Mid Level Transportation Engineer Jobs
Mid level transportation engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own projects end to end, make design decisions with limited oversight, and guide junior staff through complex technical challenges. Roles run across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Transportation & Logistics, with employers like Felsburg Holt & Ullevig, Ardurra, and Olsson hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This opportunity entails being responsible for the production and modification of design calculations, technical reports, engineering plans and specifications for assigned projects. This position consults with the project manager to perform research, development, calculations, design and delivery. Applies engineering techniques, procedures and design criteria for projects ranging in size and complexity. Leverages technical knowledge and experience to address design related issues or concerns, working closely with the project manager through creative problem solving, interactions with clients and by completing tasks to meet the project schedule. Develops conceptual and detailed designs and calculations to support the project completion using current drawing and technical tools, programs and software. May mentor, train and review work of junior engineer staff and provide constructive feedback. As a member of the team, you will contribute to the successful project delivery for a diverse range of projects for HNTB’s clients.
What You'll Do:
- Responsible for the planning and distribution of discipline-specific work, and adherence to the schedule and budget on projects.
- Assists in marketing responsibilities, including proposal generation.
- Assists with the development of scope of work and level of effort for projects and/or assignments within discipline.
- Oversees completeness and accuracy of project team’s work within the technical discipline. Guides and mentors team to overall project objectives.
- Coordinates technical aspects of project with client counterpart and teaming partners at staff level for work within the discipline.
- Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 6 years of relevant experience, or
- Master’s degree in Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience, or
- PhD in Engineering and 4 years of relevant experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in Engineering
- 8 years relevant experience
- Professional Engineer (PE) certification
What You'll Bring:
- Understands the impacts of decisions on technical design and work planning.
- Coordinates work planning and design effectively across multiple technical disciplines.
- Prepares high quality deliverables that are on time, and within budget and scope.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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LOCATION
Harrisburg, PA, King of Prussia, PA (Norristown), Philadelphia, PA (Pennsylvania), Pittsburgh, PA
NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:
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Mid Level Transportation Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level transportation engineer job?
Position your existing experience around ownership and impact: highlight projects you led from design through delivery, decisions you made independently, and any coordination with clients, agencies, or contractors. Tailor your resume to match the technical tools and project types each employer lists, and demonstrate familiarity with local or regional standards such as AASHTO guidelines, traffic modeling software, or relevant permitting processes.
Which companies hire mid level transportation engineers?
Companies hiring mid level transportation engineers right now include Felsburg Holt & Ullevig, Ardurra, and Olsson, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of civil and transportation engineering consulting firms, public-sector agencies, and infrastructure contractors actively staffing project teams.
Are there remote mid level transportation engineer jobs?
Yes, though the majority of roles still require on-site or field presence given the nature of infrastructure work. About 24% of mid level transportation engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, typically covering planning, traffic analysis, or design-heavy roles where fieldwork is not the primary responsibility.
How do I move up to a mid level transportation engineer role?
Growth from entry level to mid level comes from taking on progressively broader ownership: moving from task execution to managing a full project phase, developing proficiency in design software and analysis tools, and building a record of delivering work with less day-to-day supervision. Engineers who seek out client-facing responsibilities, document measurable outcomes, and pursue licensure such as the PE exam tend to make this transition more quickly.
Which industries hire the most mid level transportation engineers?
Mid Level transportation engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Transportation & Logistics, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the mid level because they manage large, multi-phase infrastructure programs that require experienced engineers who can own project segments without constant senior oversight.