Transportation Project Engineer

David Evans and Associates • Portland, OR

408d • $85,000 - $113,000

About The Position

David Evans and Associates (DEA) is seeking a Transportation Project Engineer for our Portland, OR or Salt Lake City, Utah office. In this role, you will support our Transit and Rail group and contribute to a variety of transportation projects. We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter with strong technical skills and engineering judgment to take concept designs and transform them into construction-ready plans and technical specifications. The successful candidate will work on multi-discipline projects, performing engineering calculations and design across a variety of transportation-related tasks. You'll have the opportunity to work on track design, street improvements, utility plans, bike and pedestrian facilities, station design, grading, site development, signing and striping, traffic control plans, and more. We seek someone with experience in 3D modeling, ADA requirements, quantity take-offs, cost estimating, and specifications development. The ideal candidate is eager to take on new challenges, grow their skills, and has a passion for excellence. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, and an interest in project management is a plus.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineering (PE) License.
• Experience working with state and local agencies.
• Proficiency in MicroStation/InRoads, OpenRoads, and/or Civil3D design software.
• Minimum of four years of civil engineering experience related to transportation projects.

Nice To Haves

• PE License in the State of Oregon.
• Experience working with Oregon state and local agencies.
• 6+ years of transportation project experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with supervisors, project managers, and staff to coordinate project efforts.
• Design and oversee the preparation of preliminary and final civil construction plans using Civil3D or OpenRoads.
• Ensure on-time, on-budget project execution while maintaining industry-leading quality standards.
• Participate in business development and client engagement activities.
• Coordinate and review designs from other disciplines, including traffic, structures, stormwater, erosion control, and water systems.
• Prepare and modify reports, specifications, and cost estimates for assigned projects.
• Assess permitting needs and coordinate permit applications.
• Manage project tasks, tracking project scopes, budgets, and schedules.

Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Financial Wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions.
• Professional Development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Pay, and flexible 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).
• Retirement: 401k plan and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Holistic Wellbeing: Focus on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health.
• Career Growth: Mentoring and professional development to support your career goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees