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Trilon

Transportation Engineer

Durham, NC · On-site

$74K - $99K/yr

This mid-career role is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about sustainable transportation in bike and pedestrian infrastructure and eager to advance their career. In this position, you ...

Trilon

Transportation Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$79K - $105K/yr

This mid-career role is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about sustainable transportation in bike and pedestrian infrastructure and eager to advance their career. In this position, you ...

Citian

Transportation Consultant

Washington, DC · On-site

Your expertise will help guide cities and states alike as they build safer, more sustainable transportation systems. Responsibilities: * Create a targeted strategy for Citian products and market ...

Trilon Group

Transportation Engineer

Durham, NC · On-site

$90K - $111K/yr

This mid-career role is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about sustainable transportation in bike and pedestrian infrastructure and eager to advance their career. In this position, you ...

NOACA

Manager of Transportation Engineering

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$113K - $137K/yr

... sustainable transportation systems for 2.1 million residents. We are looking for a visionary, technically exceptional, people-centered Manager of Transportation Engineering to help shape the future ...

RETTEW

Transportation Engineer II

Pittsburgh, PA · Hybrid

$75K - $99K/yr

Your work will directly support safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation systems. Responsibilities / Day-to-Day * Perform roadway and transportation design tasks, including calculations ...

RETTEW

Transportation Engineer II

Mechanicsburg, PA · Hybrid

$73K - $97K/yr

Your work will directly support safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation systems. Responsibilities / Day-to-Day * Perform roadway and transportation design tasks, including calculations ...

RETTEW

Transportation Engineer II

Lancaster, PA · Hybrid

$75K - $99K/yr

Your work will directly support safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation systems. Responsibilities / Day-to-Day * Perform roadway and transportation design tasks, including calculations ...

RETTEW

Transportation Engineer II

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$75K - $99K/yr

Your work will directly support safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation systems. Responsibilities / Day-to-Day * Perform roadway and transportation design tasks, including calculations ...

RETTEW

Transportation Engineer II

Lancaster, PA · On-site

$75K - $99K/yr

Your work will directly support safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation systems. Responsibilities / Day-to-Day * Perform roadway and transportation design tasks, including calculations ...

NOACA

Manager of Transportation Engineering

Cleveland, OH · Hybrid

$113K - $137K/yr

... sustainable transportation systems for 2.1 million residents. We are looking for a visionary, technically exceptional, people-centered Manager of Transportation Engineering to help shape the future ...

RETTEW

Transportation Engineer II

Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site

$73K - $97K/yr

Your work will directly support safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation systems. Responsibilities / Day-to-Day * Perform roadway and transportation design tasks, including calculations ...

RETTEW

Transportation Engineer II

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$75K - $99K/yr

Your work will directly support safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation systems. Responsibilities / Day-to-Day * Perform roadway and transportation design tasks, including calculations ...

RETTEW

Transportation Engineer II

Lancaster, PA · On-site

$75K - $99K/yr

Your work will directly support safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation systems. Responsibilities / Day-to-Day * Perform roadway and transportation design tasks, including calculations ...

RETTEW

Transportation Engineer II

Morgantown, WV · Hybrid

$79K - $105K/yr

Your work will directly support safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation systems. Responsibilities / Day-to-Day * Perform roadway and transportation design tasks, including calculations ...

RETTEW

Transportation Engineer II

Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site

$73K - $97K/yr

Your work will directly support safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation systems. Responsibilities / Day-to-Day * Perform roadway and transportation design tasks, including calculations ...

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How much do sustainable transportation jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for sustainable transportation in the United States is $74,701.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,500.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed for sustainable transportation?

To thrive in a Sustainable Transportation role, candidates generally need a strong background in urban planning, environmental science, or civil engineering, with expertise in transportation systems and sustainability practices. Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), transportation modeling software, and relevant certifications such as LEED or PMP is often advantageous. Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills help individuals succeed in collaborative, interdisciplinary environments. These capabilities are vital for designing, implementing, and advocating for transportation solutions that effectively balance environmental, economic, and social considerations.

What does a sustainable transportation professional do?

A typical day in a Sustainable Transportation position involves a mix of research, data analysis, project planning, and collaboration with colleagues across urban planning, engineering, and government departments. Professionals often attend meetings to coordinate with stakeholders, review transportation policies, and develop strategies for more eco-friendly transit options. You may also conduct site assessments, prepare reports, and engage with community groups to ensure projects align with sustainability goals. This role combines office-based tasks with occasional fieldwork, offering a dynamic and impactful work environment.

What is a sustainable transportation?

A Sustainable Transportation job focuses on developing and implementing environmentally friendly transportation systems. Professionals in this field work on initiatives like public transit improvements, active transportation (walking and cycling), electric vehicle infrastructure, and policies to reduce carbon emissions. Roles may be found in government agencies, private companies, urban planning firms, and nonprofit organizations. The goal is to create transportation solutions that balance economic, environmental, and social sustainability.

