MSA Professional Services Inc

Project Engineer Transportation

MSA Professional Services Inc$97K — $156K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program required
  • Minimum of 4 years of transportation engineering experience required
  • Experience utilizing OpenRoads Designer (ORD) required
  • Strong understanding of transportation engineering principles and DOT requirements
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and delivery of roadway and multimodal transportation projects
  • Perform and review engineering analyses, including geometrics and drainage
  • Prepare technical reports, design documentation, and specifications
  • Coordinate project deliverables and ensure compliance with agency standards
  • Monitor project scope, schedule, and budget; address issues proactively
  • Maintain communication with clients and stakeholders
  • Mentor junior staff and support their professional development

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with no-cost shares
  • Flexible work-life integration and flex time policies
  • Generous 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Minimum of 17 Paid Time Off days in the first year
  • Paid parental leave for all employees
  • Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
  • Short-Term Incentive Program (annual performance-based bonus opportunity)
Full Job Description
Overview

Overview

MSA Professional Services is seeking a Project Engineer 6 Transportation to support the planning, design, and delivery of roadway and transportation infrastructure projects.

This role is ideal for a licensed transportation engineer who enjoys balancing technical design, client interaction, and project leadership responsibilities. You will work with minimal oversight to lead project components, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and deliver innovative transportation solutions that improve mobility and safety for the communities we serve. The Project Engineer serves as a key technical resource, mentors junior staff, and helps maintain strong client relationships while contributing to project success.

Responsibilities

Transportation Design & Technical Leadership

  • Lead the design and delivery of roadway, highway, and multimodal transportation projects utilizing OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and related design tools
  • Perform and review roadway geometrics, corridor modeling, drainage analysis, traffic accommodations, and construction staging plans
  • Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, design documentation, specifications, and bidding documents
  • Coordinate project deliverables and ensure compliance with applicable DOT and local agency standards
  • Provide technical QA/QC review and support constructability throughout project development

Project Execution

  • Lead assigned project components through planning, design, and construction phases with minimal oversight
  • Monitor project scope, schedule, and budget and proactively identify and resolve issues
  • Coordinate and integrate work completed by junior staff and technical support personnel
  • Participate in field investigations, site visits, and construction support activities as needed
  • Support project managers in maintaining successful project delivery and client satisfaction

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Maintain consistent communication with clients, project managers, agency personnel, and project stakeholders
  • Lead or co-lead client meetings to present technical updates and coordinate project activities
  • Serve as a key client contact for assigned projects and project tasks
  • Support proposal development and project pursuits for transportation clients
  • Participate in industry organizations and conferences to support client relationships and business development efforts

Mentorship & Team Development

  • Mentor graduate engineers and junior staff through technical guidance, project coordination, and work review
  • Support staff development through coaching and knowledge sharing
  • Foster collaboration and continuous improvement across project teams
Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program required

Experience

  • Minimum of 4 years of transportation engineering experience required
  • Experience with roadway design for state and local transportation agencies preferred
  • Experience utilizing OpenRoads Designer (ORD) required

Licensure

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required

Skills

  • Strong understanding of transportation engineering principles, roadway design standards, and DOT requirements
  • Proficiency in OpenRoads Designer (ORD), MicroStation, and related transportation design software
  • Excellent technical writing and communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to lead project components and coordinate multidisciplinary teams
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills
  • Ability to monitor project budgets, schedules, and scope performance
  • Effective leadership and mentoring skills for developing junior staff
  • Desire to work in a collaborative consulting environment focused on delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions
Why MSA
  • 100% employeeowned firm with 100+ years of community impact
  • Collaborative culture with in-house experts for all disciplines across the firm
  • Flexible worklife integration
  • Ongoing learning and professional growth opportunities for all positions
  • Commitment to fostering a work environment where employees have a strong sense of inclusion and belonging
  • Included on the "ENR Top 500 Design Firms" for over 27 straight years
Additional Benefits

Eligible employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Compensation Range: $97,700 to $156,400 (commensurate with experience)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 6 As a 100% employee-owned company, eligible employees receive company shares at no cost

  • Flex Time: Work 42 hours this week? Have 2 hours added to your Flex Time balance to use as time off in the future
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan 6 Generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested

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

  • Paid Time Off 6 Minimum of 17 days in the first year

  • Paid Holidays 6 8 holidays annually

  • Paid Parental Leave 6 regardless of birth parent

  • Employer-Paid Insurance 6 Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage

  • Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP) 6 Annual performance-based bonus opportunity

About MSA Professional Services Inc

MSA Professional Services Inc is an engineering consulting firm that provides a wide range of services to public and private clients. The company was founded in 1962 and is headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin. MSA offers services in the areas of transportation, water, environment, and land development. The company has over 350 employees and operates in multiple locations throughout the United States. MSA's mission is to provide innovative and sustainable solutions to its clients' most complex challenges. The company is committed to delivering high-quality work and building long-term relationships with its clients.
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