Senior Transportation Engineer

We are seeking a senior transportation engineer with a focus on roadway and multimodal projects and who has a people‑first mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a desire to make a positive impact on our organization and our communities.

This role is about leading complex and innovative transportation engineering and design projects while building client relationships that contribute to bringing work to the firm. Consistency, collaboration, and a keen focus on providing meaningful mentorship to others are all critical success factors.

• Demonstrated experience with an emphasis on roadway and intersection design and preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Experience leading projects involving designs of the following elements: roadways, intersections, roundabouts, drainage, pedestrian/bicycle facilities, traffic signals, work zone traffic control, illumination, and/or signing & striping.
• Experience managing design of NCDOT projects.
• Expertise with one or more of the following design software tools:
  Micro Station, Open Roads, and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Familiarity with the procedures and methodologies published in the major national guidelines (e.g., AASHTO, MUTCD) and NCDOT guidelines.

• Technical proficiency with an emphasis on roadway and intersection design.
• Provide technical direction to others for complex projects/tasks.
• Develop sound and informed scopes, budgets, and schedules for proposals.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients/teaming partners/industry professionals.
• Contribute to and develop new work opportunities.
• Deliver meaningful feedback and mentorship for career growth.

• 10-20 years of experience related to technical focus areas referenced above.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state where you will primarily deliver work.
• Clear passion for transportation and experience as a consultant.

At Kittelson, our approach to compensation and benefits is built around a few core principles:

• We take the
  long view and think in terms of total compensation
  , which goes well beyond base salary and encompasses retirement planning, insurance, time‑off benefits, professional development opportunities, and a year‑end performance bonus open to all team members.
• Incorporate choice and flexibility
  , knowing each of our members has unique circumstances and benefit preferences.
• Continuously monitor and adapt by keeping a pulse on external market pay and trends in the geographies where we operate.

The range for this position is $,000, which is a combination of your base salary plus an employer‑funded 401K retirement contribution. Position in this range is determined by candidate’s experience and office location.

If you have a passion for helping communities and want to work with a great team that is making a difference in transportation today, we want to hear from you! Please express interest in this position by using the “Apply Now” button below. During the application process you will be asked to provide some contact information, answer a few questions, and upload a resume.

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Kittelson
is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.