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Entry Level Transportation Engineer

Trilon Group
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 6/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/4/2026

Entry Level Transportation Engineer

Department: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Columbus, OH

Reporting To: Jason Watson

Description

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions.


We are seeking an Entry-Level Transportation Engineer to support the design and development of roadway and transportation infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for an early-career engineer interested in hands-on design work, plan production, and collaboration with experienced transportation professionals on projects that serve public agencies and communities. This role is based out of our Columbus, OH office.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with the design of roadway and highway projects, including horizontal and vertical alignments, typical sections, and grading plans
  • Support preparation of construction documents such as plan sets, profiles, cross-sections, and details
  • Perform engineering calculations related to roadway geometry, drainage, pavement design, and quantities
  • Assist with development of project specifications, cost estimates, and quantity take-offs
  • Apply state and local DOT design standards, manuals, and specifications to project work
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including civil/site, drainage, structures, utilities, and survey
    Participate in design reviews and incorporate redlines and comments from senior engineers
  • Assist with field visits and construction support activities as needed
  • Maintain organized project files and documentation in accordance with company standards


Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
  • Internship or co-op experience in roadway or transportation design preferred
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D
  • Knowledge of OpenRoads ORD design software is a plus
  • Understanding of basic roadway design principles and civil engineering fundamentals
  • Ability to follow established design standards and work under supervision

Benefits

  • 401(k) w/ company match
  • Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work!
It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws.

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