Transportation Engineering Designer

KPFF Seattles Transportation Team focuses on designing infrastructure that moves people and connects communities across the region. We work on a wide range of transit and transportation projects including roadway and trail improvements fish passage enhancements and major infrastructure efforts throughout the Puget Sound and Pacific Northwest. Our team supports projects from early planning and feasibility through design permitting and construction. We collaborate closely with public agencies transit authorities contractors and fellow engineers to deliver thoughtful sustainable solutions that improve mobility restore natural systems and strengthen the built environment.

Located in downtown Seattle our Transportation Engineering team is seeking an Entry Level Transportation Engineering Designer. This position will provide the opportunity for you to dive headfirst into real-world projects from day one. Youll have the opportunity to work on impactful transportation projects across Washington including work for public agencies like WSDOT local transit agencies and municipalities. You will support multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with clients contributing to projects that positively impact communities throughout the state; as well as:

• Assist in the design and development of transportation projects including roadways trails and transit facilities.
• Prepare technical reports calculations and design documentation under the mentorship of experienced engineers.
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Build expertise in navigating federal state and local regulations while aligning with KPFFs and our clients standards and practices.
• Join client meetings and site visits to gain exposure to project development and stakeholder engagement.
• Participate in KPFFs Forefront program our commitment to mentorship lifelong learning and career development.
• Thrive in a vibrant inclusive and collaborative team environment that values creativity curiosity and excellence.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications:

• An ABET accredited bachelors degree in civil (preferred) or environmental engineering
• 0-3 years experience working under a licensed professional engineer
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Passionate about providing exceptional client service

Desired Qualification (Optional):

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or scheduled date for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Coursework and/or familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Coursework and/or familiarity with MicroStation and OpenRoads

Additional Information :

Physical Demands:

• Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer.
• Occasionally may be required to lift objects weighing up to 15 lbs.
• Occasional visits to project and construction sites may involve walking standing kneeling or navigating uneven terrain.
• Travel to project sites or client meetings which may involve driving or flying.

Compensation:

The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidates experience education and skills. The expected pay for a qualified candidate is $78000 - $90000 annually.

Additionally we offer performance-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in each Reporting Center. During the interview process well provide detailed information and address any questions you may have about the overall compensation package and benefits.

Benefits provided by KPFF include:

• An excellent 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance with a no-premium option
• Vision insurance with a no-premium option
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option with employer contribution
• Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
• Dependent Care FSA option
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group life insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Seven paid holidays and two floating holidays
• 10 vacation days annually which increases with years of service.
• 10 days of personal and sick time to care for yourself and family members.
• Up to one week (five business days) of paid jury duty per year.
• Six weeks of supplemental paid family leave
• Travel accident insurance
• Subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed ethnicity national origin religion marital status sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity) pregnancy veteran status citizenship status physical or mental disability or any other protected basis.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time