Graduate Engineer - Transportation

Are you ready to launch your civil engineering career and help shape the future of transportation infrastructure? We are looking for a Graduate Engineer – Transportation to join our team in St Paul, Minnesota
. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated early‑career engineer to gain hands‑on experience designing roadway and intersection improvements that make communities safer and more connected.

In this role, you will collaborate with experienced transportation engineers and planners while building technical skills in roadway design, traffic analysis, and public engagement.

• Perform CAD drafting and 3D design for intersection and highway improvement projects
• Assist with traffic and intersection capacity modeling and prepare reports summarizing results
• Support development of public meeting materials, including presentation boards and visual displays
• Collaborate with project managers and senior engineers to develop design solutions
• Participate in project coordination and team discussions throughout planning and design

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering by May 2026
• Interest in developing a career in transportation engineering
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous consulting internship experience
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam passed
• Experience with Bentley Open Roads or similar roadway design software

This position requires authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.

Salary Range: $68,800 to $110,200, depending on experience and qualifications. Candidates with significant experience may also be considered for a higher‑level role with increased compensation.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• Paid Time Off:
  Minimum of 17 days in the first year
• Paid Holidays: 8 holidays annually
• Paid Parental Leave: 2 weeks for both parents, with additional paid leave for birth parents
• Employer‑Paid Insurance:
  Life, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverage
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP):
  As a 100% employee‑owned company, eligible employees receive company shares at no cost
• 401(k) Retirement Plan:
  With a generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested
• Short‑Term Incentive Program (STIP):
  Annual performance‑based bonus opportunity

MSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. At MSA, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.

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