2025 Roadway Designer (New Grad - Tallahassee)

About Us

At Hanson Professional Services, Inc. we are committed to transforming communities through innovative engineering solutions.  We are seeking a candidate to fill a full-time, entry-level Roadway/Drainage Engineering position in our Tallahassee, FL office. Our north Florida transportation group is a close-knit team that works together to provide excellent engineering services to our Clients. We pride ourselves on being dynamic, forward-thinking, and passionate about making a difference. 

Why Hanson?

Join the Hanson team and love what you do. Focus on making a difference as you support the development of infrastructure that has a positive impact on communities here at home and across the country.

• Career Advancement: We believe in investing in our employees' growth and provide opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Professional Development: Hanson provides opportunities for both internal and external technical training and supports participation with technical and industry organizations.
• Innovative Projects: Work on a variety of challenging and impactful projects that shape the infrastructure of the many communities we serve.  We work on transportation projects across the panhandle for the Florida Department of Transportation as well as local municipalities.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a supportive team that values your ideas and fosters a culture of innovation.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. We are 100% employee owned and when we succeed, we do so together.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible work arrangements, family care leave, wellness programs, and a supportive work environment.

Position Profile

In the Hanson Tallahassee office, you will get to perform a key role on transportation projects of all types throughout northwest Florida. The role will work closely with PEs and Project Managers to design roadway improvements for a variety of clients. The position requires the ability to work with multidisciplinary design teams on a variety of road related projects, take direction from and coordinate with other staff, and exercise problem solving skills for the successful completion of projects.  This position will work on projects at all phases of design – from conception and scoping to detailed design analysis to final design/plans and ultimately through construction. This is an entry-level position geared for professional learning, growth, and increasing responsibility.

As an entry-level Transportation/Drainage Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of designing and implementing innovative roadway projects that make a difference across Florida and beyond. Join our multidisciplinary design teams and work on exciting projects that include large and small roadway projects across the panhandle.

As a key member of the project design team you will be involved with roadway design. We utilize the latest Open Roads Designer (ORD) software and have a training program in place to assist users at all levels and an active software user group to tackle new challenges.  To support your growth, Hanson offers a variety of education and development opportunities to help you build your skills and advance your career. 

Key Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations, utilize computer software for analysis and design, and work efficiently with other team members for project completion.
• Assist in project activities such as site investigations and field reconnaissance, permit application and processing assistance, utility locations, computer modelling, construction document preparation, construction contractor pricing and procurement assistance, report of findings preparation, and project close-out documentation.
• Collaborate with senior technical staff. Review and apply applicable design standards and criteria.
• Specific areas of engineering practice include:  horizontal and vertical geometry, ADA surveys and sidewalk layout, pavement design, signing and pavement marking, drainage analysis for stormwater management (pipes and ponds), safety studies, and preparation of Construction Plans.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Technical Skills:

• Experience with or willingness to learn Bentley OpenRoads Designer.
• Working knowledge of AASHTO “Green Book” and FDOT Design Manual is desirable.
• Familiarity with 3D modeling or willingness to learn 3D modeling for roadway projects.
• Interest in experiencing a variety of assignments.

Soft Skills:

• A strong desire to learn, grow, and excel as a designer and a professional.
• Ability to work independently an