Experienced Transportation Engineer (Bay Area) (7-12 Years)

At Fehr & Peers, we are a diverse group of individuals with one thing in common—a passion for transportation. We value that same curiosity, initiative, and commitment to improving communities in our employees. 

As a Transportation or Civil Engineer with 7-12 years of experience, you are:

• Operating with a strong technical foundation
• Demonstrating ownership in the quality and timeliness of your work 
• Balancing collaboration while also effectively using judgment and expertise to operate independently
• Successfully scoping and managing projects including delegating to other individuals as well as managing clients
• Effectively mentoring and teaching others as part of project work execution

You’ll work on a wide range engineering projects, advancing your technical expertise and your ability to manage projects, support clients, bring in new project opportunities, and contribute to the success of your team. Along the way, you’ll be supported by a collaborative culture that values mentorship, encourages initiative, and empowers you to grow into a strong project manager. Project Experience May Include:

• Managing and delivering transportation projects from conceptual planning through final design, including preparation of Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E).
• Subject matter expertise in one or more of the following areas:
  • Traffic engineering design, including bikeways, traffic signals, signing and striping, roundabouts, lighting, and temporary traffic control.
  • Complete streets planning, operations, and design.
  • Multimodal operations assessments.
  • Corridor and interchange studies. 

Responsibilities

Lead and manage projects, including coordinating scope, schedule, and budget

Apply standard and intermediate analytical techniques independently, with appropriate guidance

Contribute to, and as appropriate, lead project approaches, problem-solving, and decision-making

Prepare clear, well-organized technical reports, memos, and presentations

Participate in and lead client meetings and support relationship development

Mentor entry-level staff and interns, including delegating, reviewing work and providing guidance

Lead, in collaboration with others, proposal efforts and business development initiatives

Balance multiple assignments while managing your own workload effectively

Conduct site visits and field data collection as needed 

Embrace opportunities to learn and adopt new tools, technologies, and ways of working that enhance day-to-day work, while maintaining professional judgment, critical thinking, and accountability for result

Growth & Development

In this role, you can expect to:

Contribute to a rapidly growing complete streets design practice with opportunities for office and regional leadership 

Strengthen and enhance your project management skills by leading moderate to large project efforts and coordinating with team members 

Deepen confidence in communicating technical concepts to clients, stakeholders, and the public 

Build mentoring and delegation skills as you support junior staff 

Deepen your area of technical expertise while continuing to expand your overall skillset 

Explore new tools and ideas through our internal Research and Development program 

Qualifications

7–12 years of relevant experience in transportation planning or engineering

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in transportation or civil engineering 

Experience applying transportation analysis techniques with increasing independence

Experience in one or more of the following areas (experience in all is not required): transportation planning, traffic engineering, transportation design (conceptual through PS&E), complete streets, traffic operations analysis, or travel demand modeling

Familiarity with relevant software (experience with all is not required):

General (required): Microsoft Excel, CAD (AutoCAD, MicroStation)

Traffic Operations (preferred): HCS, Synchro/SimTraffic, Vistro, VISSIM, Sidra

Demonstrated ability to manage tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines

Strong written and verbal communication skills

A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to take initiative

Interest in mentoring others and contributing to a collaborative team environment

California Civil PE License required; additional license or certification viewed favorably 

Openness to exploring and responsibly using new technologies and tools, while maintaining critical thinking and professional judgment

Benefit Highlights: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance. 401(k) Plan with matching and profit sharing. Flexible Spending Accounts. Commuter Benefits. Paid Vacation, holidays and sick leave. 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave. Mentoring and Career Development programs. Research and Development group participation, and more. Full information about the benefits we offer can be found by visiting our careers page. EEO: Fehr & Peers is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We recruit, hire, develop, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We value the unique experiences, perspectives, and contributions of our employees and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

San Francisco Applicants: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Nondiscrimination: Fehr & Peers ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources.