Senior ITS Engineer — Hybrid Transportation Tech Lead

Trinnex Inc.; Central, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Project Engineer specializing in transportation systems, including traffic signals, ITS, lighting and electrical. You will lead project teams, review construction documents, and coordinate with clients and regulators to deliver high-impact designs.

The role requires a Civil/Transportation/Structural Engineering degree, a PE license, 10 years of related experience, and readiness to travel up to 40%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional engineering (PE) license.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and design construction contract documents for transportation systems.
• Develop building design criteria with clients; prepare presentations.
• Lead electrical systems design and coordination across disciplines.
• Mentor project engineers and junior staff.
• Ensure compliance with standards and regulations (IDOT, CDOT, IL Tollway).
• Prepare and edit technical specifications.
• Support project budgets and schedules; assist in letting/close out.

Skills

Expert knowledge of CAD

Bluebeam Revue

Microsoft Word/Excel

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Transportation/Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Project Engineer specializing in transportation systems, including traffic signals, ITS, lighting and electrical. You will lead project teams, review construction documents, and coordinate with clients and regulators to deliver high-impact designs.

The role requires a Civil/Transportation/Structural Engineering degree, a PE license, 10 years of related experience, and readiness to travel up to 40%.