Traffic Project Engineer: Lead Design and Coordination

Pape-Dawson; Murfreesboro (TN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Murfreesboro, TN, seeks a Project Engineer to lead technical design and engineering execution on assigned projects. You will own deliverables from concept to final design, ensuring accuracy, constructability, and regulatory compliance, while balancing quality with budget and schedule.

You will mentor staff, coordinate across disciplines, and work directly with clients and public agencies to deliver high-quality infrastructure projects and maintain a culture of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, design standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with applicable engineering design and analysis software.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead technical work, mentor others, and coordinate across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and produce complete engineering designs, including plans, specifications, reports, calculations, and estimates, in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Evaluate design alternatives, apply sound engineering judgment, and select solutions balancing quality, constructability, cost, and schedule.
• Coordinate technical work with project managers, internal disciplines, subconsultants, and external stakeholders.
• Review and oversee work prepared by engineers, EITs, designers, and technicians for accuracy and quality.
• Prepare and review technical reports, studies, and documentation using standard engineering tools.
• Support project delivery by identifying technical risks, resolving design issues, and ensuring schedule and budget adherence.
• Communicate effectively with clients, agencies, and project partners; represent the company professionally.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to their professional development.
• Participate in professional or community organizations to support growth and industry engagement.
• Lead traffic and transportation design tasks and coordinate with agencies on design standards and approvals.

Skills

P.E. license

Civil Engineering

Project leadership

Team coordination

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Murfreesboro, TN, seeks a Project Engineer to lead technical design and engineering execution on assigned projects. You will own deliverables from concept to final design, ensuring accuracy, constructability, and regulatory compliance, while balancing quality with budget and schedule.

You will mentor staff, coordinate across disciplines, and work directly with clients and public agencies to deliver high-quality infrastructure projects and maintain a culture of