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Forge Ahead with WSB! We are seeking a Graduate Engineer to join our growing Transportation Design team and launch an exciting career working on projects that shape the way communities move and grow. This is a fantastic opportunity for an emerging engineer who is eager to put their education into practice, build strong technical skills, and gain hands-on experience on meaningful transportation infrastructure projects.
WSB was founded on the belief that culture drives results, and we've built our success on strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We inspire one another to develop thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. Here, you'll be part of a team that values your ideas, invests in your development, and gives you opportunities to make a meaningful contribution from the start. If you're a Graduate Engineer ready to build your career in transportation design and grow alongside a dynamic, forward-thinking company, we invite you to forge ahead with us.
What you will do:
- Assist in preparing roadway construction plan sets, including typical sections, plan and profile sheets, cross sections, grading, drainage, signing and pavement marking, and traffic control / maintenance of traffic (MOT) plans.
- Help develop project specifications, special provisions, quantity takeoffs, and engineer's opinions of probable construction cost.
- Work under direct supervision to create and revise roadway design models and drawings using MicroStation / OpenRoads Designer and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Perform engineering calculations with increasing independence, such as horizontal and vertical alignment geometry, sight distance, storm drainage and culvert sizing, and earthwork quantities.
- Collect and review existing conditions data, including survey files, as-built plans, right-of-way and utility information, and traffic data, to support design decisions.
- Prepare clear, concise technical documents such as design memos, drainage reports, and responses to client review comments.
- Take part in field reviews and site visits to verify existing conditions and gain hands-on experience with roadway construction.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (traffic, structures, drainage, utilities, right-of-way, and survey) to support project planning, coordination, and delivery.
- Support quality control by checking plan sheets and quantities for accuracy and consistency before submittals.
- Gain proficiency with the company's document management system and follow corporate CADD standards and engineering practices.
- Demonstrate accountability for the quality and accuracy of assigned work.
- Proactively identify and communicate potential design or coordination issues and suggest possible solutions.
- May remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required; Master's degree preferred (or similar degree from an accredited institution).
- Prior internship, co-op, or research experience in a related field is a plus.
- Successful completion of the FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) exam within one year of employment is required if not already certified.
- Possession of a valid driver's license with a clean driving record and the ability to operate a motor vehicle is required.
- Auto CAD experience
- Microsoft Suite Products (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc).
- Must be able to work onsite at a WSB office, as needed, up to five days per week, as required by the project, client, or hiring manager.
- Travel or field visits may be required to support project needs or stakeholder collaboration.
Who We Are:
WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.
Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short-and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
WSB strives to ensure that its careers website is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.
Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.Forge Ahead with WSB! We are seeking a Graduate Engineer to join our growing Transportation Design team and launch an exciting career working on projects that shape the way communities move and grow. This is a fantastic opportunity for an emerging engineer who is eager to put their education into practice, build strong technical skills, and gain hands-on experience on meaningful transportation infrastructure projects.
WSB was founded on the belief that culture drives results, and we've built our success on strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We inspire one another to develop thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. Here, you'll be part of a team that values your ideas, invests in your development, and gives you opportunities to make a meaningful contribution from the start. If you're a Graduate Engineer ready to build your career in transportation design and grow alongside a dynamic, forward-thinking company, we invite you to forge ahead with us.
What you will do:
- Assist in preparing roadway construction plan sets, including typical sections, plan and profile sheets, cross sections, grading, drainage, signing and pavement marking, and traffic control / maintenance of traffic (MOT) plans.
- Help develop project specifications, special provisions, quantity takeoffs, and engineer's opinions of probable construction cost.
- Work under direct supervision to create and revise roadway design models and drawings using MicroStation / OpenRoads Designer and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Perform engineering calculations with increasing independence, such as horizontal and vertical alignment geometry, sight distance, storm drainage and culvert sizing, and earthwork quantities.
- Collect and review existing conditions data, including survey files, as-built plans, right-of-way and utility information, and traffic data, to support design decisions.
- Prepare clear, concise technical documents such as design memos, drainage reports, and responses to client review comments.
- Take part in field reviews and site visits to verify existing conditions and gain hands-on experience with roadway construction.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (traffic, structures, drainage, utilities, right-of-way, and survey) to support project planning, coordination, and delivery.
- Support quality control by checking plan sheets and quantities for accuracy and consistency before submittals.
