Lead Civil Engineer, Roads + Highways

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary

Are you an experienced Civil Engineer ready to take on a leadership role where you can shape both the future of transportation infrastructure and the next generation of engineering talent?

We are seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to join our growing Roads + Highways team in Albuquerque, where you'll combine your passion for technical delivery with your ability to lead, mentor, and inspire a team of engineers and designers.

This is a dynamic opportunity for a seasoned professional who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges, while also playing a key role in developing and growing a high-performing local team. You'll work on a wide variety of highway, roadway, and interchange design projects while serving as a technical authority, project manager, and team leader.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

What You'll Do :

Lead roadway and highway design projects from concept through construction, ensuring high-quality technical delivery and design excellence.

Mentor and develop junior and mid-level staff , providing guidance in project execution, technical design, and career growth.

Serve as a Project Manager , leading interdisciplinary teams in the design of roadways, intersections, interchanges, and related infrastructure.

Oversee the preparation of construction documents including plans, specifications, and cost estimates.

Support staff in achieving QA / QC standards and meeting internal and agency requirements.

Foster strong relationships with clients, agencies, and local partners; act as a trusted advisor for technical matters.

Participate in project pursuits and assist with proposal development and client presentations.

Guide and support your team through technical challenges, schedule management, and coordination with subconsultants and stakeholders.

What We're Looking For :

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required.

Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Mexico or the ability to obtain via comity.

15+ years of progressive experience in roadway engineering and transportation infrastructure.

Strong background in interchange and corridor design , roadway geometrics, drainage, staging / maintenance of traffic, and utility coordination.

Demonstrated experience with MicroStation OpenRoads Designer and / or Civil 3D .

Proven ability to manage complex projects, lead technical teams, and coordinate with multiple disciplines.

Excellent communication skills and an eagerness to mentor early-career engineers .

Familiarity with NMDOT or other Southwest DOT standards preferred.

Why Join Us?

This is more than a project delivery role-it's a chance to build a legacy in New Mexico's transportation sector. You'll help shape a team of engineers while taking on meaningful projects that have a lasting impact on communities. If you're passionate about technical excellence and team development , we invite you to bring your leadership to our collaborative and supportive work environment.

Additional Information

We believe in recognizing the unique value that each individual brings to our team. As such, the job title and ultimate compensation for this role will be thoughtfully aligned with the depth of your experience, the breadth of your skills, and the genuine enthusiasm you bring to the position. We are committed to fostering an environment where your contributions are both acknowledged and rewarded appropriately. Join us in shaping a rewarding future together!

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TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.