Transportation Engineer - Entry-Level

Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLPWhitman, Requardt & Associates, LLPAustin, Texas, United States
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Posted

9/3/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

$70k - $125k/year

Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The Transportation Engineer will assist in the design of highway and traffic infrastructure, including roadway alignments, traffic signals, and capacity analyses. They will collaborate with senior engineers to produce construction plans, technical reports, and 3D models while supporting project meetings and field data collection.

Requirements overview

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering from an ABET-accredited program. The role requires 0-4 years of experience, proficiency in design software like MicroStation or AutoCAD, and effective communication skills.

Key skills

Highway engineeringTraffic engineeringRoadway designDrainage designStormwater designTraffic signal designITS system operationsCapacity analysisTravel demand modelingMicrostationAutoCADOpenRoadsSynchroVISSIMTechnical writingProject coordination

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Education requirements

bachelor degree

About Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP

Industry

Civil Engineering

Employees

792

Type

Partnership

Size

501-1,000 employees

Established in 1915, WRA is a nationally-recognized engineering, architectural and environmental planning firm with a reputation for delivering exceptional work on time and within budget. Owned and run by technical professionals, the firm's heritage is rooted in client service with experts involved at every stage of development to ensure consistency, accuracy, efficiency and depth of understanding. WRA is large enough to meet any project's size and small enough that every client is important. Multi-faceted. Forward thinking. Client serving. WRA's vast portfolio is defined by its core foundation, exacting standards, and the driving force behind the firm's next 100 years.

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Job categories

EngineeringTransportationConstructionGovernment & Public Sector

Description

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to plan for and design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world! We are currently seeking an Entry-Level Transportation Engineer to join our Transportation Group in our Austin, TX office. Recognizing that entry-level engineers are beginning their professional careers, this position offers the opportunity to develop specialized expertise in either the highway or traffic engineering disciplines or to gain experience in both areas. Join our Transportation Group and thrive in a collaborative culture, focused on active mentorship, innovation, and accelerated career growth. You’ll collaborate directly with senior engineers on projects ranging from local intersection improvements to major interchange and corridor programs.   You will gain broad project exposure (with occasional national and international work) and hands-on experience from day one. If you're driven to keep learning and ready to build a strong foundation in engineering, this role is built for you. You will collaborate closely with senior engineers who will provide structured mentorship, hands-on training, and ongoing support to help you achieve your long-term career goals. Key Responsibilities Include: * Highway Engineering * Assist in the development of roadway alignments, profiles, and typical sections. * Prepare construction plans for roadway geometrics, maintenance of traffic (MOT) and erosion and sediment control. * Perform drainage and stormwater design tasks in coordination with senior engineers. * Traffic Engineering * Assist with traffic designs such as traffic signals, ITS/TSMO devices, signing and pavement markings, roadway lighting, and work zone traffic control. * Perform traffic operational/capacity analyses utilizing software such as HCS, Synchro, Sidra, or PTV Products (VISSIM/VISTRO/VISUM). * Perform or provide data/analysis support for travel demand modeling and forecasting tasks utilizing software such as CUBE, TransModeler, etc. * Perform Highway Safety Manual (HSM) based traffic safety analyses utilizing software tools such as HSS, IHSDM, ISATe, PennDOT HSM Spreadsheet Tools and conduct traditional crash data analysis. * Support traffic signal and ITS system operations. * Support transportation planning studies for roadway, transit, bicycle, pedestrian, freight, and multimodal transportation systems. * Utilize design software (e.g., Microstation, OpenRoads, AutoCAD) to produce plan sets and 3D models. * Support preparation of construction specifications, quantity calculations and cost estimates. * Contribute to technical reports, studies, and design documentation. * Assist in preparing materials for client meetings, public meetings, and agency submissions. * Coordinate with internal design disciplines (highway, structures, traffic, utilities, environmental) to integrate design elements. * Participate in occasional site visits for data collection, field verification, or design support. * Coordinate with senior engineers on permitting requirements and utility research. Requirements: * Bachelor (or higher) of Science degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering from an ABET accredited program.  * Candidates actively pursuing their degree are eligible to apply. * Candidates with other engineering/applied science degrees are eligible to apply. * Experience with electrical and communication system design is considered an asset. * 0-4 years of relevant experience * Relevant internship/job experience preferred. * Ability to effectively communicate orally/written. * Ability to handle multiple assignments. * Experience working with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD preferred. * Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) * Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others. * Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred. Required Submissions: * Resume * A copy of current, or most recent, school transcript (If you are applying via a 3rd party site that does not allow attachments, please email transcript to careers@wrallp.com [careers@wrallp.com]  Benefits: WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer: * Flexible work schedule options * Competitive salary * Leave accrual and paid holidays * Healthcare benefits * Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance * Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement * 401(k) Retirement Plan * Tuition Reimbursement * Employee Assistance Program * Parental and maternity leave benefits  WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.   The expected compensation range for this position is $70,000.00 - $125,000.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)    ***** Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position ***** Position #: 3433

Requirements

  • Highway engineering
  • Traffic engineering
  • Roadway design
  • Drainage design
  • Stormwater design
  • Traffic signal design
  • ITS system operations
  • Capacity analysis
  • Travel demand modeling
  • Microstation
  • AutoCAD
  • OpenRoads
  • Synchro
  • VISSIM
  • Technical writing
  • Project coordination

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule options
  • Competitive salary
  • Leave accrual
  • Paid holidays
  • Healthcare benefits
  • Group life insurance
  • Short and long term disability insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program
  • Parental and maternity leave

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