Experienced Transportation Design Engineer
On-sitePortland, Oregon, United States
Job Summary
Lead the evaluation, selection, and design of transportation system solutions, generating conceptual designs and construction documents while performing field work and supporting construction. Prepare plans, specifications, and estimates for complete streets, bikeways, traffic signals, and lighting projects, ensuring designs align with NACTO best practices and client objectives. Manage engineering and planning studies, oversee technical staff, and deliver projects to public, private, and institutional clients. Engage directly with clients and community members to foster relationships and nurture new project opportunities. Mentor colleagues and receive guidance from senior staff within a team focused on expanding accessibility and improving mobility.
Required Qualifications
- 7-12 years of experience in transportation engineering
- A bachelor's or master's degree in transportation, civil or electrical engineering, urban and regional planning, or a related major (e.g., geography, math, statistics, economics)
- Currently hold or plan to hold a professional engineer's (PE) license
- Experience applying MUTCD, and AASHTO design standards on a variety of projects
- Familiarity with ODOT and local agency design and operations standards and experience applying them on Oregon projects
- Experience with preparing and reviewing signing, striping, and traffic signal plans
- Safety countermeasure selection and design
- Familiarity with mobility issues and how they affect transportation engineering
- Experience leading proposals and nurturing client relationships
- Interest and experience with mentoring and training staff
Desired Qualifications
- Road Safety Professional (RSP) certification
- Passion for listening to and engaging with diverse communities
- Quick-build project design and implementation
- Active transportation planning and design
- Road safety planning and design
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