Experienced Transportation Design Engineer

Fehr & Peers; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) plan with matching and profit sharing

Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave

8 weeks of paid parental leave

Mentoring and career development programs

Job summary

Fehr & Peers in Long Beach is seeking a Transportation Design Engineer to lead the design of transportation systems. You will generate conceptual designs, manage client interactions, and oversee project management duties. The role requires 3-8 years of transportation engineering experience and a relevant degree.

Ideal candidates will have expertise in design standards and enjoy mentoring colleagues. The position offers various benefits including medical, 401(k) with matching, and generous paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of experience in transportation engineering.
• Currently hold or plan to hold a professional engineer’s (PE) license.
• Experience applying Caltrans, MUTCD, and AASHTO design standards.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing tasks for engineering and planning studies.
• Preparing plans, specifications, and estimates for transportation projects.
• Marketing and bringing in new projects by nurturing client relationships.

Skills

Transportation engineering experience

Client relationship management

Mentoring and training

Safety countermeasure selection

Field work for site review

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Caltrans design standards

MUTCD design standards

AASHTO design standards

Job description

As a Transportation Design Engineer, you will lead the evaluation, selection, and design of various transportation system solutions for different communities. You will be involved in generating conceptual designs and construction documents, collaborating with staff at all levels, conducting field work, coordinating closely with members of complete streets engineering and planning teams, engaging in discussions with clients and communities, and providing on‑the‑job training.

Your main focus will be to offer innovative and well‑thought‑out design solutions that align with client objectives and adhere to the latest best practices established by NACTO and similar organizations. Additionally, you will be responsible for project management, overseeing tasks, and assigning technical staff as necessary to deliver projects to clients.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing tasks for engineering and planning studies
• Performing field work, such as site review preceding design, and support during construction
• Preparing conceptual designs that are accurate, feasible, and visually engaging
• Preparing plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for transportation engineering projects, including complete streets, bikeways, traffic signal, signing/striping, and lighting projects
• Managing direct client interaction and communicating with members of the public through community engagement
• Marketing and bringing in new projects by nurturing client relationships and preparing proposals and interviews
• Mentoring and training colleagues and receiving mentorship from senior staff

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of experience in transportation engineering
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in transportation, civil or electrical engineering, urban and regional planning, or a related major (e.g., geography, math, statistics, economics)
• Currently hold or plan to hold a professional engineer’s (PE) license
• Experience applying Caltrans, MUTCD, and AASHTO design standards on a variety of projects
• Familiarity with preparing and reviewing signing, striping, and traffic signal plans
• Safety countermeasure selection and design
• Familiarity with mobility issues and their impact on transportation engineering
• Experience leading proposals and nurturing client relationships
• Interest and experience with mentoring and training staff

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Road Safety Professional (RSP) certification
• Passion for listening to and engaging with diverse communities
• Quick‑build project design and implementation
• Active transportation planning and design
• Road safety planning and design

Benefit Highlights

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) plan with matching and profit sharing
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave
• Mentoring and career development programs
• Research and development group participation, and more

EEO

Fehr & Peers is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We recruit, hire, develop, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Nondiscrimination

Fehr & Peers ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources.