Project Engineer Transportation

Overview

Overview

MSA Professional Services is seeking a Project Engineer – Transportation to support the planning, design, and delivery of roadway and transportation infrastructure projects.

This role is ideal for a licensed transportation engineer who enjoys balancing technical design, client interaction, and project leadership responsibilities. You will work with minimal oversight to lead project components, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and deliver innovative transportation solutions that improve mobility and safety for the communities we serve. The Project Engineer serves as a key technical resource, mentors junior staff, and helps maintain strong client relationships while contributing to project success.

MSA Professional Services is 100% employee-owned, meaning every employee has a direct stake in the success of the company. This ownership mindset drives our collaborative culture, long-term thinking, and commitment to delivering high-quality work for the communities we serve.

Come join the ownership team at MSA!

Employee Testimonial:

"As an employee-owned company (100% ESOP), working at MSA is not just a job. We're genuine co-owners, and this ESOP setup promotes a culture of collaboration and engagement throughout MSA because we all have a direct financial interest as owners."

-Project Engineer Transportation, Cedar Rapids Office

Responsibilities

Transportation Design & Technical Leadership

• Lead the design and delivery of roadway, highway, and multimodal transportation projects utilizing OpenRoads Designer (ORD) and related design tools
• Perform and review roadway geometrics, corridor modeling, drainage analysis, traffic accommodations, and construction staging plans
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, design documentation, specifications, and bidding documents
• Coordinate project deliverables and ensure compliance with applicable DOT and local agency standards
• Provide technical QA/QC review and support constructability throughout project development

Project Execution

• Lead assigned project components through planning, design, and construction phases with minimal oversight
• Monitor project scope, schedule, and budget and proactively identify and resolve issues
• Coordinate and integrate work completed by junior staff and technical support personnel
• Participate in field investigations, site visits, and construction support activities as needed
• Support project managers in maintaining successful project delivery and client satisfaction

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Maintain consistent communication with clients, project managers, agency personnel, and project stakeholders
• Lead or co-lead client meetings to present technical updates and coordinate project activities
• Serve as a key client contact for assigned projects and project tasks
• Support proposal development and project pursuits for transportation clients
• Participate in industry organizations and conferences to support client relationships and business development efforts

Mentorship & Team Development

• Mentor graduate engineers and junior staff through technical guidance, project coordination, and work review
• Support staff development through coaching and knowledge sharing
• Foster collaboration and continuous improvement across project teams

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program required

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years of transportation engineering experience required
• Experience with roadway design for state and local transportation agencies preferred
• Experience utilizing OpenRoads Designer (ORD) required

Licensure

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required

Skills

• Strong understanding of transportation engineering principles, roadway design standards, and DOT requirements
• Proficiency in OpenRoads Designer (ORD), MicroStation, and related transportation design software
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead project components and coordinate multidisciplinary teams
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills
• Ability to monitor project budgets, schedules, and scope performance
• Effective leadership and mentoring skills for developing junior staff
• Desire to work in a collaborative consulting environment focused on delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions

Why MSA

• 100% employee‑owned firm with 100+ years of community impact
• Collaborative culture with in-house experts for all disciplines across the firm
• Flexible work‑life integration
• Ongoing learning and professional growth opportunities for all positions
• Commitment to fostering a work environment where employees have a strong sense of inclusion and belonging
• Included on the "ENR Top 500 Design Firms" for over 27 straight years

Additional Benefits

Eligible employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Compensation Range: $97,700 to $156,400 (commensurate with experience)

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – As a 100% employee-owned company, eligible employees receive company shares at no cost

• Flex Time: Work 42 hours this week? Have 2 hours added to your Flex Time balance to use as time off in the future

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for employees and eligible dependents

• Paid Time Off – Minimum of 17 days in the first year

• Paid Holidays – 8 holidays annually

• Paid Parental Leave – regardless of birth parent

• Employer-Paid Insurance – Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage

• Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP) – Annual performance-based bonus opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer

MSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

MSA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hr@msa-ps.com so we can assist you.