Transportation Engineer IV

Parametrix; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Performance-based bonuses

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Bonding Leave

Job summary

Parametrix is seeking a Transportation Engineer IV to join our DOT & Tribal Design team in Washington. The role focuses on roadway design and stormwater infrastructure for public-sector and Tribal clients, with a mix of technical delivery, client engagement, and staff mentorship.

Hybrid schedule with in-office collaboration in Puyallup, Silverdale, or Seattle, plus opportunities to lead complex projects and coordinate across disciplines. PE license and 7+ years of experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of transportation engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation/OpenRoads.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support planning, design, and delivery of complex transportation projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders across the project lifecycle.
• Prepare PS&E packages, technical reports, and design documentation.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of engineering deliverables.
• Support project managers with scope, schedule, budget, proposals, and communications.
• Mentor and develop engineering staff.

Skills

Project management

Mentor/leadership

Client engagement

Technical coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation/OpenRoads

Stormwater modeling software

Job description

About Parametrix

Parametrix is a 100% employee-owned consulting firm helping clients deliver resilient infrastructure, vibrant and livable communities, and environmentally sustainable solutions. We are a team of professional construction managers, engineers, management consultants, planners, scientists, and surveyors dedicated to delivering outstanding client service. We build lasting partnerships and collaborate with our clients to envision possibilities and create tomorrow, together.

Recognized as a top workplace, we’re committed to a culture that values work-life balance, professional growth, and the well-being of our people.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Transportation Engineer IV to join our DOT & Tribal Design team. In this role, you will support the delivery of roadway design and stormwater infrastructure projects for a variety of public-sector and Tribal clients throughout Washington. The position offers a blend of technical project delivery, client engagement, project management, staff mentorship and team development.

This position may be based in our Puyallup, Silverdale, or Seattle offices and follows a hybrid schedule, with in-office time dedicated to team collaboration, client engagement, and project integration.

Your Role on the Team:

• - Lead and/or support the planning, design and delivery of complex transportation projects, with an emphasis on local roadway and highway design, grading, intersection, interchange, corridor, pedestrian and bicycle improvements.
• - Experience designing stormwater management and drainage systems for transportation projects—including storm sewer networks, culverts, detention or retention facilities, water-quality controls, and erosion and sediment control measures is a plus but not required.
• - Prepare and/or oversee the development of complete Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) packages, technical reports and design documentation.
• - Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle to address design challenges and incorporate feedback.
• - Perform quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) review of engineering deliverables.
• - Support project managers with project scope, schedule, budget, proposals, and client communications.
• - Mentor and support the technical and professional development of engineering staff.

What You Bring to the Team:

• - Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• - 7+ years of related transportation engineering experience.
• - Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• - Ability to independently manage technical assignments and coordinate work across disciplines.
• - Experience working on projects for one of the following client types:
  • Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)
  • - Tribal governments
  • - Local Agencies, including cities and counties
• - Experience supervising, mentoring and leading engineering staff.
• - Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation/OpenRoads.
• - Experience with stormwater modeling software preferred but not required.
• - Familiarity with applicable local and state transportation design manuals and standards.

Why Join Parametrix?

Employee Ownership & Great Benefits: As a 100% employee-owned company, you will share in and contribute to Parametrix's success. You will earn stock in your Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) account and be an important contributor to our collective achievements.

O ur Benefits incl ude:

• - Comprehensive Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
• - Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
• - Performance-based bonuses
• - 401(k) Plan
• - Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
• - Paid Holidays
• - Parental Bonding Leave

Exciting, Award-Winning Project Work: Our work earns recognition for its innovation and positive impact on communities, giving you the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a difference. Learn more at https://www.parametrix.com/our-work/

Flexible Work Arrangements: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements to support our employee-owners' diverse needs. Whether it is hybrid, remote, or in-office, we provide options that allow you to work in a way that best suits your lifestyle while staying connected and engaged with your team.
Salary Range $110,000 — $120,000 USD
Compensation is determined by factors such as education, experience, location, and role. As employee-owners, we are eligible for performance-based bonuses and our salaries are reviewed annually. We value transparency and look forward to discussing our compensation structure.

Our Commitment to You

Parametrix is committed to being an inclusive workplace, where team members of all backgrounds and experiences are welcome. As an equal opportunity employer, it is our policy and culture to provide opportunities to all persons based on merit and fitness to perform job duties. Employment decisions are based solely on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, age (40 or older, as protected under the ADEA), disability (including physical, mental, or sensory), genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations.

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