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Lochmueller Group

Senior Roadway Engineer

Lochmueller Group, South Bend, IN


Lochmueller Group is seeking an experienced Senior Civil Engineer to join our Roadway/Highway Design team. We are looking for a technical expert who is passionate about roadway/highway design engineering, enhancing the quality of projects, and mentoring junior level staff.

Lochmueller Group is a regional engineering consulting firm with an emphasis on infrastructure. We provide multi-disciplined services for a variety of public agencies and private entities, including transportation design; water resources design; environmental analysis & permitting; construction engineering & inspection; traffic engineering & transportation planning; surveying; and land acquisition & appraisal. Our transportation design team offers a variety of services, but most of our work involves roadway and bridge design for various local public agencies and state DOT's.

For over 40 years, Lochmueller Group has helped communities reinvent their future through thoughtful, actionable planning and design. Our dedication to building a team that demonstrates our corporate values (CARDIA) is what sets us apart:

CARDIA: Means "from the heart" - Creativity; Accountability; Respect; Dedication; Integrity; Achievement

Recognized in the 2023 Indiana Best Places to Work, Lochmueller Group provides people-focused workplace culture. We are a 100% employee-owned company, and our people are invested in the success and continued development of each other and the firm. This is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality and service as we work to deliver a better tomorrow for all.

In this position, the candidate will:
    • Serve as a technical lead in the planning and execution of complex engineering projects.
    • Conduct advanced engineering analysis and design for specialized projects.
    • Provide technical guidance to project teams and junior engineers.
    • Stay updated on industry trends, codes, and emerging technologies.
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex engineering challenges.
    • Contribute to the development and improvement of engineering processes and standards.
    • Mentor and coach junior and mid-level engineers.
    • Act as a subject matter expert in a specific engineering discipline.
    • Perform QA/QC on project deliverables.
    • Participate in firm-wide quality control initiatives.
    • Develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules for contract development.
    • Coordinate with other departments and sub-consultants to allocate project scope and develop budget and schedule proposals.
    • Assist with business development efforts and prepare statements of qualifications and letters of interest.
    • May perform other duties associated with this role.


Qualifications for this role:
    • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
    • 15+ years of experience performing as a project engineer or project manager on local agency and/or DOT roadway projects
    • Possesses advanced, specialized knowledge in roadway/highway design
    • Licensed Professional Engineer
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills
    • Ability to work as part of a team and mentor junior level staff


What we offer:
    • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - Become an employee-owner!
    • Rich coverage for major medical insurance
    • 401(k) plan with company match
    • Basic life insurance (with option for additional voluntary life insurance)
    • Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
    • Generous vacation and sick leave
    • Flexible scheduling and telecommuting opportunities
    • Student loan repayment benefit


Lochmueller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Lochgroup fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.