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Transportation Design Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

This position will support the planning, design, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects for public sector clients including State DOTs, counties, municipalities, and local agencies.

This position will support the planning, design, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects for public sector clients including State DOTs, counties, municipalities, and local agencies.

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How much do transportation design jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for transportation design in Seattle, WA is $99,357.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,200.00 and $108,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a transportation designer do?

A Transportation Design job focuses on creating the look, functionality, and user experience of various transportation modes, such as cars, bikes, trains, and aircraft. Designers blend aesthetics, engineering, and ergonomics to develop innovative concepts that enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability. They use digital tools, modeling techniques, and collaboration with engineers to bring designs from concept to production.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a transportation designer?

To thrive in Transportation Design, a blend of strong visual creativity, proficiency in industrial or automotive design principles, and a relevant degree (such as in transportation, industrial or product design) is essential. Mastery of computer-aided design (CAD) software like Autodesk Alias, CATIA, and Adobe Creative Suite, as well as familiarity with prototyping tools, is typically required. Exceptional collaboration, adaptability, and problem-solving skills set standout designers apart in multidisciplinary teams. These abilities ensure innovative, functional, and aesthetically compelling transportation solutions that meet user needs and industry standards.

How to get into transportation design?

To pursue a career in transportation design, typically a bachelor's degree in transportation, industrial, or automotive design is required. Building a strong portfolio, gaining experience through internships, and developing skills in CAD software and 3D modeling are essential steps to enter the field.
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Infographic showing various Transportation Design job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, 32% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,357 per year, or $47.8 per hour.

Project Engineer - Transportation Design - Seattle

SCJ Alliance

Seattle, WA โ€ข On-site

$100K - $115K/yr

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and driven transportation engineer with great problem-solving skills and a desire to provide technical oversight and project design expertise as we develop and execute a wide variety of transportation projects out of our Seattle office.  Are you looking for an opportunity with a growing company that will bring you individual career development growth? Does working for a company that is dedicated to serving communities and each other sound like a fit for you? Then please consider joining our SCJ Team!

Who we are

Our mission is to serve our clients, communities, and each other with creativity, knowledge, insight, and perspective. As a 100% employee-owned company, at SCJ we value trust, compassion, freedom, stewardship, and integrity. We routinely and easily cross job description lines in order to be part of getting something done. Our fast-paced, fun, and flexible atmosphere offers the opportunity for meaningful work that challenges you, makes a difference, and improves communities. We specialize in civil engineering, transportation planning & design, environmental & urban planning, landscape architecture & design, and public outreach. With great projects and a fun-loving team, our firm has been named as both one of the nation’s fastest-growing and best places to work multiple times. Our mantra “Anticipate. Envision. Create” captures our work environment and project approach.


SCJ strives to employ top-quality people who will add to our unique company culture — a place where we not only serve our clients but also one another. We routinely and easily cross job description “lines” to be part of getting something accomplished, no matter how small the task.


What our transportation engineering projects include:

  • Corridor design
  • Highway framework studies and IJRs
  • Signalized and roundabout intersection design
  • Downtown transportation revitalization projects
  • Roadway/highway design
  • Transit design
  • Stormwater design

What you'll be doing

  • You'll establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance expectations. Create and execute project work plans, revise when appropriate to meet changing needs; identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities; manage day-to-day operational aspects of projects and scopes
  • Initiate and maintain relationships with clients to facilitate successful project completion. Set and manage client expectations; communicate effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate options when project challenges arise; represent the company in project meetings; effectively facilitate team and client meetings; develop lasting relationships with client personnel that foster client loyalty.
  • Provide oversight of project staff. Develop design alternatives; supervise design staff in preparation of PS ensure QA/QC process is followed.
  • Complete project documents. Initiate and complete any required documentation to support assigned projects; write draft and final reports – develop draft reports in concert with other project team members; review deliverables prepared by team prior to executive-level review and submission to clients. 


What you bring: 

  • A passion for serving others, communication, creativity, and a commitment to high-quality work
  • A Professional Engineering (PE) license and a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent
  • 4+ years of progressively responsible transportation engineering experience
  • AutoCAD and/or MicroStation 3D experience. Civil 3D and/or InRoads experience
  • Independence and initiative
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • The ability to organize and delegate
  • A healthy balance of logic and creativity


What we bring: 

  •  An unbeatable culture:  An autonomous and collaborative work environment, exceptional operational support, creative and supportive co-workers, and a compassionate leadership team. Plus other fun stuff including firmwide Zoom parties, mugshots, virtual fitness challenges …and a variety of other creative ways we have found to come together and hang out. 
  • Quality projects: We pursue work that improves communities, challenges us, and makes a difference
  • Community involvement opportunities and a charitable matching program
  • Paid time off: paid vacation / sick time, paid holidays and a floating holiday 
  • Retirement benefits: 401(k) plan & employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
  • Health, disability, and other insurance plan options to fit your needs. Including HSA & FSA.


This is not a remote position.