Transportation Design Engineer – Seattle (Hybrid)

Energy Jobline ZR; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance with no-premium

Vision insurance with no-premium

HSA option

FSA option

Dependent Care FSA

Employee Assistance Program

Group life insurance

Short-term insurance

Long-term insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Job summary

KPFF Seattle’s Transportation Team is seeking a Transportation Engineering Designer to contribute to roadway, trail, and transit projects across Washington from downtown Seattle.

You'll design and develop projects under mentorship, prepare reports and calculations, collaborate with PMs and multi-disciplinary teams, and help navigate federal, state, and local regulations to deliver thoughtful, sustainable solutions.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management.
• 2+ years’ experience working under a licensed professional engineer.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Passionate about providing exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of transportation projects, including roadways, trails, and transit facilities.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and design documentation under mentorship.
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Build expertise in navigating federal, state, and local regulations, aligning with standards.
• Join client meetings and site visits to gain exposure to project development and stakeholder engagement.
• Participate in KPFF’s Forefront program for mentorship and career development.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Client service

Education

ABET-accredited civil engineering

Civil/Construction management degrees

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

OpenRoads

Job description

KPFF Seattle’s Transportation Team is seeking a Transportation Engineering Designer to contribute to roadway, trail, and transit projects across Washington from downtown Seattle.

You'll design and develop projects under mentorship, prepare reports and calculations, collaborate with PMs and multi-disciplinary teams, and help navigate federal, state, and local regulations to deliver thoughtful, sustainable solutions.