Transportation Engineer 4

Ohio Department of Transportation; Chillicothe (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transportation Engineer 4 position with Ohio Department of Transportation in Chillicothe, OH leads advanced highway design and analysis tasks, ensuring compliance with state and federal standards. Responsibilities include planning, design, and review of projects, preparing technical reports, and coordinating with internal teams and external partners.

The role requires a PE license in Ohio, a civil engineering degree, and strong skills in highway geometry, traffic operations, and technical

Qualifications

• Ohio Professional Engineer License required.
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering; advanced degree beneficial.
• Experience in highway design, geometric design, and traffic operations analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced transportation engineering tasks for highway projects.
• Develop and review project plans and technical reports.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners.
• Provide guidance to junior staff and mentorship.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical writing

Project leadership

Cross-disciplinary communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Advanced degree in transportation or civil engineering

Tools

CAD platforms

Traffic analysis tools

Job description

Job Description - Transportation Engineer 4 - 20065151 (Geotechnicial) (260006K8)

Company Description

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is a major state agency responsible for one of the nation's largest transportation networks, overseeing most state and federal highways and all interstates except the Ohio Turnpike. With an annual enterprise exceeding $3 billion, ODOT focuses on preserving and maintaining existing infrastructure through maintenance, construction, and snow and ice operations. The agency's mission is to provide a safe, accessible, well maintained, and future ready transportation system that supports Ohio's travelers and economic growth. Nearly 5,000 employees work across engineering, field operations, planning, finance, IT, HR, communications, and other divisions to improve safety, optimize performance, and enhance capacity. ODOT offers opportunities to contribute to statewide transportation initiatives that have a direct impact on public safety and mobility.

Role Description

The Transportation Engineer 4 is a full-time, on-site role located in Chillicothe, OH. This role leads and performs advanced transportation engineering tasks, including the planning, design, and review of highway and roadway projects in accordance with state and federal standards. Daily responsibilities may include developing and evaluating project plans, preparing technical reports, coordinating with internal teams and external partners, and providing engineering guidance to junior staff. The position also involves analyzing traffic operations, monitoring project progress, ensuring compliance with safety and design regulations, and supporting construction activities through technical oversight. The Transportation Engineer 4 contributes to strategic transportation initiatives that improve system performance, safety, and long-term infrastructure reliability.

Qualifications

• Ohio Professional Engineer License.
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field; advanced degree in transportation or civil engineering is beneficial.
• Strong foundation in Transportation Engineering, with experience applying engineering principles to complex roadway and infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in Highway Design and Roadway Design, including geometric design, alignment, and adherence to state and federal design standards.
• Experience in Traffic Engineering, such as traffic operations analysis, safety studies, and signal or traffic control design.
• Skills in Transportation Planning, including corridor studies, project prioritization, and integration of long-range transportation goals.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering and design software (e.g., CAD platforms, traffic analysis tools) and familiarity with ODOT or similar standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills, with the ability to communicate clearly with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and provide leadership or mentorship to engineering staff.