Project Engineer Transportation

Overview

MSA is seeking a Project Engineer – Transportation in Madison, WI to focus on traffic and roundabout planning, design, and engineering services. You’ll lead projects from traffic studies to roadway and intersection design, with WisDOT experience highly valued as you deliver safe, efficient solutions for communities across Wisconsin.

Who we are:

For over 100 years, MSA has helped shape communities through engineering excellence. What began in 1919 with a single practitioner in Baraboo, Wisconsin, has grown into a robust firm of over 500 employee owners across the U.S.

Our purpose is simple: to make communities stronger, safer, and more sustainable. We believe in the power of relationships, trust, and doing the right thing — and we take pride in seeing our work come to life.

At MSA, we understand that great work happens when you contribute great value, and maintain a balanced life and career. That’s why we offer:

• Employee Ownership = True Investment
  : MSA is a 100% employee‑owned firm. That means when you join our team, you’re not just doing a job — you’re building your legacy and sharing in the success of the firm.

• A Culture of Mentorship and Collaboration
  :
  Work alongside a talented, cross-disciplinary team that values mentorship, professional development, and team success.

• A flex time program that empowers you to manage your schedule — because life doesn’t always fit inside 9 to 5

• A flexible work environment
  , including hybrid and remote options where possible, to support your productivity and well‑being

If you're a curious, community-minded person who thrives in a collaborative environment and wants to own your work —
let’s talk.

What you will do:

• Manage projects including planning, scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and QA/QC

• Design transportation infrastructure with a strong emphasis on traffic operations, intersection improvements, and roundabout design

• Prepare detailed plans, specifications, bidding documents, and technical reports

• Develop and coordinate regulatory permit applications

• Build and maintain client relationships through meetings, collaboration, and responsive communication

• Lead and review proposals with support from MSA team members

• Mentor and support junior staff in their professional development

• Participate in public engagement, including preparing presentation displays and representing projects at public meetings

• Provide construction management and inspection support as needed

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (required)

• Minimum of 4 years of traffic/transportation engineering experience with a focus on traffic operations, intersection design, and/or roundabout planning and design (required)

• Professional Engineer (PE) license (WI PE preferred)

• WisDOT project experience, particularly in traffic studies, safety analyses, and roadway design (preferred)

• Experience with Civil 3D design software (desired)

• Previous client liaison and project management experience or a strong desire to step into that role (required)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts to clients, stakeholders, and the public

• Desire to work in a consulting environment and contribute to collaborative, client‑focused solutions

• The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future. We are unable to provide or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.

Why MSA?

• Better Together: A collaborative environment that values open ideas, diversity, and authenticity. Our diverse perspectives fuel innovation and success in our employee‑owned firm.
• Multi-disciplinary Opportunities: Follow your interests, explore new experiences, and apply your skills where they have the most impact.
• We've Got Your Back: Enjoy support when you need it and independence when you don't. We are 400+ strong, working as one cohesive team.
• Passion &
  
  Purpose:
  
  We're passionate about our work and proud of it! Share inspirations, "geek out," and think big with us.
• Pay & Perks: Competitive pay and unique perks that make MSA stand out.
• Communitie…