Midwest Engineering Director

Toole Design; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 paid holidays

20 days PTO annually

Transportation perks

Job summary

Toole Design is looking for an Engineering Director in Minneapolis, MN, to lead the Midwest practice and guide a talented team in delivering innovative multimodal transportation projects.

The ideal candidate will bring 15+ years of design experience and strong leadership skills. We're targeting a competitive salary between $160,000 and $180,000, with a possibility of offering up to $200,000 for outstanding candidates. The firm promotes an inclusive culture, encouraging diverse applicants to apply.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in multimodal design, including conceptual design and construction documents.
• 10+ years in project/design management and business development.
• Strong client relationship skills with a proven track record of winning work.

Responsibilities

• Mentor staff and project teams while overseeing project design and delivery.
• Shape and implement regional marketing and growth strategies.
• Strengthen client relationships and understand local/regional standards.

Skills

PE license

Client relationship skills

Expertise in street design

Job description

At Toole Design, we’re creating safer, more connected communities through sustainable multimodal transportation engineering. We’re seeking an Engineering Director in Minneapolis, MN to lead and grow our thriving Midwest practice, guiding a talented team delivering innovative projects that make communities more livable. This role is ideal for a strategic leader who enjoys big‑picture thinking, building and mentoring teams, pursuing and winning work, and consistently exceeding client expectations.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re not just another firm, we’re a purpose‑driven team of engineers, planners, landscape architects, and urban designers who believe streets should work for everyone. At Toole Design, you’ll work alongside thought leaders and industry experts who are committed to mentoring and helping you grow your expertise.

• A collaborative, inclusive culture that supports your growth and advancement
• A hybrid schedule with shared team days in office (Tues/Wed/Thurs)
• 8 paid holidays; and at least 20 days of PTO accrued annually
• Competitive salary, excellent benefits, and transportation perks

What You’ll Do

As an Engineering Director, you’ll mentor staff and project teams while overseeing the design and delivery of high‑quality multimodal transportation projects. You’ll foster a positive, high‑performing culture that supports collaboration, growth, and accountability.

Working alongside Midwest leadership, you’ll help shape and implement regional marketing and growth strategies, identify key pursuits, and strengthen client relationships. Your understanding of local agencies, decision‑makers, and regional standards will be the key to your success.

What You Bring

• PE license and local/regional consulting experience
• 15+ years in multimodal design, including conceptual design and construction documents
• 10+ years in project/design management and business development
• Strong client relationship skills with a proven track record of winning work
• Expertise in street design, construction documents, cost estimating, and permitting

We are targeting a salary range of $160,000 to $180,000 for this position. For candidates whose qualifications significantly exceed the job requirements, a salary of up to $200,000 may be offered.

At Toole Design, we foster a collaborative culture and welcome people of all backgrounds to help build more inclusive communities. We strongly encourage women and applicants from underrepresented communities – people of color, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, first‑generation college students/graduates, those with disabilities and people at all the intersections in between – to apply. We’re proud that about half our managers are women and we are committed to diverse leadership that reflects the communities we serve. Toole Design is a woman‑owned, equal opportunity employer (EO/AA/VEV/Disabled employer).