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HNTB

Transportation Planning Engineer II

Arlington, VA · On-site

$85K - $128K/yr

Supporting multimodal transportation planning, safety, and operational studies, including corridor ... Reviewing land development applications, engineering plans, and site designs to evaluate ...

GFT.

Sr. Transmission Line Engineer

Roanoke, VA

$130K - $165K/yr

GFT is seeking a Sr. Transmission Line Engineer to join our Power Business Group! This role would ... Conduct feasibility studies, routing studies, and EMF calculations to support project planning.

ERM

Principal Consultant, Planner

Richmond, VA · On-site

$127K - $163K/yr

At ERM , as a Principal Consultant, Planning Engineer / Transportation, based in Washington, DC ... transmission and renewable energy (wind, solar, hydropower, battery storage) to large-scale ...

Erm

Principal Consultant, Planner

Richmond, VA · On-site

$127K - $163K/yr

At ERM , as a Principal Consultant, Planning Engineer / Transportation, based in Washington, DC ... transmission and renewable energy (wind, solar, hydropower, battery storage) to large-scale ...

GFT.

Principal EHV Transmission Line Engineer

Roanoke, VA · On-site

$145K - $200K/yr

GFT is seeking a Principal EHV Transmission Line Engineer with a focus on 765kV design to join our ... Conduct feasibility studies, routing studies, and EMF calculations to support project planning.

GFT.

OE Transmission Line Engineers

Roanoke, VA · On-site +1

$110K - $145K/yr

GFT is seeking an OE Transmission Line Engineer to join our Power Business Group! If you are in ... Coordinate feasibility studies, routing studies, and EMF calculations to support project planning.

GFT.

OE Transmission Line Engineers

Fairfax, VA · On-site +1

$110K - $145K/yr

GFT is seeking an OE Transmission Line Engineer to join our Power Business Group! If you are in ... Coordinate feasibility studies, routing studies, and EMF calculations to support project planning.

Noblis

Senior Planning Specialist

Lorton, VA · On-site

Lead and support space operations planning activities across NRO, USSPACECOM, Combatant Commands ... We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded ...

Saic

Space Protection Operations Engineer

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$78K - $106K/yr

... operations planning, user/operator training, Operations and Maintenance (O&M) planning and ... Collaborates with software developers to inform/guide mission application enhancements. * Manages ...

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What is the difference between Transmission Operations Planning Engineer vs Transmission System Operator?

AspectTransmission Operations Planning EngineerTransmission System Operator
Primary RolePlans and optimizes transmission system operations and infrastructure developmentManages real-time grid operations ensuring reliable power flow
CertificationsEngineering degree, possibly PE license, industry-specific trainingOperator certifications, grid management training
Work EnvironmentOffice-based with field site visitsControl centers, field sites, real-time monitoring
Industry UsagePower utilities, energy companiesElectricity grid operators, regional transmission organizations

While both roles are vital in the power transmission sector, the Transmission Operations Planning Engineer focuses on planning and system optimization, whereas the Transmission System Operator manages real-time grid operations to ensure stability and reliability.

Infographic showing various Transmission Operations Planning Engineer job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Transportation Planning Engineer II

Alexandria, VA • On-site

HNTB Corporation
Construction • 1 - 5K employees
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$85K - $128K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

HNTB rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

What We're Looking For
At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
This opportunity entails:
Supporting multimodal transportation planning, safety, and operational studies, including corridor, intersection, bicycle, pedestrian, speed management, parking management, shared mobility, and traffic operations initiatives; Assisting with short- and long-range transportation planning efforts and supporting special transportation projects; Reviewing land development applications, engineering plans, and site designs to evaluate transportation impacts and ensure compliance with applicable standards; Performing transportation analyses, evaluations, and engineering studies to support data-driven recommendations for improving roadway safety and operations; Preparing technical reports, maps, exhibits, presentations, and other materials to communicate transportation data, findings, and recommendations; Coordinating with state and local transportation agencies, developers, consultants, and other stakeholders, and assisting with public outreach and community engagement activities; Interpreting engineering drawings, site plans, and technical reports to support engineering recommendations consistent with federal, state, and local laws, policies, standards, and guidelines; Utilizing traffic analysis, traffic simulation, GIS, and other transportation planning tools to support project development while exercising sound engineering judgment and providing excellent customer service.
As a member of the team, you will contribute to the successful project delivery for a diverse range of projects for HNTB's clients.
What You'll Do:
  • Completes assigned work within the schedule and number of hours provided.
  • Responsible for preparation and/or modification for select portions of project reports, plans, designs, and calculations.
  • Develops project quantities and assists with development of cost estimates.
  • Assists engineering teams with organization and administrative support of design files.
  • Able to self-sufficiently complete various tasks and duties including but not limited to research, data collection, field investigations, development, and design of projects.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 2 years of relevant experience, or
  • Master's degree in Engineering and 1 year of relevant experience

What You'll Bring:
  • Exhibiting exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to carry out complex projects effectively and simultaneously.
  • Displays proficiency in Traffic Simulation Software (Synchro, HCS, VISIM, SIDRA, etc.), ArcGIS, Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation and/or AutoCad or other software as required for job assignments.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and review complex traffic studies.
  • Experience in traffic engineering, land use development application and site plan reviews.
  • Exhibiting strong communication, presentation and public speaking skills.
  • Exhibits proficiency in applying engineering, geometric and algebraic principles in your work.

What We Prefer:
  • Master's degree in Engineering
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
  • Knowledgeable in MicroStation and/or AutoCAD

Additional Information
Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards
Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
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Locations:
Arlington, VA (Alexandria)
The approximate pay range for Virginia is $85,580.52 - $128,370.78. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position based on all selected locations within the state at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.
NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:
HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.

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At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

Industry

Construction

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1914

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