Transportation Engineer

Transportation Engineer

Who we are

NTH Consultants, Ltd. (NTH) has been providing professional engineering consulting services to the energy, community development, industry, transportation, and water markets since 1968. From a small, Detroit-based, geotechnical engineering firm, our company has grown into to a nationally recognized, full service infrastructure and environmental consulting firm, providing a wide range of services in geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, civil design, and facilities engineering. Those who join our team will see first-hand the impact they have on the environment, public infrastructure, renewable energy, and community development efforts through exciting, high-profile, and challenging projects. Every day, our staff solves problems and overcomes challenges that make an immediate difference to our clients and the people they serve.

A day in the life of A Transportation Engineer at NTH

• Prepare contract plans, cost estimates, technical specifications for bridge, roadway, highway, and municipal transportation projects.
• Perform design and drawing preparations using MDOT accepted version of Bentley CONNECT and Public Agencies design standards.
• Be able to perform a variety of engineering analyses and calculations, with and without the use of engineering software (MDOT’s PQS spreadsheet, knowledge of OpenRoad and OpenBridge Designer preferred).
• Perform routine safety inspections of in-service bridges.
• Assist in performing load rating of in-service bridges.
• Assist in day-to-day communication with internal design team and with clients as directed by the Project Manager.
• Develop Technical Proposals and develop design budgets and scope of work for a variety of Transportation Projects.

What you need to apply

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, emphasis in Transportation Engineering.
• Professional registration or ability to get within 1-year, required.
• 3+ years of demonstrated experience in Bridge, Road, and/or Civil Engineering analysis and design.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of Transportation Engineering: Bridge/Civil/Roadway/Highway design concepts and basic understanding of Bentley CONNECT and other Software for DOT and LAP projects.
• Ability to perform bridge design engineering calculations with designated software.
• Ability to perform safety inspections and scoping of existing bridges.
• NHI # 130-055 certification is a plus.
• Ability to perform roadway design engineering calculations with the designated software, drainage, and hydraulic design is a plus.
• Ability to prepare DOT format bridge/roadway plan documents.
• Previous experience with a consulting firm or roadway owner.
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills, be able to work in a team environment as well as independently, demonstrated team-oriented approach to problem-solving, and have strong interpersonal skills for contact with clients and fellow engineers/technicians.
• Accuracy, dependability, and strong organizational skills.
• Exceptional time management skills, ability to manage multiple assignments at any given time, and have ability to work in a team environment.
• The ability to perform field services as well as office design services is a plus.
• Ability to interact with existing clients to understand their needs.
• Ability to perform project planning, invoicing and collections, budgeting, task delegation, and management to ensure project is completed according to work plans.
• May be required to perform job duties in the field and office, during non-standard work hours, as necessary.
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• May be required to enter and work within confined spaces, once appropriately trained.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel to and conduct field work at job sites/offices in Michigan. 

What you will enjoy (the perks!)

• Become an employee owner with us: company contributions to a qualified retirement plan through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• We believe in work life balance: Flexible and hybrid work schedules available.
• Generous PTO package and paid holidays.
• Paid overtime.
• Participation in our total rewards program with competitive salaries, and low-cost health plans.
  • Cafeteria plan options for health, dental, vision plans, and a 401K plan with a company match.
• Company paid employee assistance program for employees & families.
• Paid parental leave.
• Give back to the community through various volunteer events and fundraisers.
• Tuition reimbursement for our long-life learners.
• Professional development opportunities & paid professional memberships.

Why choose us?

In 2023, NTH was named a Crain’s Best Place to Work in Southeast Michigan, and a National & Metro Detroit’s Best and Brightest Company.

As an employee-owned firm, we take our work seriously, but we know how to have fun. We promote a relaxed company culture that focuses on improving not only our staff members' professional life, but also their personal life. We regularly schedule company activities which support employee ownership, such as golf outings, off-site company holiday party, food trucks, book clubs, ESOP month Oktoberfest celebrations, and many more team building events. We also offer a robust engagement program that focuses on all aspects of wellness. Opportunities include regular challenges, educational presentations and health initiatives, impromptu activities such as group lunch walks, healthy snack days, after work bike outings, and more. 

Work Authorization

Authorized to work full-time in the U.S.A. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired are required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

AAP / EEO Statement

NTH Consultants, Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

NTH Consultants, Ltd. participates in E-Verify.