Transportation Engineer - Entry-Level
About The Position
At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to plan for and design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world! We are currently seeking an Entry-Level Transportation Engineer to join our Transportation Group in our Cranberry, PA office. Recognizing that entry-level engineers are beginning their professional careers, this position offers the opportunity to develop specialized expertise in either the highway or traffic engineering disciplines or to gain experience in both areas. Join our Transportation Group and thrive in a collaborative culture, focused on active mentorship, innovation, and accelerated career growth. You’ll collaborate directly with senior engineers on projects ranging from local intersection improvements to major interchange and corridor programs — with clients including PennDOT, MDOT, DelDOT, VDOT, and private-sector partners across the Mid-Atlantic. You will gain broad project exposure (with occasional national and international work) and hands-on experience from day one. If you're driven to keep learning and ready to build a strong foundation in engineering, this role is built for you. You will collaborate closely with senior engineers who will provide structured mentorship, hands-on training, and ongoing support to help you achieve your long-term career goals.
Requirements
- Bachelor (or higher) of Science degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
- Candidates actively pursuing their degree are eligible to apply.
- Candidates with other engineering/applied science degrees are eligible to apply.
- 0-4 years of relevant experience
- Ability to effectively communicate orally/written.
- Ability to handle multiple assignments.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with electrical and communication system design is considered an asset.
- Relevant internship/job experience preferred.
- Experience working with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD preferred.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development of roadway alignments, profiles, and typical sections.
- Prepare construction plans for roadway geometrics, maintenance of traffic (MOT) and erosion and sediment control.
- Perform drainage and stormwater design tasks in coordination with senior engineers.
- Assist with traffic designs such as traffic signals, ITS/TSMO devices, signing and pavement markings, roadway lighting, and work zone traffic control.
- Perform traffic operational/capacity analyses utilizing software such as HCS, Synchro, Sidra, or PTV Products (VISSIM/VISTRO/VISUM).
- Perform or provide data/analysis support for travel demand modeling and forecasting tasks utilizing software such as CUBE, TransModeler, etc.
- Perform Highway Safety Manual (HSM) based traffic safety analyses utilizing software tools such as HSS, IHSDM, ISATe, PennDOT HSM Spreadsheet Tools and conduct traditional crash data analysis.
- Support traffic signal and ITS system operations.
- Support transportation planning studies for roadway, transit, bicycle, pedestrian, freight, and multimodal transportation systems.
- Utilize design software (e.g., Microstation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD) to produce plan sets and 3D models.
- Support preparation of construction specifications, quantity calculations and cost estimates.
- Contribute to technical reports, studies, and design documentation.
- Assist in preparing materials for client meetings, public meetings, and agency submissions.
- Coordinate with internal design disciplines (highway, structures, traffic, utilities, environmental) to integrate design elements.
- Participate in occasional site visits for data collection, field verification, or design support.
- Coordinate with senior engineers on permitting requirements and utility research.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedule options
- Competitive salary
- Leave accrual and paid holidays
- Healthcare benefits
- Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental and maternity leave benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
