Project Engineer – Transportation

Are you a dynamic, driven Project Engineer with a fervor for transportation projects? Fehr Graham is a fast‑growing Midwest engineering and environmental firm looking for a motivated Project Engineer to join our team.

We believe in making waves in the world of transportation engineering. We have a team of talented people who are united by a common goal – to create lasting impact and make a positive difference with every project. If you think being at the helm of thrilling projects that call for innovation is exciting, we want to talk.

The position is based in our Cedar Rapids, Iowa office. We believe in work‑life balance and enjoy friendly team‑building activities and office outings after work. A happy and engaged work team is a successful one.

• Assist with the design and development of transportation projects, including roadway geometrics, intersections, roundabouts and pavement.
• Prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates, design reports and quantities.
• Perform calculations for grading, drainage, stormwater, pavement and traffic operations.
• Develop design elements using Civil 3D.
• Coordinate with survey, environmental, structural and municipal teams.
• Assist with permitting, utility coordination, agency submissions and quality assurance and quality control processes.
• Participate in client meetings, stakeholder discussions and internal reviews.
• Support construction administration tasks such as submittal review, requests for information and field observations.

Ideally, you’ll have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. If you have one to five years of experience in transportation engineering or municipal design, we want to talk. You’ll have a leg up if you’re licensed Professional Engineer or Professional Traffic Operations Engineer or if you demonstrate the ability to secure licensure shortly after your start date.

Department of Transportation experience is a plus.

• Have working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Understand roadway design principles and municipal project requirements.
• Have strong analytical, problem‑solving and technical design skills.
• Be a strong communicator.
• Manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Desire to grow into project management and client‑facing responsibilities.
• Be a team player.

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, life and disability insurance.
• 401K profit‑sharing plan.
• Paid time off.
• An awesome work environment.

Learn more about Fehr Graham’s people, culture and projects on our website.