Entry-Level Transportation Engineer - Roadway
This entry-level Transportation Engineer role at Confidential Client involves supporting roadway and transportation design projects including urban and rural roadways, multimodal paths, and highway improvements. The position offers hands-on experience with CAD drafting, technical report preparation, and fieldwork, providing exposure to the full project lifecycle in a collaborative and supportive environment focused on community impact and professional growth.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, engineering and design (transportation/civil engineering).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role Overview
Confidential Client is looking for an Entry-Level Transportation Engineer to join their Roadway team in Kansas City, MO. This role is ideal for a recent or soon-to-be graduate who is eager to build technical experience in roadway and transportation design while contributing to projects that positively impact communities.
What You’ll Do
You will support roadway and transportation projects across the full project lifecycle. Typical responsibilities include:
- Contribute to CAD drafting and design support for urban and rural roadways, multimodal paths, and highway/interchange improvements
- Assist with research, data collection, and preparation of technical memoranda and project reports
- Perform field observations and site visits to support design and construction activities
- Coordinate with engineers, planners, and other project stakeholders
- Apply quality-control checks to drawings and deliverables
- Learn and apply company design standards, specifications, and best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program (December 2026 graduates encouraged to apply)
- Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification preferred
- Interest in transportation engineering and roadway design
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Bentley MicroStation is a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and problem‑solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated base pay: $61,177 per year (estimated)
- Competitive 401(k) match
- Health, vision, and dental benefits for full-time employees
- Paid time off and wellness program
- Tailored professional development and possible flexible work arrangements
- Opportunity to participate in a performance-based bonus program
Why This Position
- Hands-on exposure to meaningful transportation projects
- Mentorship from experienced roadway engineers
- Clear career growth paths and training opportunities
- Work that directly impacts community mobility and safety
Additional Information
Confidential Client is committed to protecting applicant privacy and follows applicable data-protection laws. This role may require occasional travel for site visits. Full-time employment classification.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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