Open Roads Designer - Transportation

RETTEW • Mechanicsburg, PA, US • 1w ago

Description

RETTEW is seeking a Roadway Designer with strong OpenRoads Designer (ORD) experience to support our Transportation team. This role is ideal for someone who can produce roadway design plans with minimal oversight and collaborate closely with engineers to deliver high-quality, constructible plans.

About RETTEW

RETTEW is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting firm providing multidisciplinary services across transportation, land development, environmental, energy, water, and wastewater markets. We are driven by our core values, Act Like an Owner, Exemplify Excellence, and Value Relationships, and are committed to delivering meaningful work that strengthens the communities we serve.

Work Environment:

Hybrid (three days in-office)

Locations: State College, Mechanicsburg, or Williamsport, PA

Position Summary / What You’ll Do

As a Roadway Designer, you will use OpenRoads Designer (ORD) to prepare and deliver roadway plan sets that align with engineering design intent and regulatory standards. You will play a key role in translating engineering concepts into clear, accurate, and constructible plans while collaborating across disciplines to support successful project delivery.

Responsibilities / Day-to-Day

Prepare roadway plan sets using OpenRoads Designer, including alignments, profiles, cross sections, and typical sections
Develop plan sheets, details, utility adjustments, drainage crossings, and related design components
Incorporate engineering inputs such as grading, drainage, and earthwork into design plans
Support the development of roadway geometry, construction staging, and maintenance of traffic (MOT) plans
Review drawings for compliance with DOT and local standards, ensuring clarity and constructability
Revise and update plans based on internal, client, and agency feedback
Coordinate with other disciplines, including utilities, structures, and traffic to produce integrated deliverables

Qualifications Required:

Associate’s degree or technical degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Drafting, or related field
Hands-on experience using OpenRoads Designer (ORD) for roadway design
Experience producing roadway plan sets, including alignments, profiles, and cross sections
Strong understanding of roadway design standards and DOT guidelines
Ability to produce plans with minimal oversight
Proficiency in MicroStation and/or related design tools

Preferred:

Experience working on multi-disciplinary projects involving utilities, traffic, or structures Familiarity with PennDOT standards and processes
Exposure to construction-phase support or field verification of design deliverables

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience. RETTEW offers an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving you a real stake in the company’s success and long-term value.
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement savings options.
Opportunities to grow your career through hands-on project experience, exposure to a variety of roadway and transportation projects, and collaboration with experienced engineers and project managers.
Support from our in-house training and development team, offering structured professional development, mentorship, and continuously evolving resources designed to help you build professional expertise and grow your career.
A flexible, hybrid work environment that supports both productivity and work-life balance.
A culture where your work is visible and valued, you are trusted with real responsibility, and your contributions directly impact project outcomes and client success.
A collaborative, team-oriented environment where you can learn, ask questions, and continue building your technical skills without being siloed.

RETTEW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please contact us at [email protected] to request assistance. #LI-Hybrid

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