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Entry Level Transportation Engineering Jobs in Colorado

Transportation Planner I

Lakewood, CO · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Transportation Planner/Design Engineer I Job Summary: DJ&A is seeking a motivated, creative, and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Entry Level Transportation Planner/Design Engineer.

Support floodplain management, transportation engineering, drainage engineering, construction, stormwater master planning, and stream restoration work * Potential to work on dam breech, sediment ...

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How much do entry level transportation engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level transportation engineering in Colorado is $95,790.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $107,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What degree do you need to be an Entry Level Transportation Engineer?

Entry Level Transportation Engineers typically need a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, transportation engineering, or a related field. A strong understanding of traffic systems, transportation planning, and proficiency with engineering software are also important for entry-level roles.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Transportation Engineering job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $95,790 per year, or $46.1 per hour.

Entry-Level Transportation Engineer-in-Training (EIT)

Metric Engineering

Colorado Springs, CO

$65K - $82K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

Metric Engineering is looking for an Entry-Level Transportation Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join our Colorado Springs office! Metric Engineering’s transportation team supports public agencies with a wide range of transportation engineering services including complex and engaging projects from early master planning, interchange concepts development, and deployment of smart work zones. As an entry-level engineer, you will support our transportation engineering team with traffic and safety analyses, field visits, ArcGIS map development, and study/report preparation, and more.
This is an entry-level Engineer-in-Training (EIT) position. You will perform a variety of routine engineering assignments that build knowledge and experience with a strong focus on professional development and career growth. You will assist in developing transportation engineering solutions that require analytical and critical thinking to deliver high-quality short- and long-term outcomes.
What you should bring:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or graduating this semester)
  • Engineer Intern (EI) certificate, or ability to obtain within 6 months
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing
  • Ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a project team
  • Sense of ownership and accountability for assigned work
  • Solid interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Working knowledge of ArcGIS, Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) tools/applications, and Microsoft Office
Colorado Pay Range $65,000 – $82,000*
*Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, and education.
About Us:
Metric Engineering, Inc. was founded in 1976 as a transportation engineering company on the principle of providing personalized consulting services. Today, we are among the top consulting engineering firms in Florida specializing in civil, transportation, and disaster relief projects. Over the last four decades, Metric has successfully completed numerous large, complex transportation projects in the United States and abroad. Metric’s Environmental Department was created in 2010 and now generates annual revenues exceeding two million dollars. Our multi-disciplinary workforce and strategically located regional offices enable us to provide both maximized local responsiveness and a diversified technical base. Our clients include local, county, and state agencies, as well as a wide array of private clients.
EOE Statement:
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.