Multimodal Transportation Engineer 5

CDM Smith; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Transit Engineer in the Atlanta area to lead transit infrastructure design from corridor improvements to stations and support facilities. You will guide junior staff, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure buildable designs that meet regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates have strong PS&E experience, advanced Civil 3D skills, and a solid understanding of transit operations, accessibility, and urban right-of-way constraints.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering.
• PE license is required or pursued.
• 7 years of related experience in transit/rail/road projects.
• Willingness to travel domestically/internationally as needed.
• Equivalent additional related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver transit infrastructure designs for moderate to high complexity projects including corridors, stations, and facilities.
• Produce and review PS&E and construction drawing packages with accuracy and compliance.
• Review designs for compliance with federal, state, local and agency requirements and seal plans as needed.
• Conduct site reviews and field investigations to verify assumptions and update requirements.
• Support design development, QA/QC, and agency review cycles.
• Coordinate with planners, architects, utilities, operations staff, and clients.
• Mentor junior engineers and oversee project work.
• Assist in proposal development and client presentations.

Skills

PS&E experience

Civil 3D skills

Multidisciplinary coordination

Mentoring junior staff

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Transportation/Structural Engineering

PE license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

PS&E

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Transit Engineer to support the planning, design, and delivery of transit infrastructure projects ranging from corridor improvements to stations and support facilities. In this role, you will lead and contribute to technically complex projects, guide junior staff, and work closely with multidisciplinary teams and public agency clients to deliver high‑quality, buildable designs. This position is well suited for an engineer with strong PS&E experience, advanced Civil 3D skills, and a solid understanding of transit operations, accessibility, and urban right‑of‑way constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver transit infrastructure designs for projects of moderate to high complexity, including bus corridors, BRT elements, transit centers, and related civil improvements.
• Produce and review PS&E and construction drawing packages, ensuring technical accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Review draft designs for compliance with federal, state, local, and transit agency requirements, and sign and seal plans as required.
• Perform site reviews and field investigations to confirm design assumptions and update project requirements as needed.
• Support projects through design development, QA/QC processes, and agency review cycles.
• Coordinate closely with planners, architects, utility owners, transit operations staff, systems engineers, and public agencies.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers; review and oversee their project work.
• Support proposal development efforts, including reviewing technical content and participating in client meetings and presentations.
• Represent the firm with clients and at industry events to support ongoing and future transit initiatives.

Skills & Abilities

Expert Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Expert Knowledge of engineer principles of design. Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations. Basic knowledge of design standards (AASHTO, NACTO, etc.).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional engineering (PE) license.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience producing complete PS&E / construction drawing packages, including plan/profile sheets, details, utility coordination, signing & striping, ADA ramps, and staging plans.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (surfaces, corridors, alignments, pipe networks, grading, and model-based plan production).
• Experience developing engineer’s cost estimates (OPCC and PS&E level) and technical specifications.
• Familiarity with state DOT, municipal, and transit agency standards and the ability to adapt quickly to new agency criteria.
• Experience designing transit infrastructure, such as: Bus corridors, BRT elements, stations, stops, platforms, and layover facilities. Transit centers, park-and-ride facilities, or maintenance yards.
• Understanding of transit operations needs, including curb geometry, bus turning paths, platform clearances, and phased construction in active corridors.
• Strong knowledge of ADA accessibility requirements specific to transit facilities and stops.

Amount Of Travel Required

10% or less

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Massachusetts Applicants

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Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate’s salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.

Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Visa Sponsorship Available

No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Pay Range Max

USD $160,118.00

Pay Range Min

USD $91,478.00