Entry Level Transportation Engineering Graduate

VHB is seeking a Transportation Designer - 2027 Graduate to join our growing Transportation Systems Group in New England. This role is based out of our Watertown, MA office.

Project work will focus on the planning, design and construction support of traditional and advanced traffic signals, connected vehicle and smart technology initiatives, advanced transportation technology infrastructure and traditional and smart work zone design and implementations.

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, municipal and private 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 memorandum

Technical Report Writing experience preferred
Excel in working in a team environment
Ability to read and comprehend design and construction specifications and plans preferred
Ability/willingness to work outdoors on occasion on highway job sites and uneven terrain
AutoCAD (preferred) and/or MicroStation

BS in Civil Engineering with a focus on Transportation or Electrical Engineering, or related field.
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) preferred
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
The full-time annual base salary range for this position,located in Massachusetts, is $86,000 to $88,000. The basesalary offered will bedeterminedbased on job-related factors, including geographic location, internal equity, experience, credentials, skills, education, work schedule, and other factorspermittedby law. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive annual incentive compensation bonuses, spot bonuses, and merit-based salary increases, providing opportunities to increase earnings beyond base pay. VHB also offers adifferentiating work experience, including a comprehensive benefits package that includes eligibility toparticipatein the VHB 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs.

Building what's next, together.

Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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