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Infographic showing various Sustainable Transportation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 59% Full Time, 37% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,701 per year, or $35.9 per hour.

Transportation Engineer

Trilon

Durham, NC • On-site

$74K - $99K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Alta is looking for an Active Transportation Engineer to join our growing design team in our Durham office. This mid-career role is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about sustainable transportation in bike and pedestrian infrastructure and eager to advance their career. In this position, you will work on a wide variety of projects focused on transforming communities through multimodal transportation solutions, including complete street reconfigurations, bikeway designs, complex trails, intersection improvements, ADA compliant and high function pedestrian facilities and other innovative transportation solutions. You'll work on both large- and small-scale projects and contribute to plans and designs that make a real impact on the safety and accessibility of communities across North Carolina and the country.

In this role, you'll collaborate with our multidisciplinary team of engineers, landscape architects, planners, graphics designers, outreach specialists, and data analysts while performing task lead and Assistant Project Management roles. You'll be mentored by industry leaders and have the opportunity to engage with complex design challenges, working across scales from conceptual design to detailed plans and specifications. You will mentor entry level staff and have the opportunity to have meaningful contribution in training, onboarding, and process improvement. If you are looking for a chance to grow your skills in a dynamic, collaborative environment and contribute to meaningful transportation projects, apply with Alta today!
About Alta
Alta is a missiondriven company working to mitigate climate change and advance safety and social justice by shaping sustainable, peoplecentered communities. We bring together expertise across planning, design, engineering, education and encouragement programs, and community engagement to help communities thrive. Our work is grounded in the belief that how places are designed and experienced has a profound impact on equity, health, and opportunity-and that people should always be at the heart of those decisions.
Founded in 1996, Alta was at the forefront of the active transportation movement and has spent nearly 30 years partnering with communities to imagine a more connected, resilient, and inclusive future. Today, with more than 225 staff across the United States and beyond, we are a global leader in creating environments that support everyday life, strengthen human connection, and respond to the challenges of a changing world. Alta offers the opportunity to collaborate across disciplines, contribute to meaningful work at every scale, and be part of a team committed to making lasting, positive change for people and the places they call home.
  • Designing and delivering a variety of multimodal transportation projects, including complete streets, bikeway design, intersection improvements, ADA compliant and high function pedestrian facilities, and other innovative transportation solutions.
  • Working on project tasks like geometric layout, grading, drainage, signing and striping, multi-disciplinary coordination, green infrastructure, construction staging, and more.
  • Assist the Project Manager on day to day task by helping as a task lead or Assistant Project Manager
  • Developing high-quality design documents, including Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) for bid-ready packages.
  • Develop concept level alternatives that consider feasibility, use, and impacts.
  • Participating in site visits to investigate existing conditions, observe construction activities, and inform design decisions.
  • Leading and supporting project coordination meetings with clients, consultants, and internal teams.
  • Begin to assist the Project Manager with technical write-ups, memos, scope and budgets, and schedule updates.
Required:
  • 5-7 years of experience in transportation engineering or a related field, with a preference for experience in a consulting environment or public sector.
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field from an ABET/EAC-accredited program.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with Civil 3D, or similar civil engineering software is a plus. Previous MicroStation, OpenRoads experience is preferred.
  • Strong background in transportation design, including experience with multimodal transportation solutions, complete streets, bikeway design, pedestrian improvements, and related projects.
  • Ability to design, manage, and deliver project tasks such as geometric layout, grading, drainage, green infrastructure, construction staging, and interdisciplinary coordination.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Proven ability to lead or coordinate project tasks, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines and budget constraints.
Preferred: 
  • Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience with project management, including coordinating teams, preparing scopes of work, budgets, and schedules.
  • Familiarity with Deltek VantagePoint or similar project management software.
  • Willingness to travel as needed for site visits and client meetings
Flexible Schedule
Alta offers a flexible, hybrid work schedule where most employees work from home three days per week. In-office days support our collaborative culture, one of our core values.

Compensation
The pay range for this job in Durham is $90,000-$111,000 annually. Placement within the range is based upon experience, skill-sets, and qualifications.
Benefits
Alta offers comprehensive benefits to all full-time employees:
  • Medical: PPO or HSA medical plans, Alta pays 75% of the cost
  • Dental/Vision: PPO, Alta pays 90% of the cost
  • Life Insurance: Alta pays 100% of the premium for life and AD&D, equal to your base compensation
  • 401(k): Alta provides a match up to 3%
  • PTO: 21 days accrued annually to start
  • Holidays: 11 total company paid holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave/Short-Term Disability 
  • Additional Benefits: Wellness reimbursement up to $800 annually, Alta Gets Around benefit of up to $900 annually, 5-year travel award, and professional development opportunities
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