Senior Transportation Engineer & TDOT Leader

Energy Jobline ZR; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Profit sharing

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Volunteer leave

Life insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

OHM Advisors in Tennessee is seeking a Principal Transportation Engineer to lead the growth and direction of our transportation practice. You will manage key projects, develop client relationships, and guide teams to deliver transportation solutions that improve safety, mobility, and community resilience.

This senior role blends technical oversight with business strategy and mentoring, requiring a PE license, 15 years of experience in transportation engineering, and strong TDOT knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Tennessee or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 15+ years of experience in transportation engineering, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of TDOT standards, funding programs, and project delivery processes.
• Proven experience managing transportation infrastructure projects and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated success in client development, relationship management, and regional market growth.
• Working knowledge in design software such as MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and other transportation tools.
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation projects and manage delivery, budget, and schedule.
• Develop and strengthen client relationships with TDOT and local municipalities.
• Mentor engineering staff and support staffing and growth of Tennessee practice.

Skills

Experience: transportation engineering

Leadership 5+ years

TDOT standards

Client development

Communication

Strategic thinking

Leadership

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

PE License (TN)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

OHM Advisors in Tennessee is seeking a Principal Transportation Engineer to lead the growth and direction of our transportation practice. You will manage key projects, develop client relationships, and guide teams to deliver transportation solutions that improve safety, mobility, and community resilience.

This senior role blends technical oversight with business strategy and mentoring, requiring a PE license, 15 years of experience in transportation engineering, and strong TDOT knowledge.