Lead Transportation Engineer, Roads + Highways

Sidara•San Diego, CA

25d

About The Position

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions. Are you an experienced Civil Engineer ready to take on a leadership role where you can shape the future of public works and guide the next generation of engineering professionals? We are seeking a Lead Transportation Engineer specializing in managing public works infrastructure projects for local municipalities to join our growing Roads + Highways team in San Diego. In this role, you’ll combine your technical and management expertise with your ability to lead, mentor, and inspire a team of engineers and designers. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven professional who enjoys delivering innovative infrastructure solutions for public works projects. You’ll lead the design and coordination of roadways, bikeways, and stormwater systems while serving as a trusted technical resource, project manager, and team leader.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering required.
Professional Engineer (PE) license in California required.
15+ years of progressive experience in roadway engineering and transportation infrastructure.
Strong technical background in transportation, grading, or drainage design.
Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil3D, StormCAD, OpenRoads Designer, HEC-RAS, and other related software.
Proven ability to manage complex projects, lead technical teams, and coordinate with multiple disciplines.
Excellent communication skills and an eagerness to mentor early-career engineers.

Responsibilities

Lead roadway and highway design projects from concept through construction, ensuring high-quality technical delivery and design excellence.
Mentor and develop junior and mid-level staff , providing guidance in project execution, technical design, and career growth.
Serve as a Project Manager , leading interdisciplinary teams in the design of roadways, bikeways, intersections, interchanges, and related infrastructure, including drainage and water quality projects.
Serve as a Contract Manager , managing on-call contracts with local agencies and forming high performing teams to successfully deliver task orders.
Oversee the preparation of construction documents including plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
Support staff in achieving QA/QC standards and meeting internal and agency requirements.
Foster strong relationships with clients, agencies, and local partners; act as a trusted advisor for technical matters.
Participate in and/or lead project pursuits, including the “Go/No-Go” decision making process, proposal development and client interviews.
Build and nurture relationships with existing and potential clients and teaming partners.
Collaborate with the Roads + Highways Sector Manager and other transportation leaders to develop and execute business development strategies.
Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and meetings to promote capabilities and establish thought leadership.
Guide and support your team through technical challenges, schedule management, and coordination with subconsultants and stakeholders.