Transportation Engineer - Transit Engineer

Position: Transportation Engineer 3 - Transit Engineer
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** Job Description*
* Join our Nashville team as a key contributor delivering civil engineering solutions for transit infrastructure, complete streets, and active transportation projects across the region. This role supports a variety of projects, including highways, tunnels, mass transit systems, and aviation facilities, working with clients such as WeGO Public Transit, Nashville DOT, and TDOT.

Key Responsibilities

Design and support transit infrastructure projects, including BRT corridors, stops, stations, and passenger amenities.

Develop complete streets and multimodal designs integrating pedestrian, bicycle, and transit elements in compliance with ADA and design standards.

Prepare and review construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and contract documents.

Ensure designs meet federal, state, and local regulations and firm quality standards.

Conduct ADA assessments, field reviews, and site investigations.

Support construction through inspections of transportation infrastructure as needed.

Coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams.

Contribute to technical documentation, reports, and presentations.

Mentor junior staff and review their work.

Participate in professional activities and support knowledge sharing.

** Qualifications*
* Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline. 3 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.  Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* Technical

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Micro Station, and/or Open Roads Designer.

Strong knowledge of AASHTO, PROWAG, MUTCD, and Tennessee DOT standards.

Experience designing roadway, drainage, grading, and utilities for urban transit and multimodal projects.

Familiarity with complete streets, Vision Zero, and active transportation frameworks.

Working knowledge of ADA and universal design in public right-of-way.

Project & Client Delivery

Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting quality and schedule expectations.

Strong communication skills, including technical writing and presentations.

Experience working with public agencies (transit authorities, DOTs).

Skilled in coordinating with subconsultants and multidisciplinary teams.

Professional

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Self-motivated, collaborative, and adaptable.

Committed to delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Active participation in professional organizations or industry events.

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** Skills & Abilities*
* Solid Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Solid knowledge of engineer principles of design. Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Basic knowledge of design standards (AASHTO, NACTO, etc.).

** Amount of Travel Required*
* 10% or less

** EEO Statement*
* We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic…