Senior Roadway Transportation Engineer

Trilon; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. in Jackson, MS is seeking a Senior Roadway Transportation Engineer to join our team.

The role focuses on planning, design, and construction support for highway and urban projects, delivering transportation improvements for City, County, and State agencies. The candidate will lead budgets, schedules, and client communications, stamp work, and collaborate with a team to produce high-quality design and construction documents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• MS PE license or ability to obtain it.
• 5+ years of experience in the technical production of engineering projects, including roadway and related projects.
• Experience with Bentley MicroStation, GEOPAK/InRoads and OpenRoads Designer.
• Ability to prepare engineering records and write concise technical reports.
• Experience with the development of construction plans, specifications and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and monitors project budgets for transportation design projects.
• Oversees project schedules and timely completion of projects.
• Serves as a project engineer and as a designated client contact.
• Assists in construction bids or negotiations, including pre-bid conferences, interpretations and post-bid evaluations and contract preparation.
• Monitors work-in-progress on team projects.
• Stamps or seals work prepared by him/her or under his/her direction.
• Participates in pre-project presentations, interviews, and promotions.
• Manages and monitors performance of personnel assigned to their projects.
• Establishes and maintains cordial and professional working relations with clients and contractors and attends client meetings.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Budget monitoring

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

MS PE license or ability to obtain

Tools

Bentley MicroStation

GEOPAK/InRoads

OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Synchro

Vissim or Sidra

Job description

Compensation: $120,000 - $150,000 / year

Department: Transportation

Location: Jackson, MS

Description

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Senior Roadway Transportation Engineer to join our team in Jackson, MS. This role supports our continued growth and offers the opportunity to work on (or support) meaningful projects alongside a collaborative, experienced team. You’ll have the chance to build your career while contributing to impactful solutions across the communities we serve.

Summary

The Senior Roadway Transportation Engineer is responsible for planning, design, and construction support for highway and urban projects. This includes transportation improvement projects in roadway design, geometric design, drainage analysis, signal design, and traffic reports for City, County, and State agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares and monitors project budgets for transportation design projects
• Oversees project schedules and timely completion of projects
• Serves as a project engineer and as a designated client contact
• Assists in construction bids or negotiations, including pre-bid conferences, interpretations and post-bid evaluations and contract preparation
• Monitors work-in-progress on team projects
• Stamps or seals work prepared by him/her or under his/her direction
• Participates in pre-project presentations, interviews, and promotions
• Manages and monitors performance of personnel assigned to their projects
• Establishes and maintains cordial and professional working relations with clients and contractors and attends client meetings
• Other duties as assigned

What you'll need

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• PE registered in the State of MS or ability to obtain
• 5+ years of experience in the technical production of engineering projects, including significant direct experience in the planning and execution of roadway and related projects
• Working experience withBentley MicroStation, GEOPAK/InRoads and OpenRoads Designer
• Ability to prepare engineering records and write concise technical reports
• Experience with the development of construction plans, specifications, and contracts
• Superior communication skills and in-depth knowledge of company products and operations
• Ability to manage a small number of projects
• Self-motivated with a team player attitude

Preferred

• 3+ years of experience in planning, design, and construction administration of projects in compliance with MDOT, and, particularly, LPA standards and practices
• One to two years coordination/supervisory experience
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Synchro, Vissum or Sidra

Other Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to the implementation of public works infrastructure projects, particularly related to roadway and transportation.
• Understand principles of urban transportation planning, including traffic forecasting and analysis, land use planning and zoning.
• Understand and apply principles of traffic signalization to the design of roadway and intersection improvements.

Why Join Our Team

About Waggoner

Waggoner is a multidisciplinary infrastructure and advisory firm focused on transforming communities and advancing the systems that support them. Our team brings together engineering, science, business, environmental expertise, digital innovation, program delivery, and strategic insight to solve complex challenges facing communities, industries, and governments.

We believe infrastructure is more than projects - it is the foundation of resilient communities, economic opportunity, and a stronger future. By integrating technical excellence with environmental stewardship, data-driven insights, and collaboration problem solving, Waggoner helps our clients realize what's possible and delivers solutions that create lasting impact for the people and places we serve.

Our culture is built on integrity, accountability, collaboration, and excellence. We empower talented professionals to lead, innovate, and work across disciplines to deliver meaningful outcomes for our clients and communities.

Our Vision

To be the trusted partner organizations turn to for integrated solutions that strengthen communities, advance infrastructure, and solve complex challenges.

Our Mission

Transforming communities. To improve the quality of life for our clients, communities, and employees by delivering innovative, resilient, and sustainable solutions that make a lasting difference.

We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! Waggoner Engineering provides a fun, family-friendly, and multicultural work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• WEI Incentive Program
• Healthy Workplace Program
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Competitive Health Benefits
• Career Development and Training
• Flexible/Hybrid Schedule
• Community Service Opportunities
• Worldwide Travel Assistance

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Pay Transparency

The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.