Senior Transportation Project Engineer 1

DOWL; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Team-oriented workplace

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Portland seeks a Senior Transportation Project Engineer 1 to lead complex transportation projects from highways to local streets. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, 15 years of experience, and proficiency in relevant software. This role emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and client interaction within a culture of integrity and professionalism.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience required, or 14 years with an advanced degree.
• PE certification required.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of transportation projects.
• Collaborate with traffic engineers for roadway improvements.
• Mentor junior team members and guide project delivery.
• Manage client communications for large projects.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Advanced)

AutoCAD C3D (Advanced)

Microstation Connect and OpenRoads (Advanced)

3D design and visualizations (Proficient)

Technical problem-solving

Excellent communication skills

Quality control

Understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets

Interpreting design codes (AASHTO, FHWA)

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

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Why DOWL?
DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you’re valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.

Transportation Planning and Design
Join our dynamic team of transportation planners and designers dedicated to creating innovative, practical solutions that improve safety, connectivity, and accessibility. Collaborating closely with our traffic engineers, you'll help develop and implement roadway improvements that solve immediate traffic challenges while supporting long-term community goals.

Summary
DOWL is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Transportation Project Engineer 1 to lead the design and delivery of our most complex and impactful transportation projects. From highways and freeways to local streets, bike paths, and pedestrian infrastructure, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping the transportation systems that connect communities.

Job Responsibilities And Duties
To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Software: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) - Advanced, Market Sector Software (AutoCAD C3D) - Advanced, Market Sector Software (Microstation Connect and OpenRoads) - Advanced (if applicable), 3D design and visualizations (e.g., Revit, Infraworks) - Proficient (if applicable)
• Technical Expertise: Mastery of technical fundamentals, Highly efficient at providing technical solutions to the most complex challenges and guides others towards the same
• Teamwork: Technical leader/mentor on large/complex projects, has excellent communication skills, answer questions from those with less experience, take action based on the needs of the team
• Project Delivery: Leads the production of and provides quality control for technical reports and memos, specifications, construction quantity calculations and cost estimates, design documents and construction plans
• Understanding Budget and Schedule: Strong understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets. Able to predict and deliver individual tasks within a set level of effort
• Industry Standards and Regulations: Expertly interprets, selects, and employs design codes, including AASHTO and FHWA - Advanced, Local Client - Advanced
• Client Interaction: Frequent direct communications with clients on large/complex projects. Leads technical client project meetings

Education And/or Experience
Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree preferred, 15 years of experience required, or 14 years with an advanced degree

• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: PE required, A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

DOWL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.