Experienced Transportation Design Engineer

Position Overview

If you are interested in multiple locations please only apply once; your preference will be discussed during the screening process. As a Transportation Design Engineer, you will lead the evaluation, selection, and design of various transportation system solutions for communities. You will generate conceptual designs, prepare construction documents, collaborate with staff at all levels, perform field work, and coordinate closely with complete streets engineering and planning teams. Your role includes engaging with clients and communities, managing project tasks, and mentoring colleagues. Placement within the stated pay range will be determined based upon education, experience, and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and managing tasks for engineering and planning studies
• Performing field work, including site reviews and construction support
• Preparing accurate, feasible, and visually engaging conceptual designs
• Developing plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for transportation projects (complete streets, bikeways, traffic signals, signing/striping, and lighting)
• Managing direct client interaction and community engagement
• Marketing and generating new projects through nurturing client relationships, proposals, and interviews
• Mentoring and training colleagues while also receiving mentorship from senior staff

Required Qualifications

• 3-8 years of experience in transportation engineering
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in transportation, civil or electrical engineering, urban and regional planning, or a related field
• Current or planned professional engineer’s (PE) license
• Experience applying Caltrans, MUTCD, and AASHTO design standards on various projects
• Familiarity with preparing and reviewing signing, striping, and traffic signal plans
• Knowledge of safety countermeasure selection and design
• Understanding of mobility issues and their impact on transportation engineering
• Experience in leading proposals and nurturing client relationships
• Interest and experience with mentoring and training staff

Preferred Qualifications

• Road Safety Professional (RSP) certification
• Passion for engaging with diverse communities
• Experience in quick-build project design and implementation
• Background in active transportation planning and design
• Expertise in road safety planning and design

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with matching and profit sharing
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Paid Vacation, holidays and sick leave
• 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Mentoring and Career Development programs
• Research and Development group participation, and more

Full information about the benefits can be found on our careers page.