Entry-Level Transportation Engineer/Planner

Entry‑Level Transportation Engineer/Planner (Spring/Summer 2026) The Entry‑Level Transportation Engineer/Planner (Spring/Summer 2026) role is offered by Fehr & Peers. This full‑time, entry‑level position is located in Seattle, WA. This role will provide a pay range of $75,000.00/yr to $85,000.00/yr. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base Pay Range $75,000.00/yr – $85,000.00/yr 3>Project Experience Transportation impact studies Bicycle and pedestrian planning Access, circulation, and parking studies Multimodal operations assessments Complete streets planning, operations, and design Cost estimates and project specifications Transit forecasting and operations Travel behavior forecasting Vehicle miles of travel (VMT) assessments Systemic safety studies Highway interchange / corridor studies Climate action plans Freight planning Transportation demand management (TDM) plans Design drawings from the conceptual stage to construction‑ready documents, including: Bikeways / complete streets Signing and striping Traffic signals / ITS Street lighting Roundabouts Temporary traffic control Ongoing Responsibilities Conduct transportation analysis and write reports Participate in meetings, including preparing presentations and public outreach materials Handle project management responsibilities Participate in professional organizations Conduct site visits and collect field data Explore the Fehr & Peers internal Research and Development program Key Milestones By the end of the first month: Participate in on‑the‑job training and mentoring; work on a few different projects; seek additional work from project managers By the end of six months: Work on a variety of projects with most staff in the office; use several technical software programs; prepare deliverables, including memos, reports, and presentations By the end of the first year: Attend multiple client meetings; increase responsibility for managing small projects Qualifications An entrepreneurial spirit and proactive approach to communication and getting work done Genuine curiosity for the work and familiarity with the challenges of day‑to‑day travel within your community Completed bachelor’s or in‑process master’s degree in transportation, civil or electrical engineering, urban and regional planning, or a related major (e.g., geography, math, statistics, economics) Coursework in transportation, engineering, urban and regional planning, geography, math, statistics, economics, or other related courses (an EIT for engineering candidates is preferred) Experience or exposure related to the following topic areas (experience in all not required): Field work, traffic operations analysis, signal design, transportation planning (e.g., bicycle or transit plans, infrastructure finance, transportation and land use policy, and/or travel demand modeling) Experience or exposure to relevant software: General – Microsoft Excel, GIS (ArcGIS, QGIS), and/or CAD (AutoCAD, MicroStation). Traffic Operations Analysis – H, Synchro/SimTraffic, Vistro, VISSIM, and/or Sidra. Travel Demand Modeling – Cube/Voyager, TransCAD, VISUM, and/or Emme. Programming – Python and/or R. Previous work experience in an office setting related to a topic area listed above Experience with technical writing and public speaking through school and/or work experience Interpersonal skills, a desire to collaborate, and a creative approach to problem‑solving Organizational skills and the ability to balance priorities between multiple tasks within a defined timeline Benefit Highlights Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance 401(k) Plan with matching and profit sharing Flexible Spending Accounts Commuter Benefits Paid Vacation, holidays, and sick leave 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave Mentoring and Career Development programs Research and Development group participation, and more Full information about the benefits we offer can be found by visiting our careers page. EEO Fehr & Peers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment in the workplace. We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds, and hire without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by law. Nondiscrimination Fehr & Peers ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources. AI Hiring Tools We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Placement Placement within the stated pay range will be determined based upon education, experience, and qualifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr