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Transportation Engineer - Entry-Level

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

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven." With over 110 years in business, we are known for quality work and quality employees. Join our team to help plan and design infrastructure and buildings that improve the world.

About the role

We are seeking an Entry-Level Transportation Engineer to join our Transportation Group in Cranberry, PA. This position offers the opportunity to develop specialized expertise in highway or traffic engineering—or gain experience in both. You’ll thrive in a collaborative culture with active mentorship, innovation, and accelerated career growth. Work directly with senior engineers on projects ranging from local intersection improvements to major interchange and corridor programs for clients like PennDOT, MDOT, DelDOT, VDOT, and private-sector partners across the Mid-Atlantic. Gain broad project exposure, including occasional national and international work, with hands-on experience from day one.

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 using software such as HCS, Synchro, Sidra, or PTV Products (VISSIM/VISTRO/VISUM).
    • Support travel demand modeling and forecasting tasks using software like CUBE or TransModeler.
    • Perform Highway Safety Manual (HSM)-based traffic safety analyses using tools such as HSS, IHSDM, ISATe, or PennDOT HSM Spreadsheet Tools, and conduct traditional crash data analysis.
    • Support traffic signal and ITS system operations.
    • Contribute to 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. Other engineering/applied science degrees may also be considered.
  • 0–4 years of relevant experience; internship/job experience preferred.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple assignments.
  • Experience with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others.
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
  • Experience with electrical and communication system design is an asset.

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, with optional additional 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 – $125,000. The specific compensation offered may vary based on factors including relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and experience.

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