Madison, Wisconsin

Onsite/Hybrid/Flextime Eligible

MSA Professional Services is seeking a Graduate Engineer – Transportation to join our team in Madison, Wisconsin. This entry-level opportunity is ideal for a recent civil engineering graduate interested in roadway design, traffic engineering, and using technology to develop transportation solutions that improve how people move through their communities.

You’ll work alongside experienced transportation engineers on intersection and highway improvement projects, gaining hands-on experience with CAD and 3D design, traffic modeling and analysis, field investigations, and public engagement. You’ll receive mentorship as you build your technical skills, gain exposure to projects from planning through design, and work toward professional licensure.

Transportation Design & Engineering

• Perform CAD and 3D design work for intersection, roadway, and highway improvement projects under the guidance of experienced engineers
• Assist with the development of transportation design plans, calculations, technical documentation, and other project deliverables
• Support traffic engineering studies and reports by compiling, analyzing, and presenting transportation data

Traffic Modeling & Analysis

• Assist with computer modeling of intersection capacity, traffic operations, and other transportation conditions
• Analyze modeling results and help translate findings into clear technical reports, recommendations, and project solutions
• Support traffic counting, GIS reporting, data collection, and other field investigations needed for transportation projects

Project & Public Engagement

• Work closely with engineers, Project Managers, and multidisciplinary teams to complete assigned project tasks
• Assist with the preparation of presentation materials and displays for public meetings and participate in public engagement activities
• Participate in project and client meetings alongside experienced staff while developing an understanding of project scope, schedules, budgets, and client needs

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program required
• Transportation or traffic engineering coursework or emphasis preferred

Experience

• No professional engineering experience required
• Transportation, roadway, traffic engineering, or civil engineering internship/co-op experience preferred

Licensure

• Professional licensure is not required
• Degree should support futureProfessional Engineer (PE) licensure

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous consulting internship experience

• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam passed

• Experience with Bentley OpenRoads or similar roadway design software

This position requires authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.

Salary Range: $62,600 6 $100,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Candidates with significant experience may also be considered for a higher-level role with increased compensation.

Eligible employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for employees and eligible dependents

• Paid Time Off: Minimum of 17 days in the first year

• Paid Holidays: 8 holidays annually

• Paid Parental Leave: 2 weeks for both parents, with additional paid leave for birth parents

• Employer-Paid Insurance: Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As a 100% employee-owned company, eligible employees receive company shares at no cost

• 401(k) Retirement Plan: With a generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested

• Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP): Annual performance-based bonus opportunity

Together, these benefits reflect our commitment to supporting our employees99 well-being, growth, and long-term success.