Senior Transportation Project Engineer - Multimodal Leader

otakinc; Redmond (WA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive salary

Discretionary performance bonuses

No-cost medical, dental, vision, life,

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Otak is seeking a Senior Transportation Project Engineer to apply their design expertise across a wide range of projects, including municipal roadways, trails, underpasses and bridges, and campus/site developments. You’ll lead complex design efforts, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, engage directly with clients and agencies, and help deliver safe, sustainable transportation solutions.

You’ll also support business development, mentor junior staff, and contribute to Otak’s reputation as a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution or equivalent education.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in civil engineering, with emphasis on transportation, public infrastructure, drainage, utilities, site development, or civic projects for municipal and private clients.
• Proven experience coordinating with public agencies, including local cities, counties, and transit agencies.
• Demonstrated proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation/OpenRoads, or similar design software.
• Strong technical background in roadway, multimodal, and transit infrastructure design.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the technical design and delivery of transportation and transit projects, build and maintain relationships with public agencies, including local cities, counties, and transit agencies.
• Collaborate with project managers on scopes, schedules, and budgets to ensure projects meet client goals and contract requirements.
• Apply a strong understanding of AASHTO, ADA, MUTCD, and WSDOT standards to ensure regulatory compliance and design quality.
• Mentor junior staff and promote collaboration, technical growth, and knowledge sharing.
• Support project management activities, including progress tracking, task leadership, and client coordination, with a clear path toward a Project Manager role.
• Assist in preparing proposals and developing project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Contribute to business development efforts through strong client relationships.
• Provide construction-phase support, including submittal reviews, RFIs, and site visits to verify design intent and technical accuracy.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation/OpenRoads

Job description

Otak is seeking a Senior Transportation Project Engineer to apply their design expertise across a wide range of projects, including municipal roadways, trails, underpasses and bridges, and campus/site developments. You’ll lead complex design efforts, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, engage directly with clients and agencies, and help deliver safe, sustainable transportation solutions.

You’ll also support business development, mentor junior staff, and contribute to Otak’s reputation as a