Remote Transportation Designer Jobs
Remote Transportation Designer jobs are open across the U.S. in automotive, consumer products, and industrial design sectors, at remote-first studios, distributed product teams, and global manufacturers hiring designers from entry-level to principal. Employers hiring remotely right now include Baxter & Woodman, Ryder System, and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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THE POSITION
Help shape the future of transportation in Pennsylvania as a Civil Engineer (Transportation) with the Department of Transportation, District Office 6-0. This exciting opportunity allows you to apply engineering expertise to projects that improve mobility, safety, and daily travel for the public. You will work on meaningful initiatives, solve real-world challenges, and collaborate with professionals across multiple disciplines. Build your career while making a lasting impact on transportation systems.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Civil Engineer (Transportation), you will support transportation operations through engineering reviews, analysis, design activities, permitting support, and project coordination. This position helps advance operational programs by providing technical expertise, evaluating transportation needs, and working with a wide range of stakeholders. As a Civil Engineer (Transportation), you will perform the following duties:
- Engineering Reviews: Conduct engineering reviews, operational evaluations, and design activities while ensuring compliance with established standards and regulations
- Traffic Analysis: Perform traffic studies, crash evaluations, field investigations, and operational analyses using engineering tools and sound judgment
- Plan Development: Prepare and review plans, reports, permits, specifications, cost estimates, and supporting project documentation
- Program Support: Maintain operational programs, asset inventories, traffic databases, records systems, and contract coordination activities
- Stakeholder Coordination: Communicate with municipalities, consultants, contractors, law enforcement agencies, and internal partners regarding transportation matters
- Technical Guidance: Provide recommendations on traffic operations and safety concerns while supporting training and knowledge transfer efforts
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS)
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 5 days per pay period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in King of Prussia. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $73,859 (before taxes).
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
- Successful completion of the Civil Engineer Trainee training program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or
- Four years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an engineer-in-training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists, and an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or
- One year of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
- This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license.
- PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
- Eligibility rules apply.
THE POSITION
Help shape the future of transportation in Pennsylvania as a Civil Engineer (Transportation) with the Department of Transportation, District Office 6-0. This exciting opportunity allows you to apply engineering expertise to projects that improve mobility, safety, and daily travel for the public. You will work on meaningful initiatives, solve real-world challenges, and collaborate with professionals across multiple disciplines. Build your career while making a lasting impact on transportation systems.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Civil Engineer (Transportation), you will support transportation operations through engineering reviews, analysis, design activities, permitting support, and project coordination. This position helps advance operational programs by providing technical expertise, evaluating transportation needs, and working with a wide range of stakeholders. As a Civil Engineer (Transportation), you will perform the following duties:
- Engineering Reviews: Conduct engineering reviews, operational evaluations, and design activities while ensuring compliance with established standards and regulations
- Traffic Analysis: Perform traffic studies, crash evaluations, field investigations, and operational analyses using engineering tools and sound judgment
- Plan Development: Prepare and review plans, reports, permits, specifications, cost estimates, and supporting project documentation
- Program Support: Maintain operational programs, asset inventories, traffic databases, records systems, and contract coordination activities
- Stakeholder Coordination: Communicate with municipalities, consultants, contractors, law enforcement agencies, and internal partners regarding transportation matters
- Technical Guidance: Provide recommendations on traffic operations and safety concerns while supporting training and knowledge transfer efforts
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS)
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 5 days per pay period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in King of Prussia. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $73,859 (before taxes).
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
- Successful completion of the Civil Engineer Trainee training program (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or
- Four years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an engineer-in-training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists, and an associate’s degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or
- One year of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
- This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license.
- PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short video!
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator.
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
- Eligibility rules apply.
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Who's Hiring
- Baxter & Woodman12
- Ryder System11
- Commonwealth of Pennsylvania8
- Civil Science3
- Shamrock Trading Corporation3
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Education
- Staffing & Recruiting
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote transportation designer jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Transportation Design or Industrial Design
- Proficiency in Alias, CATIA, or comparable Class-A surfacing software
- Strong physical and digital ideation sketching skills demonstrated through a portfolio
- Experience with clay modeling, foam modeling, or rapid physical prototyping
- Knowledge of vehicle packaging constraints, ergonomics, and manufacturing feasibility
- Familiarity with color, materials, and finish selection processes for production vehicles
Tips for Your Remote Transportation Designer Job Search
Show async design collaboration in your portfolio
Remote employers want to see how you communicate design decisions without in-person reviews. Add written case studies to your portfolio that walk through your surfacing and form development choices, referencing tools like Figma or Miro you used to share work with distributed teams.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote transportation designer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your skills and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings. Applying within the first few days of a listing going live improves your chances.
Demonstrate proficiency in remote-ready design tools
Remote transportation design teams run on Alias, Rhino, Blender, and Gravity Sketch for 3D work, alongside Figma or Miro for async reviews. Call out your specific software stack clearly in your application materials so remote hiring managers can confirm fit without a studio walkthrough.
Prepare for remote portfolio presentations
Remote interviews for transportation designer roles typically involve a live screen-share portfolio walk. Practice narrating your design process concisely over video, anticipate questions about your surfacing decisions, and have high-resolution renders ready to share without lag or file issues.
Remote Transportation Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote transportation designer job?
Remote transportation designer roles go to candidates who demonstrate they can ship work independently and communicate design decisions in writing, without relying on in-person reviews. Remote employers screen for async collaboration skills, fluency in Alias, Rhino, or Blender, and a portfolio that tells a clear story without you in the room to explain it. Concise written case studies and experience with Figma, Miro, or Notion for remote design reviews give you a real edge.
Which companies hire remote transportation designers?
Remote transportation designer roles are posted by Baxter & Woodman, Ryder System, and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring tends to concentrate at remote-first automotive consultancies, distributed consumer-products companies, and global industrial design studios that have built workflows around distributed creative teams.
Can you get a remote transportation designer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage your own workflow and ask for feedback without a studio environment to lean on. Smaller remote-first consultancies and design agencies are the most likely to hire early-career candidates. A strong portfolio of student or personal projects, plus visible proficiency in Alias or Rhino and a clear written process, opens the door.
Do you need a degree for remote transportation designer jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers care more about your portfolio and software skills than your credentials, particularly for contract and project-based roles at smaller studios. A degree in transportation design or industrial design remains a common expectation at larger manufacturers, but demonstrable work in surfacing, sketching, and 3D modeling with documented results can carry equal weight for remote hiring managers who judge work on screen.
Which industries hire the most remote transportation designers?
Remote transportation designer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Education, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors have moved design review and iteration processes online, making it practical for distributed teams to run full design cycles without requiring designers to be on site.
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