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Transportation Engineer - Entry-Level

Whitman, Requardt and Associates, LLP · Mechanicsburg, PA · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagement$70k–$125k/yrFull-time

About the role

Join our Transportation Group in Mechanicsburg, PA as an Entry-Level Transportation Engineer. This position offers the opportunity to develop specialized expertise in either highway or traffic engineering disciplines or gain experience in both areas. You’ll collaborate directly with senior engineers on projects ranging from local intersection improvements to major interchange and corridor programs, with clients including PennDOT, MDOT, DelDOT, VDOT, and private-sector partners across the Mid-Atlantic. Gain broad project exposure (with occasional national and international work) and hands-on experience from day one in a collaborative culture focused on active mentorship, innovation, and accelerated career growth.

Responsibilities

  • Highway Engineering
    • Assist in the development of roadway alignments, profiles, and typical sections.
    • Prepare construction plans for roadway geometrics, maintenance of traffic (MOT), and erosion and sediment control.
    • Perform drainage and stormwater design tasks in coordination with senior engineers.
  • Traffic Engineering
    • Assist with traffic designs such as traffic signals, ITS/TSMO devices, signing and pavement markings, roadway lighting, and work zone traffic control.
    • Perform traffic operational/capacity analyses utilizing software such as HCS, Synchro, Sidra, or PTV Products (VISSIM/VISTRO/VISUM).
    • Perform or provide data/analysis support for travel demand modeling and forecasting tasks utilizing software such as CUBE, TransModeler, etc.
    • Perform Highway Safety Manual (HSM) based traffic safety analyses utilizing software tools such as HSS, IHSDM, ISATe, PennDOT HSM Spreadsheet Tools, and conduct traditional crash data analysis.
    • Support traffic signal and ITS system operations.
    • Support transportation planning studies for roadway, transit, bicycle, pedestrian, freight, and multimodal transportation systems.
  • Utilize design software (e.g., MicroStation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD) to produce plan sets and 3D models.
  • Support preparation of construction specifications, quantity calculations, and cost estimates.
  • Contribute to technical reports, studies, and design documentation.
  • Assist in preparing materials for client meetings, public meetings, and agency submissions.
  • Coordinate with internal design disciplines (highway, structures, traffic, utilities, environmental) to integrate design elements.
  • Participate in occasional site visits for data collection, field verification, or design support.
  • Coordinate with senior engineers on permitting requirements and utility research.

Requirements

  • Bachelor (or higher) of Science degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering from an ABET accredited program. Candidates actively pursuing their degree are eligible to apply.
  • Candidates with other engineering/applied science degrees are eligible to apply.
  • 0-4 years of relevant experience.
  • Relevant internship/job experience preferred.
  • Experience with electrical and communication system design is considered an asset.
  • Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
  • Ability to handle multiple assignments.
  • Experience working with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD preferred.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others.
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule options
  • Competitive salary
  • Leave accrual and paid holidays
  • Healthcare benefits
  • Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life insurance, short and long term disability insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Parental and maternity leave benefits

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position is $70,000.00 - $125,000.00. The specific compensation offered may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and experience.

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