Senior Project Engineer (Transportation)
About The Position
Otak is seeking a Senior Transportation Project Engineer to apply design expertise to municipal roadways, soft- and hard-surface trails, underpasses and bridges, site/civil projects in national parks and on university campuses, and utility improvements for municipal, state, federal, and private clients. The role offers the opportunity to take projects from concept through construction and is suited to an experienced civil engineer ready to advance toward project management. The engineer will lead complex design efforts, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, engage with clients and agencies, and help deliver safe, sustainable, community-focused transportation solutions. The position also supports business development, mentors junior staff, and contributes to Otak’s transportation and transit design practice. The role includes technical design and delivery leadership, coordination with public agencies, collaboration with project managers on scopes, schedules, and budgets, and application of applicable design standards. It also provides project management experience and a path toward a Project Manager role, along with opportunities to support proposals, business development, and construction-phase services. Otak describes a collaborative and inclusive culture and offers a comprehensive total rewards program. The listed salary range is $120,000–$150,000 per year; actual salary depends on experience, qualifications, work location, market, and business considerations. Relocation assistance may be provided to candidates relocating from outside the area.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution or equivalent education.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- At least 10 years of progressive civil engineering experience, emphasizing transportation, public infrastructure, drainage, utilities, site development, or civic projects for municipal and private clients.
- Experience coordinating with public agencies, including local cities, counties, and transit agencies.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation/OpenRoads, or similar design software.
- Strong technical background in roadway, multimodal, and transit infrastructure design.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with clients.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the technical design and delivery of transportation and transit projects.
- Build and maintain relationships with public agencies, including local cities, counties, and transit agencies.
- Collaborate with project managers on scopes, schedules, and budgets to meet client goals and contract requirements.
- Apply AASHTO, ADA, MUTCD, and WSDOT standards to support regulatory compliance and design quality.
- Mentor junior staff and promote collaboration, technical growth, and knowledge sharing.
- Support project management through progress tracking, task leadership, and client coordination.
- Assist in preparing proposals and developing project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
- Contribute to business development through strong client relationships.
- Provide construction-phase support, including submittal reviews, RFIs, and site visits to verify design intent and technical accuracy.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Discretionary performance bonuses
- No-cost medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- HRA/HSA
- 401(k) retirement match
- Hybrid work schedule
- Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual based on industry experience
- Nine paid holidays per year
- Commuter allowance based on office location
- Support for professional registration and/or certification fees
- Relocation assistance may be provided to candidates relocating from outside the area
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
