Transportation Project Engineer - Mid-Level

About the role

DOWL is seeking a skilled and motivated Transportation Project Engineer 2 to take the lead on some of the most exciting and complex transportation infrastructure projects in the region. From bike paths and local roads to freeways and multimodal facilities, you’ll play a key role in shaping how communities move and connect. In this role, you’ll lead engineering calculations, alternatives analysis, and 2D/3D design efforts across high-impact projects. You’ll conduct site visits, produce CAD mark-ups, perform corridor modeling, write technical reports and specs, estimate costs, and interface directly with clients and stakeholders. You’ll also be responsible for scope and budget documentation and project coordination efforts from start to finish.

We’re looking for someone with highly advanced proficiency in design software, a strong work ethic, and the ability to quickly master and teach new design concepts with minimal oversight. If you have a passion for innovation, mentoring others, and delivering high-quality, community-focused transportation solutions, you’ll thrive in this role.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering calculations, alternatives analysis, and 2D/3D design efforts for transportation projects.
• Conduct site visits, produce CAD mark-ups, perform corridor modeling, and write technical reports and specifications.
• Estimate costs and interface directly with clients and stakeholders.
• Manage scope, budget documentation, and project coordination from start to finish.
• Provide quality control for technical reports, memos, specifications, construction quantity calculations, cost estimates, design documents, and construction plans.
• Develop and understand budgets, schedules, and scopes; predict and deliver individual tasks within set levels of effort.
• Break down complex projects into logical tasks and prioritize multiple assignments to deliver projects on time and on budget.
• Mentor others on technical fundamentals, design codes, and project delivery.
• Interpret, select, and employ design codes (AASHTO, FHWA, local client standards) and mentor others on their use.
• Lead direct communications with clients, including technical project meetings and project interviews.
• Perform advanced technical tasks on complex, demanding projects with a high level of autonomy.
• Review the work of others and provide technical guidance on proposals.
• May perform assistant project management services or act as project engineer on multidisciplinary projects.
• Oversee team operations, workflow, and productivity; provide feedback, coaching, and performance evaluations.
• Recruit, hire, and train new employees; set performance goals and deadlines.
• Handle discipline and termination of employees as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field (required).
• 10 years of experience (9 years with an advanced degree).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (required).
• Valid driver’s license (driving is an essential job function).

Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation Connect/OpenRoads.
• Proficiency in 3D design and visualizations (e.g., Revit, Infraworks).
• Proficiency in task-specific software (e.g., AutoTurn, GuideSign).
• Advanced understanding of technical fundamentals and ability to provide unique solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Strong teamwork and leadership skills; ability to set expectations, communicate clearly, and take responsibility for team results.
• Expertise in interpreting and applying design codes (AASHTO, FHWA, local client standards).
• Strong client interaction skills, including leading technical meetings and understanding legal risks.

Physical Demands

The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and use hands. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to talk and hear.