Transportation Project Engineer

NV5; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Transportation Project Engineer to join their Orlando office. This role involves providing critical roadway design and project management support while ensuring compliance with quality assurance processes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in transportation engineering, have excellent communication skills, and be passionate about delivering innovative solutions. Join a team committed to improving communities through impactful engineering projects and enjoy a competitive compensation package with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in transportation engineering design.
• Florida PE license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide roadway design and plans production assistance.
• Assist with mentoring junior transportation staff.

Skills

Transportation Engineering Design

Roadway Design

Communication Skills

Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)

Marketing for Contracts

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Bentley OpenRoads

FDOT Connect

3D Modeling

Job description

Transportation Project Engineer

Job ID

2025-10691

# of Openings

1

Location

US-FL-Orlando

Category

Engineering

Type

Regular Full-Time

Overview

NV5 (NASDAQ: NVEE) is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.

Responsibilities

NV5, is seeking a full-time Transportation Project Engineer, for our Orlando, FL office. The Project Engineer will be expected to complete project tasks within deadlines and work within allotted project budgets. This individual will also assist with mentoring junior transportation staff. The most frequent and essential work activities include:

Provide roadway design and plans production assistance to the transportation design group.
• Strong communication skills including both written and verbal.
• Ensure NV5 QA/QC processes are followed.
• Assist in marketing efforts for NV5 to FDOT and local municipalities to obtain new contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering
• Florida PE license
• Minimum of 4+ years experience in transportation engineering design and plans production for municipal and private clients
• FDOT design experience a plus
• Knowledge of Bentley OpenRoads/FDOT Connect/3D modeling preferred
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver's license prior to employment is preferred

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the organization), reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Work will primarily be in the office setting with limited opportunities to be exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
• Work will be primarily working with fingers by picking, pinching, typing, and grasping often with repetitive motion.

• Must have visual acuity for viewing a computer screen, the ability to talk, hear and sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 20 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Weekend and overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required.
• Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.

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NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: NV5 Inc does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than passive & active candidates and employee referrals. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to NV5 or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by NV5's internal Talent Acquisition team seeking 3rd party sourcing assistance. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement and given permission to represent NV5 to candidates on a particular search, NV5 will not owe any referral or other fees with respect to the unsolicited submission.