Transportation Project Engineer - Mid Level

DOWL•Bend, OR

10h

About The Position

Are you ready to make an impact on the roads, sidewalks, and bike paths that shape our communities? DOWL is seeking a Transportation Project Engineer 1 to join our innovative team and take on complex, high-profile projects that improve how people move every day. In this role, you’ll dive into a wide range of transportation design challenges; from local streets to major highways, using your expertise in CAD, 3D modeling, and engineering analysis. You’ll contribute to everything from technical reports and cost estimates to geometric layouts and stakeholder coordination. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who’s passionate about design, eager to grow, and excited to mentor others along the way. If you're a detail-oriented problem-solver with a strong work ethic, a drive to keep learning, and the skills to bring smart transportation solutions to life, we want to hear from you. Join DOWL and help engineer a safer, more connected tomorrow.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required
Years of experience required: 6 years
Years of experience required with advanced degree: 5 years
PE required
Driving is an essential job function or a valid driver’s license is required to support legitimate business purposes

Responsibilities

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) - Proficient
Market Sector Software (AutoCAD C3D) - Proficient
Market Sector Software (Microstation Connect and OpenRoads) - Proficient (if applicable)
3D design and visualizations (e.g., Revit, Infraworks) - Developing (if applicable)
Task Specific (e.g., AutoTurn, GuideSign)
Fully proficient understanding of technical fundamentals related to the market sector
Leads technical efforts on a variety of project types, sizes and complexities
Mentors others on technical tasks and skills
Performs quality control technical checking of moderately complex deliverables
Team player who leads small teams (1-2 people) to complete challenging assignments.
Is an independent thinker, provides clear communication and direction to others, and takes responsibility for their results.
Technical reports and memos
Specifications
Construction quantity calculations and cost estimates
Design documents and construction plans
Breakdown of costs and scope of work - basic
Schedules - basic
Proposal technical approach
Advanced understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets.
Develops budgets and schedules for complex tasks.
Breaks down complex projects into logical tasks.
Able to prioritize multiple assignments to successfully deliver all assigned projects on time and on budget.
Mentors others on above.
Interprets, selects, and employs the following design codes with advanced skill:
AASHTO and FHWA - Advanced
Local Client - Advanced
Actively mentor others on interpreting design codes
Understands limitations of design codes
Frequent direct communications with clients to resolve technical issues on moderate to complex projects.
Leads client project meetings.
Understands appropriate messaging and legal risks.
Other duties as assigned.
Oversees team operations and the daily workflow of the team
Organizes workflow and ensures that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks
Recruits and hires new employees
Implements training for new hires and identifies training opportunities for current staff
Communicates information from leadership to employees and vice versa
Monitors employee productivity and provides constructive feedback and coaching
Sets goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with company’s plans and vision and communicates them to employees
Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations
Decides on reward and promotion based on performance
Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy