Entry Level Transportation Engineer with Security Clearance
The Entry Level Transportation Engineer at Confidential Client will support transportation engineering projects including design of alignments, drainage, erosion control, traffic maintenance schemes, and preparation of construction and right-of-way plans. This role offers professional growth opportunities within a collaborative team environment, applying latest technologies to solve complex transportation challenges for diverse clients.
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Position Overview
Confidential Client seeks an Entry Level Transportation Engineer to join their transportation team in Baltimore, MD. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience with transportation design, traffic and drainage planning, and construction document preparation. Candidates who hold or are eligible for a security clearance are encouraged to apply.
What You’ll Do
- Support design of horizontal and vertical alignments for roadway projects
- Assist with drainage and erosion & sediment control design
- Help develop maintenance of traffic and protection of traffic plans
- Prepare construction plans and right-of-way acquisition exhibits
- Use MicroStation and Microsoft Office to produce deliverables and coordinate with team members
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, and project managers to meet client requirements and schedules
- Participate in project reviews and site visits as needed
Qualifications (Required)
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Transportation
- 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships or co-ops count)
- Experience with MicroStation and Microsoft Office
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability and desire to work effectively in a team environment
- Valid driver’s license preferred
Preferred / Nice to Have
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) / Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
- Previous internship or co-op experience on transportation projects
- Familiarity with traffic analysis, maintenance of traffic (MOT) plans, and right-of-way plan preparation
- Active or eligible security clearance
Compensation & Location
- Location: Baltimore, MD (on-site)
- Projected salary range: $82,500 - $85,000 annually (actual pay may vary based on skills, experience, and location)
- This position does not currently sponsor new applicants for work authorization
Additional Information
- Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer. Background checks may be required for finalists, conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
- If you do not meet every listed qualification but are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply — you may be a fit for this or other opportunities.
- Note to third-party recruiters: Confidential Client only compensates placement recruiters with a valid, pre-existing written agreement.
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