Transportation Engineer

Overview

Senior Transportation Engineer – Roadway & DOT Specialization

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Department: Public Works

Join a well-established multi-disciplinary engineering firm that has been delivering impactful infrastructure solutions throughout the Southwest for more than 20 years. We're seeking an experienced Transportation Engineer ready to drive meaningful change through technically complex projects that strengthen the communities we serve.

Our culture is built on collaboration, engineering excellence, and a genuine commitment to making a difference.

As a Senior Technical Engineer (PE-4), you'll serve as both a technical leader and mentor on advanced transportation and roadway initiatives—with particular focus on DOT and roadway design. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who excels at combining deep technical expertise with strategic guidance across multiple project teams.

You'll be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality engineering solutions, contributing to business development efforts, and shaping technical direction on mission-critical projects.

• Direct complex transportation and roadway projects while ensuring full compliance with DOT standards at the federal, state, and local levels
• Conduct comprehensive QA/QC reviews and approve final plan sets with professional stamp
• Mentor and develop engineering staff—including PEs, EITs, and designers—fostering a culture of growth and knowledge transfer
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies and industry best practices to enhance design standards and operational efficiency
• Contribute to proposals, client presentations, feasibility assessments, and technical due diligence for new opportunities
• Develop technical documentation including hydraulic analyses, utility coordination reports, and engineering memos
• Serve as the firm's technical representative in client meetings, public agency forums, and project coordination efforts

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• 12–15 years of progressive experience in transportation planning and/or final design
• Advanced proficiency with Civil 3D, Open Roads Designer, Bluebeam
  , and pipe network modeling software
• Demonstrated success managing projects independently (up to $200K budget)
• Strong communication skills—both written and verbal
• Capability to provide expert-level technical testimony when needed

We believe great work happens when people feel valued, supported, and empowered. You'll join a team that emphasizes professional growth, work-life integration, and long-term career advancement.

• Competitive base salary plus discretionary performance bonuses
• Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions
• Generous paid time off, holidays, and bereavement leave
• Dedicated professional development support and continuing education opportunities
• Community engagement initiatives and protected innovation time as part of utilization expectations