Transportation Engineer or Planner (5+ Years)

Fehr & Peers•Sacramento, CA

2d•$100,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Fehr & Peers is hiring an experienced Transportation Engineer or Planner to lead meaningful, multimodal transportation projects. The role involves applying technical expertise and sound judgment to complex transportation challenges, defining project approaches, building client relationships, and supporting the development of colleagues. The position offers opportunities to take ownership, contribute to strategy, and help advance projects and staff in a collaborative environment that values initiative, thoughtful problem-solving, mentorship, and balance. The work spans transportation planning and engineering across travel modes and may include traffic and transit simulation, corridor and campus plans, multimodal studies, transportation impact analyses, bicycle and pedestrian studies, and regional transportation plans. The employee will manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and client coordination; communicate recommendations to clients and stakeholders; and use analytical tools and software to develop practical, well-supported solutions. The role also includes mentoring junior staff and responsibly exploring new tools and technologies while maintaining professional judgment and accountability.

Requirements

At least 5 years of relevant experience in transportation planning or engineering.
Experience in one or more of the following areas: traffic operations analysis, traffic engineering and streetscape design, transportation planning, or travel demand forecasting.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in transportation, civil or electrical engineering, urban and regional planning, or a related field such as geography, mathematics, statistics, or economics.
Strong technical writing and public speaking skills.
Experience with project management and contributing to business development efforts.
Willingness to travel to support projects and collaboration across offices.
Openness to exploring and responsibly using new technologies and tools while maintaining critical thinking and professional judgment.

Nice To Haves

Professional license (highly desirable).
GIS experience (preferred, but not required).

Responsibilities

Lead and solve complex transportation planning and engineering challenges across all travel modes.
Clearly communicate technical concepts through writing, presentations, and discussions with clients and stakeholders.
Apply analytical tools and software to develop practical, well-supported recommendations.
Work on diverse projects, potentially including traffic and transit simulation, corridor and campus plans, multimodal studies, transportation impact analyses, bicycle and pedestrian studies, and regional transportation plans.
Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and client coordination.
Build and maintain strong client relationships.
Mentor and support the development of junior staff.
Learn and adopt tools, technologies, and ways of working that enhance day-to-day work while maintaining professional judgment, critical thinking, and accountability for results.