Principal Engineer, Roads & Highways
Job Summary
The Principal Engineer will play a pivotal role in accelerating growth and strengthening TYLin’s Transportation practice across Southern California. This position combines client leadership, strategic pursuit, and hands-on project delivery excellence.
Responsibilities
Lead strategic client leadership & market growth
Drive account growth strategies, including capture planning, executive engagement, and positioning for major pursuits
Strengthen TYLin’s brand visibility through active leadership in WTS, ASCE, CMAA, and other industry organizations
Serve on the Southern California leadership team providing strategic direction on go/no-go decisions, capture strategies, and executive positioning
Lead or support highway-focused and multi-disciplinary pursuits in partnership with the existing highway design team and broader transportation practice
Cookordination cross-market and alternative delivery pursuits, aligning local strategy with corporate growth objectives
Serve as Project Manager on key roadway and transportation projects across Orange County and the greater Los Angeles region
Lead and mentor internal design teams and subconsultants, ensuring quality, schedule adherence, profitability, and client satisfaction
Provide strategic and hands-on support to active California programs to enhance delivery performance, margin, and follow-on opportunities
Qualifications
Degree & Licensure: Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and active PE license in California
Proven Experience: 20+ years leading, managing and delivering roadway projects, especially with Caltrans (District 4 and surrounding districts), LA Metro, LA County Public Work major Southern California cities and counties, including Orange County, SANDAG, TCA, SBCTA, RCTC, etc.
Understanding of financial drivers, funding mechanisms, and business strategy related to transportation delivery, advanced education (MBA or similar), a plus
Strong experience interfacing with diverse stakeholders, such as utility companies, cities and counties
Technical Know-How: Deep familiarity with California design manuals, standards, and project development processes
Delivery Expertise: Experience in both Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build environments is a plus
Strong Communicator: Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
Client-Focused Leader: A proactive, relationship-driven mindset and commitment to high-quality, innovative solutions
Integrity & Collaboration: You lead with integrity and thrive in team-oriented, cross-functional settings