Transportation Project Engineer

Position Overview

Thompson Engineering has an immediate opening for a Transportation Project Engineer to join our growing team in Mobile, Daphne, or Orange Beach, Alabama. This position is ideal for a motivated roadway design professional seeking growth into a project engineer role within a collaborative, employee-owned firm.

Position Description

This role is suited for an engineer with 5–10 years of roadway design experience on local and/or state transportation projects who is ready to assume a lead design role on roadway and bridge projects. The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of geometric roadway and roadside design and be capable of producing roadway plans for Alabama state and local clients.

Immediate Benefits

• Opportunities to develop client relationships
• Represent Thompson Engineering in professional organizations

Long-term Growth Opportunities

• Advancement into senior leadership roles
• Responsibility for managing projects and developing junior engineers

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a Transportation Project Engineer, you will work closely with team leaders and support staff to deliver high-quality roadway and bridge designs throughout the Southeast. Responsibilities include:

• Preparing preliminary design studies, project planning documents, and related activities
• Developing project specifications, cost and material estimates, reports, and engineering studies
• Producing design, detail, and layout drawings and sketches
• Managing task schedules, submittals, and project budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery
• Ensuring compliance with company safety and quality policies and procedures

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• 5–10 years of relevant experience
• Alabama Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain, required
• Proven experience with ALDOT design methods, standards, specifications, and plan preparation
• Proficiency in MicroStation, InRoads, and other Bentley products
• Working knowledge of OpenRoads preferred
• Strong knowledge of drainage design and applicable software
• Able to manage client expectations, project schedules, and budgets
• Able to mentor and train entry-level engineers
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work both in the field and in an office environment for extended periods

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work flexible schedules and overtime as required
• Sit for extended periods and operate a computer
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a company vehicle if required

About Thompson Engineering

Founded in 1953, Thompson Engineering provides planning, design, and construction-related services across the industrial, commercial, transportation, federal, and municipal markets. From early environmental and geotechnical services to full-scale design, project management, and construction management, Thompson Engineering supports projects from start to finish across the Southeast. Thompson Engineering is a recognized leader in delivering innovative, high-quality solutions for transportation, economic development, and waterfront projects.