Senior Transportation Engineer/Task Lead

slihrms; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Austin, TX seeks a Senior Transportation Engineer/Task Lead to oversee roadway projects, apply technical expertise and manage design teams.

You will mentor staff, coordinate client communication, perform calculations, produce drawings, and contribute to planning and reporting. Qualifications include a BS/MS in Civil Engineering, 7+ years of experience, TxDOT design experience, and a TX P.E. license.

The role offers growth and opportunities within a global engineering services firm.

Qualifications

• BS and/or MS in Civil Engineering.
• 7+ years of engineering experience.
• Must have TxDOT highway/roadway design experience.
• ITS and Tolling experience is a plus.
• P.E. license in TX is required.
• MicroStation and OpenRoad Designer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design teams on roadway projects and programmatic activities.
• Plan, design, and produce engineering drawings and supervise production.
• Perform data collection, calculations, and investigations to evaluate design options.
• Prepare reports, permit applications, and progress documentation.
• Conduct field observations and assist in construction review and quality control.
• Mentor staff and coordinate client communications and project planning.

Skills

Civil Engineering

TxDOT Highway Design

ITS & Tolling Experience

P.E. License TX

Education

BS/MS in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoad Designer

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an energetic and highly motivated self-starter to join our Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) GEC Team in Austin, TX as a Senior Transportation Engineer/Task Lead on various Roadway projects and Programmatic activities. In this role, you will apply technical expertise and project management experience to lead engineering design teams on a variety of transportation-related projects. Also performs the basic project functions of client communication, production coordination, planning, organizing, directing, and financial management. Functions as a mentor to assist others in their training and development. This position is client-facing and has tremendous growth and career development potential.

Your role

• Assists in the planning, design, and production of engineering drawings. May supervise the production of these drawings. Carries out specific assignments in preparing and assembling specifications.
• Participates in conducting engineering investigations and planning work by completing well-defined tasks. These tasks may include collection and analysis of data using established procedures, performance of routine calculations, and participation in evaluating the feasibility of alternate solutions.
• Prepares assigned sections of reports working under the close review of a more experienced professional.
• Participates on projects involving construction activities by reviewing shop drawings for conformance with easily interpreted specifications; assists in recordkeeping and in generating progress reports; observes relatively simple construction procedures and collects samples for quality control testing.
• Performs data acquisition and analysis, researching the feasibility of alternative design approaches, site conditions, and/or regulatory agency specifications or regulations.
• Prepares material for reports and permit applications, gathering information, writing rough outline, and/or preparing work progression documents and graphic presentations.
• Performs engineering calculations.
• Performs field observations of construction where appropriate.
• Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

About you

• BS and/or MS in Civil Engineering.
• 7+ years of engineering experience.
• Must have TxDOT highway/roadway design experience.
• Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and Tolling experience is a plus
• Excellent technical and interpersonal skills.
• P.E. license in TX is required.
• MicroStation, Open Road Designer.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values-Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence-are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $120,000 - $160,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

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