Transportation Engineer II Location:

Colorado About the Opportunity A growing, employee-focused engineering consulting firm is seeking a Transportation Engineer II to support the planning, design, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects throughout Colorado. This position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects for state DOTs, municipalities, counties, and regional agencies, helping improve mobility, safety, and connectivity across the region. This role is ideal for an engineer with a solid technical foundation who is looking to take on greater design responsibilities, gain additional agency coordination experience, and continue progressing toward PE licensure. Responsibilities Collect, compile, and analyze project data, including survey information, traffic studies, utility investigations, GIS data, and geotechnical reports. Support the planning and design of roadway, highway, multimodal, and transportation rehabilitation projects. Prepare engineering designs in accordance with applicable state, local, and federal design standards. Assist with geometric roadway design, drainage considerations, traffic control planning, and corridor improvement projects. Develop technical reports, calculations, specifications, quantities, and construction documentation. Support the preparation of Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) packages. Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, utility providers, and project stakeholders throughout project delivery. Participate in quality control reviews, constructability evaluations, and risk assessments. Conduct field visits, site investigations, and construction observation activities as needed. Contribute to sustainable, resilient, and innovative transportation solutions. Ensure compliance with company quality standards, project requirements, and safety protocols. Qualifications Education & Credentials Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. Passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam required. Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred. 1-5 years of transportation engineering experience. Actively pursuing Professional Engineer (PE) licensure. Technical Skills Familiarity with DOT design manuals, roadway design standards, and transportation engineering best practices. Working knowledge of AASHTO design criteria. Experience with Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, or similar transportation design software. Understanding of permitting processes, utility coordination, and regulatory compliance requirements. Experience preparing engineering plans, specifications, and technical documentation preferred. Professional Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Effective organizational and time management capabilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Team-oriented mindset with a desire to learn and grow professionally. Strong collaboration skills when working with clients, contractors, and internal project teams. What the Firm Offers Opportunity to work on impactful transportation projects throughout Colorado. Exposure to state DOT, county, municipal, and regional transportation programs. Strong mentorship and support toward PE licensure and career advancement. Collaborative team environment with experienced transportation professionals. Diverse project portfolio providing technical growth and project ownership opportunities. Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development resources. Work Environment Full-time position (40 hours per week) Approximately 70% office / 30% field work Occasional travel based on project requirements Hybrid flexibility may be available depending on project and team needs Job Alerts Get job alerts Share Copied to clipboard Related roles Vice President

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