Experienced Transportation Engineer or Planner

Fehr & Peers; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a passionate Transportation Engineer or Planner to join their innovative team in Portland, Oregon. This role offers the chance to create impactful multimodal transportation solutions while guiding entry-level staff and nurturing client relationships. You'll be supported in your professional growth and have the opportunity to enhance your project management and technical skills. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, this organization values your contributions to the community and encourages you to take initiative in improving urban environments. Join a collaborative team where your efforts will truly make a difference.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Matching

Flexible Spending Accounts

Commuter Benefits

Paid Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

Mentoring Programs

Career Development Programs

Qualifications

• 3-10 years of experience in traffic operations analysis, engineering, or planning.
• Strong technical writing and public speaking skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex transportation planning or engineering problems effectively.
• Manage projects and develop strong client relationships.

Skills

Traffic Operations Analysis

Traffic Engineering

Transportation Planning

Technical Writing

Public Speaking

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Transportation Engineering

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Urban and Regional Planning

Tools

HCS

Synchro

VISSIM

GIS

Job description

If you are interested in multiple locations please only apply once, your preference will be discussed during the screening process.

Fehr & Peers is seeking an experienced Transportation Engineer or Planner to join our team of creative professionals in the Portland, Oregon area. You’ll have exciting opportunities to develop innovative multimodal transportation solutions, guide entry-level staff, and foster client connections. We are seeking professionals passionate about improving communities, motivating others, and taking initiative.

Here, you’ll be empowered to grow in your career. Your fellow engineers and planners will also help you build upon your project management and technical skills to advance to higher levels of expertise and leadership. We provide support at every stage of your professional journey while respecting your need for work-life balance. Come be a part of our team, where your contributions will leave a lasting positive impact on the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and solve complex transportation planning or engineering problems involving all travel modes
• Communicate clearly and concisely, using strong writing and presentation skills
• Use a variety of software programs effectively and make timely and informed recommendations to elected officials, managers, and decision makers
• Work on a variety of projects, which may include traffic and transit simulation, campus plans, multimodal corridor studies, transportation impact studies, bicycle and pedestrian studies, regional transportation plans, and more
• Manage projects and develop high-quality staff and client relationships
• Contribute to proposals and marketing pursuits

Qualifications

• 3-10 years of directly relevant work experience in one or more of the following areas: traffic operations analysis (e.g., HCS, Synchro, VISSIM), traffic engineering and streetscape design, or transportation planning (e.g., bicycle or transit plans, infrastructure finance, transportation and land use policy)
• 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)
• Excellent technical writing and public speaking skills
• Experience with project management and marketing
• Willingness to travel to other geographic markets as necessary
• Professional license (highly desirable)
• GIS experience (preferred, but not required)

$85,000 - $135,000 a year

Placement within the stated pay range will be determined based upon education, experience, and qualifications.

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.

Full information about the benefits we offer can be found by visiting our careers page.

EEO: Fehr & Peers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment in the workplace. We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds, and hire without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service or any other characteristic protected by 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.