Transportation Engineer Jobs in Colorado

Transportation Engineer jobs in Colorado concentrate in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins, where rapid population growth has made highway capacity, transit expansion, and multimodal corridor design the most in-demand specialties. CDOT, HDR Engineering, and AECOM maintain strong Colorado presences and hire across experience levels, from entry-level design roles to senior project managers overseeing major infrastructure programs. Traffic operations, stormwater management, and transportation planning round out the specialties employers request most consistently across the Front Range. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles21
Top employerFelsburg Holt & Ullevig
Top cityDenver, CO
Cities hiring8
Work type45% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Felsburg Holt & Ullevig
Senior Technical Transportation Engineer - CD0034
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Senior Technical Transportation Engineer - CD0034
Felsburg Holt & Ullevig
Greenwood Village, Colorado
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$115k - $150k/yr
Bachelor's degree
51-200

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Senior Technical Transportation Engineer - CD0034
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Senior Technical Transportation Engineer - CD0034
Felsburg Holt & Ullevig
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Customer Service
Customer Support
$115k - $150k/yr
Bachelor's degree
51-200

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Senior Technical Transportation Engineer - CD0034
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Senior Technical Transportation Engineer - CD0034
Felsburg Holt & Ullevig
Fort Collins, Colorado
Business Development
Customer Success
Sales
$115k - $150k/yr
Bachelor's degree
51-200

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City and County of Denver
Senior Engineer-Architect Manager - Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
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City and County of Denver
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Senior Engineer-Architect Manager - Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
City and County of Denver
Denver, Colorado
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Specialized Engineering
$146k - $248k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in architecture
10,000+

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Felsburg Holt & Ullevig
Transportation Design Engineer, Entry Level - CD0032
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Transportation Design Engineer, Entry Level - CD0032
Felsburg Holt & Ullevig
Denver, Colorado
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$72k - $85k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
51-200

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Transportation Engineer Jobs by City in Colorado

Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Denver
5 jobs
Colorado Springs
4 jobs
Fort Collins
3 jobs
Greenwood Village
3 jobs
Lakewood
2 jobs
Glenwood Springs
2 jobs
Greeley
1 job
Loveland
1 job

Transportation Engineer Job Market in Colorado

A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Felsburg Holt & Ullevig
    Felsburg Holt & Ullevig10
  • SGM
    SGM2
  • Muller Engineering Company
    Muller Engineering Company2
  • Benesch
    Benesch1
  • Dewberry
    Dewberry1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Transportation & Logistics

What Colorado Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in transportation engineer jobs across Colorado.

  • Active Colorado Professional Engineer license issued by DORA or a license eligible for reciprocity
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related transportation engineering discipline
  • Experience with transportation design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D or Synchro
  • Familiarity with CDOT design standards, specifications, and project delivery processes
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks under deadlines on federally funded or state transportation projects
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with agencies, clients, and field crews

Transportation Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a transportation engineer in Colorado?

Start with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program, then pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to become an Engineer Intern. After gaining qualifying work experience, pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam in the transportation discipline and apply for licensure through the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors, known as DORA. Most Colorado employers require or strongly prefer a PE license for independent project work.

How much do transportation engineers make in Colorado?

Transportation engineers in Colorado earn a median of about $101,420 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $76,810 for the lowest 10% to over $165,230 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire transportation engineers in Colorado?

Employers hiring transportation engineers in Colorado right now include Felsburg Holt & Ullevig, SGM, and Muller Engineering Company, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's ongoing Front Range highway expansion, I-70 mountain corridor improvements, and RTD transit projects sustain consistent demand at both public agencies and private engineering firms.

Which Colorado cities have the most transportation engineer jobs?

Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins lead Colorado for transportation engineer openings. Denver dominates because it is home to CDOT headquarters, the RTD network, and the regional offices of most major engineering consulting firms, while Colorado Springs and Fort Collins generate demand through their own rapid growth, municipal road programs, and proximity to federal facilities that require transportation support.

Are there remote transportation engineer jobs in Colorado?

Yes, but they're rare. Transportation engineering involves field visits, plan reviews, and coordination with contractors that typically require an in-person or hybrid presence. About 55% of transportation engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in planning, traffic modeling, and data analysis functions where the core deliverables are desk-based.

How can I get hired as a transportation engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an Engineer Intern role with CDOT, which runs structured new-graduate programs across its regional offices in Denver, Pueblo, and Grand Junction. Large consulting firms such as HDR and AECOM also hire junior engineers straight out of ABET-accredited programs to support design teams on active Colorado projects. Passing the FE exam before or shortly after graduation demonstrates readiness and gives candidates a concrete credential that stands out in entry-level screening.

Where can I find and apply to transportation engineer jobs in Colorado?

You can find and apply to transportation engineer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employer through each listing.

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