Traffic Project Engineer - Lead Design & Studies

Pape-Dawson, Tennessee; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Nashville, TN seeks a Project Engineer licensed as a Professional Engineer to lead technical design and execution on civil projects. You will own deliverables from concept through final design, ensuring accuracy, constructability, and regulatory compliance.

You will mentor staff and coordinate with project managers, subconsultants, and clients. The role requires a PE license, a ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree, and at least 4 years of progressive engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related ABET-accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
• Minimum 4 years of progressive engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of design standards and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and produce complete engineering designs, including plans, specifications, reports, calculations, and estimates in accordance with codes and project requirements.
• Evaluate design alternatives, apply engineering judgment, and balance 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 and resolving design issues to adhere to schedule and budget.
• Communicate effectively with clients, agencies, and project partners representing the company with professionalism.

Skills

Project leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Team coordination

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related ABET-accredited program

Tools

Engineering design software

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Nashville, TN seeks a Project Engineer licensed as a Professional Engineer to lead technical design and execution on civil projects. You will own deliverables from concept through final design, ensuring accuracy, constructability, and regulatory compliance.

You will mentor staff and coordinate with project managers, subconsultants, and clients. The role requires a PE license, a ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree, and at least 4 years of progressive engineering