Senior Transportation Engineer

Robert Peccia & Associates, Inc.; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert Peccia & Associates, Inc. is looking for a Senior Transportation Engineer to lead transportation planning solutions improving safety and mobility in Helena, Montana. This role involves project management, team leadership, and serving as a discipline lead for various projects.

The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience, a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, and strong proficiency in transportation analysis tools. The position includes opportunities for professional growth and mentorship within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in traffic and/or transportation engineering.
• Experience with MDT, FHWA, or local agency projects is highly desirable.
• Ability to obtain professional engineering license in Montana within six months.

Responsibilities

• Lead and collaborate with engineers and planners on transportation projects.
• Manage and oversee small- to medium-sized projects with high-quality deliverables.
• Build strong relationships with clients and public agencies.

Skills

Transportation analysis

Project management

Client engagement

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineering license (PE)

Tools

Synchro

Civil 3D

Vissim

Job description

Senior Transportation Engineer

• Transportation Planning & Operations Group
• All Office Locations
• $95,000 - $120,000 (base salary)
• Regular Full-Time

Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA) is excited to offer a dynamic opportunity for a Senior Transportation Engineer within our Transportation Planning & Operations Group. In this role, you will lead the development of transportation solutions that improve safety, mobility, and system performance across the Northwest. You will work on a wide range of planning, preliminary engineering, and conceptual design projects for MDT, FHWA, and local municipalities as part of one of the region’s top transportation teams.

We are seeking an innovative, self-motivated, and team-oriented professional with strong technical expertise, leadership experience, and a passion for developing practical, effective transportation solutions. This role offers significant growth opportunities, including leadership and project management pathways within RPA.

As a Senior Transportation Engineer, you will lead and collaborate with a team of engineers and planners on diverse transportation planning and operations projects. Responsibilities include:

• Leadership: Serve as a discipline lead for transportation engineering on projects of varying size and complexity.
• Project Management: Plan, manage, and oversee all aspects of small- to medium-sized projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables on schedule and within budget.
• Alternatives Analysis: Lead the identification and evaluation of transportation improvement alternatives, considering safety, operations, and system performance.
• Conceptual Design: Guide the development of conceptual layouts, preliminary designs, and visualizations to effectively communicate project solutions.
• Technical Oversight: Provide direction on traffic operations, safety, and planning analyses, using modeling and simulation tools as appropriate to support decision-making.
• Collaboration: Lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinating with engineers, planners, clients, and agencies.
• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, public agencies, and stakeholders through proactive communication and trusted service.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior engineers and staff.
• Documentation: Oversee preparation of technical reports, calculations, and project documentation.
• Business Development: Support marketing efforts, proposal development, and client growth strategies.

Qualifications

• Education and Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (transportation emphasis preferred) or related field. Professional Engineering (PE) license in Montana, or ability to obtain within six (6) months. PTOE or RSP certification (or ability to obtain within six (6) months) preferred.
• Experience: 8+ years of experience in traffic and/or transportation engineering. Experience with MDT, FHWA, or local agency projects is highly desirable.
• Technical Proficiency: Understanding of transportation analysis and simulation tools such as Synchro, SimTraffic, and Vissim. Proficiency with design software including Civil 3D is preferred.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated experience leading projects, managing teams, and coordinating with clients and agencies.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to apply engineering judgment to evaluate alternatives and develop practical transportation solutions.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong technical writing abilities.
• Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities. Strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and a solutions-oriented mindset are essential.
• Culture Fit: Commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture and alignment with RPA’s Core Values.

Additional details about our benefits can be found on our RPA Advantage Page.