Associate Transportation Engineer

Kittelson & Associates, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Kittelson & Associates, Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking an associate transportation engineer with a people-first mindset and an entrepreneurial spirit to lead roadway and intersection design projects.

The role focuses on high-level execution, client development, and meaningful mentorship within a collaborative team. You will manage complex civil design projects, develop scopes and budgets, and cultivate strong client/partner relationships while contributing to the firm's growth and community

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is required.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in MA or RI, with reciprocity anticipated.
• 10–20 years of experience with state DOTs or municipal clients preferred.
• Strong leadership, client relations, and project delivery skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex civil design projects.
• Develop scopes, budgets, and schedules for proposals.
• Build and maintain client and partner relationships.
• Contribute to financial health of projects and office.
• Provide mentorship for career growth.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Client relations

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

PE license MA/RI

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

AutoCAD

MicroStation

InRoads

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

We are seeking an associate transportation engineer experienced in roadway and intersection design who has a people-first mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a desire to make a positive impact on our organization and our communities.

Overview

This role is about leading others through high level execution and delivery of civil 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.

Technical Focus

• Extensive background in three-dimensional roadway, intersection, interchange, or multimodal design.
• Demonstrated experience working on design elements of any of the following: roadways, intersections, roundabouts, pedestrian/bicycle facilities, shared-use paths, separated bike lanes, signing and striping plans, traffic signal design plans, and temporary traffic control plans.
• High degree of proficiency working with AutoCAD Civil3D, AutoCAD, and/or Microstation, InRoads, Open Roads Designer.
• Experience in preparation and development of construction documents and supporting reports, plans, quantities, and cost estimates using highway design manuals, NCHRP guidelines, AASHTO policies, MUTCD, and local design criteria.

Core Responsibilities

• Manage, lead, and successfully deliver complex civil design projects.
• Develop sound and informed scopes, budgets, and schedules for proposals.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients/teaming partners/industry professionals.
• Make a positive impact on the financial health of projects/office, and staff growth
• Deliver meaningful feedback and mentorship for career growth.

Qualifications

• 10-20 years of experience in positions of increasing responsibility for state DOT (MassDOT and/or RIDOT preferred), County, MPO, City, or other municipal clients.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field required.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required in Massachusetts or Rhode Island, with the expectation to obtain reciprocity in the other state.
• Clear passion for transportation and experience as a consultant.

Compensation and Benefits

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 team 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 $125,000-$165,000, 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.

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.