Project Engineer, Traffic

Pape-Dawson Engineers; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers is seeking a Project Engineer to lead transportation design and deliver complete engineering solutions from concept to final design. You will own technical deliverables, mentor junior staff, and coordinate across disciplines while balancing quality, budget, and schedule.

The role requires a PE license, a Civil Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program, and at least four years of progressive engineering experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.

Responsibilities

• Lead and produce complete engineering designs, including plans, specs, reports, calculations, and estimates.
• Coordinate technical work with project managers, subconsultants, and stakeholders.
• Review work by engineers, EITs, designers, and technicians for accuracy and quality.
• Prepare and review technical reports and documentation using standard tools.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to professional development.
• Engage with clients and agencies while balancing quality, budget, and schedule.
• Lead traffic and transportation design tasks, including traffic studies and reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication skills

Coordination across disciplines

Organizational skills

Reliability

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Job description

Project Engineer

Overview

The Project Engineer is a licensed Professional Engineer responsible for leading technical design and engineering execution on projects within their assigned service area. This role takes full ownership of technical deliverables from concept through final design, ensuring accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable standards and regulations. The Project Engineer supports overall project leadership, mentors technical staff, coordinates across disciplines, and works directly with clients and public agencies while consistently balancing quality, budget, and schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and produce complete engineering designs, including plans, specifications, reports, calculations, and estimates, in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Evaluate design alternatives, apply sound engineering judgment, and select solutions that balance technical quality, constructability, cost, and schedule.
• Coordinate technical work with project managers, internal disciplines, subconsultants, and external stakeholders.
• Review and oversee work prepared by engineers, EITs, designers, and technicians to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality.
• Prepare and review technical reports, studies, and documentation using standard engineering and office software tools.
• Support project delivery by identifying technical risks, resolving design issues, and contributing to schedule and budget adherence.
• Communicate effectively with clients, agencies, and project partners, representing the company with professionalism and confidence.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff, supporting their professional development.
• Participate in professional, technical, or community organizations to support continued growth and industry engagement.
• Uphold company values and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
• Lead traffic and transportation design tasks, including intersection geometry, signing, pavement markings, and traffic control.
• Prepare and review traffic studies such as traffic impact analyses, safety assessments, and operational evaluations.
• Coordinate with agencies on traffic design standards, approvals, and technical reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive engineering experience
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, design standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with applicable engineering design and analysis software.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead technical work, mentor others, and coordinate across disciplines.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Reliability, professionalism, and commitment to quality project delivery.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional overtime as needed #LI-JG1EEO

Statement

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers 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.