for the role, and a member of our Talent Acquisition team (not a bot) will reach out to you. Candidates for this position can reside in Grand Rapids, Lansing, and Farmington Hills, MI markets.
About Fishbeck
Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 15 regional offices and more than 600 employees. Engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management are the cornerstones of Fishbeck’s services and integrated project approach. We are a hands-on and design-orientated practice with the technical capabilities and understanding to take the largest projects from internal concept to completion. Our team of experts takes pride in our commitment to reliability in design, connection to our clients, and creativity at our core.
Fishbeck is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
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