Transportation Engineer I

About the Role

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. A career at Bowman is more than a job—it is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team, and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

This role involves evaluating, selecting, and applying standard transportation engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria on moderately complex transportation and infrastructure projects. You will assist in developing sustainable transportation solutions to make communities more livable by reducing traffic congestion, promoting multiple modes of transportation, supporting land development, and improving safety for all users.

Responsibilities

• Receive general instruction on key objectives for execution and direction as needed, especially on difficult assignments and possible solutions.
• Work closely with senior members to learn about and assist with transportation engineering and planning work.
• Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and internal services/groups/offices as necessary.
• Work side by side with the project team on transportation projects, including:
  • Preparing maps and graphics for public and client meetings.
  • Performing data analysis, field reviews, and data collection.
  • Conducting research on trends and best practices.
  • Contributing to stakeholder and public engagement efforts.
  • Developing solutions to complex problems and presenting recommendations.
  • Preparing engineering plans and reports.
  • Assisting in preparation of grant applications and associated services related to funding programs.
  • Participating in construction-related assignments.
• Draft transmittals, memos, meeting minutes, letters, and other documentation/communications.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, plans, specifications, construction schedules, cost estimates, permits, and/or designs for projects.
• Conduct field visits, field data collection, and field observations.
• Develop and maintain accurate and organized project files.
• Follow established firm goals, SOPs, and QA/QC procedures, and assist in the QA/QC review of technical work of other staff.
• Work on various analyses and design aspects of engineering projects, which may include:
  • Road/access design, corridor projects, multimodal projects, bridge design, safety projects, and other associated engineering services.
  • Traffic studies, corridor/regional studies, safety studies, and other associated engineering services.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive projects/tasks.
• Effective communication with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Strong working relationship with internal leaders, peers, and external clients.
• High degree of discretion and ability to manage confidential information.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude with a strong work ethic.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to work-related and project needs.
• Commitment to driving profitability and growth.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.
• Effective communication, presentation, writing, and graphic skills, including public speaking, written reports, presentation materials, and technical writing.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Demonstrated interest in multimodal transportation planning and engineering.
• Desire, aptitude, and motivation to learn and apply new concepts.
• Commitment to becoming a "citizen" of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering discipline required at time of employment.
• Academic or internship experience in transportation discipline preferred.
• Entry-level position; no prior experience required. Any professional experience is a plus.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (EIT) preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Valid state driver's license and ability to successfully pass a motor vehicle check or reliable form of transportation to/from the office and/or project site strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, or other engineering design software.
• Interest and/or familiarity with Department of Transportation (DOT) permitting agency and industry design, permitting and construction standards, and/or policies and procedures.
• Interest and/or familiarity with Federal and State ADA Standards and Guidelines.
• Knowledge of computer software such as Synchro, HCS, AutoCAD, MicroStation, VISSIM, SIDRA, and/or BlueBeam.

About Bowman

At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow. A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

Pay

Salary range: $72,000–$75,000, including a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts.

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
• Some outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.