Entry Level Transportation Engineer jobs in United States
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VHB · 1 day ago

Entry Level Transportation Engineer

VHB is an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in various industries. The Transportation Designer role focuses on planning, design, and construction support of traffic signals and advanced transportation technology initiatives.

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Responsibilities

Work within a team of professionals to develop design plans and specifications for a variety of Transportation Systems and communication equipment & infrastructure
Development of Traffic Signal Design Plans and Specifications for state and municipal clients
Development of Temporary Traffic Control Plans (TTCP), including traditional and smart work zones and construction phase service planning for state, municipal and private clients
Systems Engineering documents for transportation technology projects following the FHWA Systems Engineering Process
Design of ITS equipment and communications infrastructure including fiber optic and wireless technologies, Closed Circuit Television (CCTV), Dynamic Message Signs (DMS), Wrong Way Vehicle Detection Systems, and various sensor technologies
Perform engineering field work as needed (various field equipment testing, utility and infrastructure verification, taking measurements and pictures at field sites, etc.)
Writing technical reports and memoranda

Qualification

AutoCADMicrostationCivil EngineeringEITTechnical Report WritingAttention to detailTeamworkCommunication skills

Required

BS in Civil Engineering with a focus on Transportation or Electrical Engineering, or related field
Interest in working across multiple disciplines concurrently with a diversity of assignments
Experience developing civil design and construction documents – preference given for state DOT experience, a plus

Preferred

Technical Report Writing experience
Ability to read and comprehend design and construction specifications and plans
AutoCAD and/or Microstation
0-1 year of professional experience with a desire to learn the planning, design, and construction of transportation equipment and/or communications systems (cellular, fiber, wireless)
EIT

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
Focus on learning, development, and career growth
Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

Company

VHB offers civil engineering, site and transit planning, GIS mapping, consulting, analytics, design-build, and structure designing services.

H1B Sponsorship

VHB has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (11)
2024 (8)
2023 (4)
2022 (7)
2021 (8)
2020 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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David Mulholland, PE
Chief Technology Officer
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Bill Ashworth
Chief Operating Officer
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