Entry Level Transportation Engineer Jobs
New grad transportation engineer jobs attract recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a capstone project can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Government & Public Sector, and Energy, with employers like The Mannik & Smith Group, LaBella Associates, and State of Connecticut hiring at this level now.
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Description
- Conduct field reviews of construction work zones to evaluate temporary traffic control (TTC) setups, identify safety concerns, and ensure compliance with approved traffic control plans and applicable standards.
- Provide independent technical guidance and engineering recommendations to construction offices on complex traffic control challenges, work zone safety strategies, and traffic management.
- Review and evaluate traffic control plans, detours, construction staging plans, and proposed revisions, providing technical comments and recommendations to address traffic impacts and improve safety.
- Coordinate with construction, maintenance, utilities, local agencies, Washington State Patrol, and WSDOT staff to ensure consistent work zone practices and safe traffic operations.
- Inspect work zone traffic control devices, including signs, pavement markings, cones, barriers, message boards, and flagger stations, to verify proper placement, visibility, and compliance with approved plans.
- Evaluate real-world traffic conditions, including congestion, traffic flow, pedestrian and cyclist safety, detour routes, and potential hazards, and recommend adjustments to improve work zone operations.
- Maintain and oversee accurate work zone event records in the statewide database, monitor potential conflicts, and provide guidance and training to staff on database use and reporting requirements.
- Support the development of emergency temporary traffic control plans and strategies to address unexpected events and changing roadway conditions.
- Scope, develop and implement Low Cost Enhancement projects across the region.
- Engineering Knowledge: Demonstrated experience applying engineering principles, methods, and practices to project management in transportation or construction environments. This includes expertise in design development, construction techniques, and/or contract administration.
- Project Analysis & Delivery: Ability to evaluate project plans and documentation to ensure compliance with standards and regulations and provide engineering expertise to support successful project design and construction.
- Regulatory & Policy Interpretation and Application: Demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate applicable laws, rules, standards, policies, and procedures, including FHWA and MUTCD standards, and agency guidelines, and apply them to project delivery.
- Technical & Digital Proficiency: Advanced skills in operating Windows-based systems and engineering software, including MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, SharePoint, Outlook), MS Teams, computer-aided engineering applications, cloud-based platforms, and system databases for project tracking and information management.
- Communication Skills: Advanced skills in professional communication, specifically in communicating technical information effectively and professionally to a diverse audience, including those with non-technical backgrounds, virtually, by phone, and in person.
- License and Certification: Possession of a valid driver's license and ability to operate state-owned vehicles for travel to and between project sites in support of field duties and essential job functions. Certification as a Traffic Control Supervisor (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hiring)
- Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
- Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.
- Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Engineering Education and Professional Development: Knowledge of civil, structural, geotechnical, or related engineering principles, demonstrated through formal education, an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or equivalent professional training and experience.
- Team Collaboration and Communication: Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams, coordinate across technical areas, communicate complex information clearly, and contribute to resolving challenging engineering and project issues.
- Engineering Plans and Specifications Review: Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and evaluate engineering plans, specifications, and construction documents to identify discrepancies and determine compliance with applicable standards, requirements, and guidelines.
- Highway Design, Construction, and Traffic Engineering: Knowledge and experience applying engineering principles and practices related to highway design and construction, traffic design and analysis, temporary traffic control, and roadway safety.
- Work Zone Traffic Control and Safety: Knowledge and experience interpreting and applying traffic control regulations, standards, and guidelines to evaluate work zone conditions, identify safety concerns, analyze traffic impacts, and recommend effective solutions.
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
- In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
- WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov
- Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
- Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
- Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
- Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have a choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
- An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
- An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
- Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter listed.
WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov
Description
- Conduct field reviews of construction work zones to evaluate temporary traffic control (TTC) setups, identify safety concerns, and ensure compliance with approved traffic control plans and applicable standards.
- Provide independent technical guidance and engineering recommendations to construction offices on complex traffic control challenges, work zone safety strategies, and traffic management.
- Review and evaluate traffic control plans, detours, construction staging plans, and proposed revisions, providing technical comments and recommendations to address traffic impacts and improve safety.
- Coordinate with construction, maintenance, utilities, local agencies, Washington State Patrol, and WSDOT staff to ensure consistent work zone practices and safe traffic operations.
- Inspect work zone traffic control devices, including signs, pavement markings, cones, barriers, message boards, and flagger stations, to verify proper placement, visibility, and compliance with approved plans.
- Evaluate real-world traffic conditions, including congestion, traffic flow, pedestrian and cyclist safety, detour routes, and potential hazards, and recommend adjustments to improve work zone operations.
- Maintain and oversee accurate work zone event records in the statewide database, monitor potential conflicts, and provide guidance and training to staff on database use and reporting requirements.
- Support the development of emergency temporary traffic control plans and strategies to address unexpected events and changing roadway conditions.
- Scope, develop and implement Low Cost Enhancement projects across the region.
- Engineering Knowledge: Demonstrated experience applying engineering principles, methods, and practices to project management in transportation or construction environments. This includes expertise in design development, construction techniques, and/or contract administration.
- Project Analysis & Delivery: Ability to evaluate project plans and documentation to ensure compliance with standards and regulations and provide engineering expertise to support successful project design and construction.
- Regulatory & Policy Interpretation and Application: Demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate applicable laws, rules, standards, policies, and procedures, including FHWA and MUTCD standards, and agency guidelines, and apply them to project delivery.
- Technical & Digital Proficiency: Advanced skills in operating Windows-based systems and engineering software, including MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, SharePoint, Outlook), MS Teams, computer-aided engineering applications, cloud-based platforms, and system databases for project tracking and information management.
- Communication Skills: Advanced skills in professional communication, specifically in communicating technical information effectively and professionally to a diverse audience, including those with non-technical backgrounds, virtually, by phone, and in person.
- License and Certification: Possession of a valid driver's license and ability to operate state-owned vehicles for travel to and between project sites in support of field duties and essential job functions. Certification as a Traffic Control Supervisor (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hiring)
- Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
- Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.
- Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Engineering Education and Professional Development: Knowledge of civil, structural, geotechnical, or related engineering principles, demonstrated through formal education, an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or equivalent professional training and experience.
- Team Collaboration and Communication: Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams, coordinate across technical areas, communicate complex information clearly, and contribute to resolving challenging engineering and project issues.
- Engineering Plans and Specifications Review: Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and evaluate engineering plans, specifications, and construction documents to identify discrepancies and determine compliance with applicable standards, requirements, and guidelines.
- Highway Design, Construction, and Traffic Engineering: Knowledge and experience applying engineering principles and practices related to highway design and construction, traffic design and analysis, temporary traffic control, and roadway safety.
- Work Zone Traffic Control and Safety: Knowledge and experience interpreting and applying traffic control regulations, standards, and guidelines to evaluate work zone conditions, identify safety concerns, analyze traffic impacts, and recommend effective solutions.
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
- In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
- WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov
- Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
- Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
- Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
- Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have a choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
- An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
- An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
- Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter listed.
WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov
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Entry Level Transportation Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level transportation engineer job?
Employers hiring entry level transportation engineers typically look for a bachelor's degree in civil, transportation, or a related engineering discipline, along with internship experience, design software proficiency such as AutoCAD or Civil 3D, and familiarity with traffic modeling tools. A strong senior capstone project or documented internship contributions can give a candidate a meaningful edge when competing for junior roles.
Which companies hire entry level transportation engineers?
Companies hiring entry level transportation engineers right now include The Mannik & Smith Group, LaBella Associates, and State of Connecticut, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring covers engineering consultancies, public transit agencies, municipal governments, and infrastructure contractors, all of which routinely bring on junior engineers to support project design and analysis work.
Are there remote entry level transportation engineer jobs?
Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles dominate at this level. About 39% of entry level transportation engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote positions most common in traffic data analysis, travel demand modeling, and GIS-focused roles where fieldwork is minimal.
Are these new grad transportation engineer jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior transportation engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or co-op work in place of full-time history, or explicitly invites candidates to submit a portfolio or academic project as part of the application.
Which industries hire the most entry level transportation engineers?
Entry Level transportation engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Government & Public Sector, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive junior hiring because ongoing infrastructure investment, urban growth, and federal funding programs create steady demand for project-ready engineering graduates who can step into design, modeling, or field support roles.