Senior Transportation Engineer - Roadways

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world. Do you see your career as a highway to a brighter future? Join our roadways team to drive forth our economies, our societies, and your career.Your OpportunityAs a Senior Transportation Engineer, you will leverage your experience with Texas highway and roadway projects to assist in our growing Texas practice and manage the design and delivery of various projects from conceptual planning, through design, construction, and completion. You will perform a variety of tasks with potentially complex features that will require the application of mature knowledge, sound principles and best practices. The role of a Senior Transportation Engineer is to work independently on smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger project. You will lead the design of assigned projects to ensure reliability, resource efficiency and cost-effectiveness. You may provide supervision and guidance to a group of employees, assigning tasks, checking work at frequent intervals for accuracy and completeness; and maintaining budgets and schedules. You may support proposal efforts to expand our project base in the Texas market.Your Key ResponsibilitiesLead the development of project plans and drawings for various projects including urban and rural roadways, highways, rail, transit, trails, and intersectionsPrepare complex engineering designs and plans for urban and rural roadways and highwaysDevelop budgets and monitor work of assigned team to ensure budgets and schedules are metCoordinate with Project Managers, project team and clientsResponsible for design, review and sealing of assigned projectsSupervise the work of engineers and CAD assignedLead and develop junior staffYour Capabilities and CredentialsThorough understanding of codes, legal and design requirements in relevant jurisdictionsAbility to solve complex problems using sound professional judgement, creativity, and innovationProficient in MicroStation and OpenRoads 3D modeling tools, and other relevant design softwareStrong knowledge of the Department of Transportation's legal requirements, design/planning procedures, and PSE plan production in relevant jurisdictionsAbility to participate and collaborate in project team setting, engage in creative and critical though, and effectively communicate ideas, design issues and solutions to othersAbility to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and scheduleEffective communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skillsProficient in Microsoft (MS) Office SuiteEducation and ExperienceBachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Transportation Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related fieldLicensed Professional Engineer required. Existing Texas PE or ability to obtain a Texas PE within six months of hire requiredMinimum of 10 years highway/roadway design experienceTxDOT Precertification preferredYou will work in an open-concept office setting. Local travel may be required for attending client or public meetings, scoping new assignments, and visiting project sites.This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us.About StantecStantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreementsPrimary Location: United States | TX | AustinOther Locations: United States | TX | PlanoOrganization: BC-2142 Transpt-US TexasEmployee Status: RegularBusiness Justification: New PositionTravel: NoSchedule: Full timeJob Posting: 01/07/2026 04:07:35Req ID: 1006578#additionalStantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.