
Transportation Design Engineer at Foth (Columbia, SC)
Foth· Columbia, SC·
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Job description
Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 33 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart and caring team, Foth may be the place for you.
Join our team and experience the Foth difference that contributes to our impressive 92+% member retention rate! Learn more at foth.com/careers.
Primary responsibilities:
- Provide engineering design for roadway/transportation related projects
- Complete feasibility studies and technical design reports
- Coordinate roadway design project plans with associated utilities
- Assist in the planning, design, and construction administration of projects
- Work closely with relevant permitting agencies
- Demonstrate eagerness to learn new areas of engineering
- Prepare proposals and development of scope, schedule, and budget
- Serve as client contact
- Develop project management and team leadership capabilities
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
- 3+ years experience using MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer and/or AutoCAD/Civil3D software for design and drafting tasks
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional Engineer (PE) License in South Carolina
- 5+ years of experience planning, designing, and constructing public utility projects
- Experience with direct client contact and project management
All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.
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Notice to Third Party Recruiters/Agencies: Foth does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed recruiting agreement coordinated through Foth, Foth reserves the right to pursue and hire candidates without financial obligation to third party recruiters or agencies.
Why work at Foth
- Member-owned culture – employees are “members” with ownership stake; profit-sharing/incentives.
- Flexibility – hybrid/remote options available; flexible schedules.
- Professional development – $6M+ annual training budget; conferences, certifications, tuition support.
- Benefits – medical, dental, vision, PTO, volunteer time off, wellness incentives, retirement, legal/investment advisory services.
- Work environment – sit-to-stand desks, 3D design tools, community service events, member celebrations.
- Safety focus – rigorous health and safety practices embedded in all projects.
- Diversity & inclusion – equal opportunity employer, accommodations for disabilities.