Mid Level Transportation Design Engineer Jobs
Mid level transportation design engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own projects end to end, guide junior teammates, and make technical decisions with limited oversight. Openings run predominantly on-site and hybrid across Consulting & Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics, and Manufacturing, with employers like Felsburg Holt & Ullevig, ABNA Corporation, and AECOM hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
A Transportation Design Engineer at VS Engineering will independently lead design tasks for transportation projects in our South Bend, IN office. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for growth, training, and project management exposure during an exciting time in our company history. Our growth means your growth. If you are serious about career advancement opportunities and providing quality service to clients, come join our team!
Why VS, Why South Bend
This is a pivotal role within VS Engineering, offering an exciting opportunity for long-term growth and leadership. South Bend offers the perfect blend of career opportunity, affordability, and quality of life. Home to the University of Notre Dame, the city boasts a vibrant culture, innovative business community, and a growing economy. With a lower cost of living than many major metropolitan areas and easy access to Chicago, South Bend provides the opportunity to build a rewarding career while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.
A Typical Day May Include
- Leading project design calculations/reports/planning preparation/roadway modeling
- Assisting office leadership in the preparation of proposal documents and preliminary project evaluations
- Developing peer network with staff at other firms and public agencies to enhance personal and firm relationships during project coordination efforts
- Coordinating project tasks and reporting to project manager and supervisory staff to assist in budget, schedule, and project status tracking
- Supporting Indianapolis and regional offices on a variety of infrastructure projects
What We Offer You
We provide you collaboration and mentorship from highly skilled Project Managers & Technical Staff. In addition to mentoring, we provide a 401(k) plan, rich coverage for major medical insurance, basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, generous paid time off (PTO), career development, remote work opportunities, and several others. We are proud of our family-like environment and our social events that prove work can be fun!
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering or a related Engineering degree from an ABET accredited program
- Passed Professional Engineering (PE) exam (preferred)
- 4-8 years relevant work experience in public sector work preferred
- Technical knowledge / computer skills:
- Microsoft Office products: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook
- Adobe or Bluebeam
- AutoCAD Civil 3D
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, communicating progress and meeting deadlines
- Highly motivated team player, excited to provide meaningful contributions to a team
- Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal
- Commitment to learning
OUR MISSION
Our purpose is to serve the communities we live in. With a focus on what we value most. Client focused; Trust; Work Hard. Together; Knowledge.
VS Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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Mid Level Transportation Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level transportation design engineer job?
Position your existing experience around ownership and outcomes, not just task completion. Highlight projects where you led design decisions, coordinated with other disciplines, or resolved technical problems independently. Tailor your resume to show familiarity with relevant software tools, design standards, and deliverables common to transportation projects. Applications that demonstrate you can carry a project with minimal supervision stand out at this level.
Which companies hire mid level transportation design engineers?
Companies hiring mid level transportation design engineers right now include Felsburg Holt & Ullevig, ABNA Corporation, and AECOM, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of large engineering consultancies, public infrastructure agencies, and municipal planning departments that need engineers who can own project phases and reduce the load on senior staff.
Are there remote mid level transportation design engineer jobs?
Yes, though most transportation design roles still involve site visits or in-person coordination with public agencies. About 9% of mid level transportation design engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements being more common than fully remote positions given the field-dependent nature of infrastructure work.
How do I move up to a mid level transportation design engineer role?
Moving from entry level into a mid level transportation design engineer role comes from deepening your technical foundation and taking on more ownership over time. Build fluency in design software, roadway or transit standards, and agency processes. Seek projects where you can manage a deliverable independently, document your impact with measurable outcomes, and demonstrate you can coordinate across teams without constant guidance from senior engineers.
Which industries hire the most mid level transportation design engineers?
Mid Level transportation design engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive mid level hiring because they run large, multi-phase infrastructure programs that require engineers who can carry project segments and produce stamped deliverables with limited senior oversight.