- Gain proficiency with the company's document management system and follow corporate CADD standards and engineering practices.
- Demonstrate accountability for the quality and accuracy of assigned work.
- Proactively identify and communicate potential design or coordination issues and suggest possible solutions.
- May remain in a stationary position for extended periods.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required; Master's degree preferred (or similar degree from an accredited institution).
- Prior internship, co-op, or research experience in a related field is a plus.
- Successful completion of the FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) exam within one year of employment is required if not already certified.
- Possession of a valid driver's license with a clean driving record and the ability to operate a motor vehicle is required.
- Auto CAD experience
- Microsoft Suite Products (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc).
- Must be able to work onsite at a WSB office, as needed, up to five days per week, as required by the project, client, or hiring manager.
- Travel or field visits may be required to support project needs or stakeholder collaboration.
Who We Are:
WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.
Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short-and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
WSB strives to ensure that its careers website is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.
Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.Transportation Design Engineer Jobs by Experience Level
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Who's Hiring
- Felsburg Holt & Ullevig14
- BKF Engineers12
- Burns & McDonnell11
- AECOM9
- Jacobs8
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services22
- Transportation & Logistics5
- Manufacturing2
- Artificial Intelligence2
- Construction & Real Estate2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in transportation design engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related field
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, or OpenRoads Designer
- Familiarity with AASHTO design standards and MUTCD guidelines
- Experience preparing roadway, intersection, or corridor design plans
- EIT certification or active Professional Engineer licensure preferred
- Ability to coordinate with public agencies and review plan submittals
Tips for Your Transportation Design Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to project delivery
Hiring managers for transportation design engineers want to see specific project types you've delivered, not just software you've used. Lead each bullet with the project scope, your design role, and the outcome, whether that's a completed corridor, intersection redesign, or drainage improvement.
List your CAD and design software precisely
MicroStation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, and VISSIM each signal different project environments. List the exact versions or suites you've used, since applicant tracking systems filter on tool names and agencies often require a specific platform for their active contracts.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists transportation design engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your design standards
Job listings that cite AASHTO, MUTCD, or specific state DOT design manuals are written by teams who know exactly what they need. Matching those references in your resume and cover letter signals you can contribute from day one without a lengthy ramp-up on standards.
Prepare a design portfolio with plan sheets
Unlike many engineering roles, transportation design interviews often include a portfolio review. Bring redacted plan sheets, typical sections, or drainage exhibits from past projects. Even two or three clean examples showing your drafting and design judgment stand out against candidates who present only a resume.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
When you receive an offer, ask which project types and clients you'd be assigned to in the first year. Firms vary widely in whether junior engineers get roadway, bridge, or transit work. Knowing this upfront helps you assess growth, not just the starting pay package.
Transportation Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most transportation design engineers?
Felsburg Holt & Ullevig, BKF Engineers, and Burns & McDonnell are hiring the most transportation design engineers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Contract-driven demand means hiring activity shifts frequently as new DOT and municipal projects are awarded.
How many transportation design engineer jobs are remote?
About 63% of transportation design engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on and agency-coordination requirements of most design roles. Sub-disciplines focused on traffic modeling, signal timing analysis, and preliminary feasibility studies tend to offer the most remote flexibility compared to production-stage design and inspection work.
How do you become a transportation design engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, then gain exposure to roadway or infrastructure design through internships or entry-level positions at a DOT, consulting firm, or municipal agency. Earning your Engineer-in-Training certification after graduation is a standard next step, followed by working toward a Professional Engineer license as you accumulate project experience in corridor design, drainage, or traffic systems.
How do you get hired as a transportation design engineer with little experience?
Focus on roles labeled junior engineer, design engineer I, or staff engineer at mid-size consulting firms that work on state and local DOT contracts, since those teams hire new graduates regularly to support production drafting and plan preparation. Highlight any coursework in geometric design, transportation planning studios, or software like Civil 3D, and bring redacted class projects or internship plan sheets to interviews to demonstrate practical drafting judgment.
What does the transportation design engineer interview process look like?
Most firms begin with a phone or video screen focused on your project background and software familiarity, followed by a technical interview where you may be asked to walk through a design problem, explain a plan sheet, or discuss how you'd handle a scope conflict with a client agency. Some employers include a brief take-home exercise involving a simple alignment or drainage calculation before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to transportation design engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to transportation design engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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