Transportation Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania

Transportation Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in highway design, bridge engineering, and transit infrastructure across a market that supports professionals from entry-level EIT to senior project engineer. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg anchor most of the hiring, with firms like AECOM, WSP, and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation representing some of the most established and active employers in the state. Traffic modeling, stormwater and drainage design, and PennDOT project delivery are among the most sought-after specialties on current listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles45
Top employerWhitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP
Top cityPittsburgh, PA
Cities hiring16
Work type45% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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HNTB Corporation
Transportation Project Engineer
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HNTB Corporation
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Transportation Project Engineer
HNTB Corporation
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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HNTB Corporation
Transportation Project Engineer
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Transportation Project Engineer
HNTB Corporation
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Senior Civil Engineer Supervisor (Transportation) Contract Management
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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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Senior Civil Engineer Supervisor (Transportation) Contract Management
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Allentown, Pennsylvania
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Quality Control
$81k - $105k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Senior Civil Engineer Supervisor (Transportation)
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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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Senior Civil Engineer Supervisor (Transportation)
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$81k - $105k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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ms consultants, inc.
Highway/Traffic Transportation Engineer Internship – Summer 2027
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ms consultants, inc.
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Highway/Traffic Transportation Engineer Internship – Summer 2027
ms consultants, inc.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Hybrid
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Transportation Engineer Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Pittsburgh
11 jobs
Philadelphia
6 jobs
King of Prussia
5 jobs
Harrisburg
4 jobs
York
3 jobs
Mechanicsburg
3 jobs
Newtown
2 jobs
Allentown
2 jobs
State College
2 jobs

Transportation Engineer Job Market in Pennsylvania

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

Who's Hiring

  • Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP
    Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP12
  • Bowman
    Bowman6
  • HDR
    HDR3
  • Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
    Commonwealth of Pennsylvania3
  • Pennoni
    Pennoni2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

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

  • Active Pennsylvania PE license or Engineer-in-Training registration with clear path to licensure
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or transportation engineering from an accredited program
  • Experience with PennDOT design standards, publications, and project delivery processes
  • Proficiency in traffic analysis software such as Synchro, HCS, or VISSIM
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation for roadway and drainage design
  • Strong written communication skills for technical reports and agency correspondence

Transportation Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a transportation engineer in Pennsylvania?

Becoming a transportation engineer in Pennsylvania starts with earning a bachelor's degree in civil or transportation engineering from an ABET-accredited program, then passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to become a registered Engineer-in-Training through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists. After gaining qualifying work experience, you sit for the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam to earn your Pennsylvania PE license, which most employers require for independent project responsibility.

How much do transportation engineers make in Pennsylvania?

Transportation engineers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $97,850 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,930 for the lowest 10% to over $141,310 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire transportation engineers in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring transportation engineers in Pennsylvania right now include Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, Bowman, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Pennsylvania's extensive highway network, active PennDOT capital program, and major bridge rehabilitation initiatives keep a broad mix of state agencies, regional consulting firms, and large engineering primes consistently staffed.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most transportation engineer jobs?

Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and King of Prussia have the most transportation engineer openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia drives volume through its dense regional highway and transit network along with a concentration of major engineering consulting offices, Pittsburgh anchors western Pennsylvania hiring around bridge and tunnel work on its aging infrastructure, and Harrisburg draws openings directly tied to PennDOT's central office and district operations headquartered there.

Are there remote transportation engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, but they're limited. Most transportation engineering work involves site visits, field reviews, and coordination with PennDOT district offices that require a physical presence at least part of the time. About 55% of transportation engineer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those arrangements tend to apply most to planning, traffic modeling, and report-writing phases rather than design or construction oversight roles.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to PennDOT's Engineering in Training program, which brings new graduates into district offices across the state and provides structured exposure to highway design, project development, and construction inspection. Large consulting firms like AECOM and WSP also hire entry-level engineers into transportation practices in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Passing the FE exam before graduation and pursuing an EIT registration through the Pennsylvania State Registration Board signals readiness and gives candidates a concrete edge over others without it.

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

You can find and apply to transportation engineer jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles by location or specialty, find the ones that fit your background, and apply directly.

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