Senior Transportation Engineer

Robert Peccia & Associates • Bozeman, MT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA) is excited to offer a dynamic opportunity for a Senior Transportation Engineer within our Transportation Planning & Operations Group. In this role, you will lead the development of transportation solutions that improve safety, mobility, and system performance across the Northwest. You will work on a wide range of planning, preliminary engineering, and conceptual design projects for MDT, FHWA, and local municipalities as part of one of the region’s top transportation teams. We are seeking an innovative, self-motivated, and team-oriented professional with strong technical expertise, leadership experience, and a passion for developing practical, effective transportation solutions. This role offers significant growth opportunities, including leadership and project management pathways within RPA.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (transportation emphasis preferred) or related field.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in Montana, or ability to obtain within six (6) months.
• 8+ years of experience in traffic and/or transportation engineering.
• Experience with MDT, FHWA, or local agency projects is highly desirable.
• Understanding of transportation analysis and simulation tools such as Synchro, SimTraffic, and Vissim.
• Demonstrated experience leading projects, managing teams, and coordinating with clients and agencies.
• Strong ability to apply engineering judgment to evaluate alternatives and develop practical transportation solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong technical writing abilities.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and a solutions-oriented mindset are essential.
• Commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture and alignment with RPA’s Core Values.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with design software including Civil 3D is preferred.
• PTOE or RSP certification (or ability to obtain within six (6) months) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a discipline lead for transportation engineering on projects of varying size and complexity.
• Plan, manage, and oversee all aspects of small- to medium-sized projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables on schedule and within budget.
• Lead the identification and evaluation of transportation improvement alternatives, considering safety, operations, and system performance.
• Guide the development of conceptual layouts, preliminary designs, and visualizations to effectively communicate project solutions.
• Provide direction on traffic operations, safety, and planning analyses, using modeling and simulation tools as appropriate to support decision-making.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinating with engineers, planners, clients, and agencies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, public agencies, and stakeholders through proactive communication and trusted service.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior engineers and staff.
• Oversee preparation of technical reports, calculations, and project documentation.
• Support marketing efforts, proposal development, and client growth strategies.

Benefits

• Generous Retirement Plan: RPA contributes to your retirement future, with no match required, starting on day one.
• 100% Employee Owned: Our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) provides you with direct ownership in the company, aligning your success with ours.
• Competitive Salary and Bonuses: Enjoy a rewarding compensation structure including competitive base salary and company-wide bonus program.
• Flexible Work Environment: We support work-life balance with excellent leave policies, flexible schedules, and paid time over 40 hours per week.
• Professional Growth: We support and encourage professional development and involvement in civic/professional organizations and provide ample opportunity for career growth within RPA.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior