Job Description
We're looking for a Transportation Engineer who enjoys taking complete streets and multimodal projects from concept to construction. This role is ideal for an engineer with strong PS&E delivery experience, advanced Civil 3D skills, and a passion for designing safer, more connected streets for all users.
What You'll Do
Develop complete PS&E packages for multimodal and complete streets projects, including plan/profile sheets, details, signing & striping, ADA ramps, utilities, and MOT/traffic control plans Perform hands-on design using AutoCAD Civil 3D (corridors, alignments, surfaces, pipe networks, grading) Deliver model-based designs, manage sheet sets, and support QA/QC and agency reviews Prepare engineer's cost estimates (OPCC & PS&E-level) and project specifications Apply AASHTO, NACTO, DOT, and municipal standards-adapting quickly to new agency criteria Coordinate closely with planners, landscape architects, urban designers, utilities, and public agencies
Projects You'll Work On
Multimodal corridors and complete streets featuring:
Protected bike lanes, buffered lanes, and shared-use paths Sidewalks, curb extensions, crosswalks, and ADA improvements Streetscape elements such as medians, trees, furnishings, and lighting coordination
Context-sensitive designs balancing vehicles, transit, bikes, and pedestrians in constrained ROW
Skills & Abilities
Expert Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Expert Knowledge of engineer principles of design. Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations. Basic knowledge of design standards (AASHTO, NACTO, etc.).
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline. Professional engineering (PE) license. 7 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience delivering complete PS&E / construction drawing packages. Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (corridors, surfaces, alignments, pipe networks, grading) with efficient model-based plan production. Experience developing engineer's cost estimates (OPCC and PS&E-level) and technical specifications. Familiarity with state DOT and municipal design standards, and navigating agency review and QA/QC cycles. Experience delivering complete streets and multimodal corridor projects, including bike, pedestrian, and streetscape elements. Ability to balance vehicular, transit, bicycle, and pedestrian needs within constrained rights-of-way. Knowledge of traffic calming, curb management, and multimodal safety strategies. Experience coordinating with planning, landscape architecture, and urban design teams. Ability to translate planning-level concepts into buildable construction documents.
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Amount of Travel Required
10% or less
Pay Range Min
USD $91,478.00
Pay Range Max
USD $160,118.00
Additional Pay Range Information
CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate's salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.
Additional Compensation
All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Visa Sponsorship Available
No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
Agency Disclaimer
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Team will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
