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How much do transportation engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for transportation engineering in Minnesota is $89,221.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,900.00 and $100,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is transportation engineering?

A Transportation Engineering job focuses on planning, designing, and maintaining transportation systems, including roads, bridges, highways, and public transit. Engineers in this field ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable movement of people and goods. They analyze traffic patterns, improve infrastructure, and implement new technologies. Their work helps reduce congestion, enhance safety, and support economic growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in transportation engineering?

To thrive as a Transportation Engineer, you need a strong background in civil engineering principles, transportation planning, and traffic analysis, typically backed by a bachelor's degree in civil or transportation engineering and relevant licensure (such as a PE license). Familiarity with specialized software like AutoCAD, MicroStation, SYNCHRO, and GIS systems, as well as understanding of transportation design standards, is crucial. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication and teamwork abilities are essential soft skills for this role. Mastering these skills ensures the engineer can design safe, efficient transportation systems and collaborate seamlessly with stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams.

What are the typical career advancement opportunities for transportation engineers?

Transportation Engineers often start as entry-level or junior engineers and can progress to roles such as project manager, senior engineer, or transportation planning specialist as they gain experience and professional licensure. Advancement may also involve specializing in areas like traffic modeling, highway design, or transit systems, or supervising larger teams and multidisciplinary projects. With continued education and proven leadership, some professionals move into executive positions or become consultants within the field. Career growth in transportation engineering is supported by ongoing training, certification, and a track record of successful projects.

What does a transportation engineer do?

A transportation engineer designs, plans, and manages transportation systems such as roads, bridges, and traffic flow to improve safety and efficiency. They analyze traffic data, develop infrastructure projects, and often use tools like CAD software, requiring knowledge of engineering principles and relevant regulations.

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Infographic showing various Transportation Engineering job openings in Minnesota as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 55% Full Time, 41% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,221 per year, or $42.9 per hour.

Engineer (PE) - Transportation

Alexandria, MN • On-site

Houston Engineering, Inc.
Civil Engineering Construction • 51 - 200 employees
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$96K - $118K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Company Description
Job Location: Alexandria, MN
OUR CULTURE. YOUR CAREER.
Houston Engineering Inc. (HEI), is a full-service civil engineering, surveying, environmental, and technology solutions consulting firm with multiple locations throughout the Midwest. Having been in business since 1968, we have provided outstanding client service and effectively managed our business strategy resulting in sustained growth. Our commitment continues to be meeting our clients' needs and providing a productive and fun atmosphere for our employees.
As an experienced Transportation Engineer at Houston Engineering, you will lead a team of engineers to help plan and design safe, smooth and efficient roadway systems for communities across the Midwest. You will manage a variety of transportation projects with successful delivery from the environmental stage through construction while assuring designs are in accordance with Federal, State and Local specifications. You will also play an active role in growing and expanding transportation services.
Job Description
  • Effectively lead project activities through the life cycle of projects.
  • Prepare and oversee detailed engineering analyses, schedules, technical reports, etc.
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with project teams such as CAD designers, engineers, subcontractors to complete projects safely, on time, and with high quality.
  • Create and foster a project team culture of superior service for the customer.
  • Assist in client contact and communications.
  • Projects you'll work on will vary, however some common ones may include traffic planning, roadway and railway design, geometric layout, drainage analysis, erosion control, and/or environmental clearance coordination. The projects you work on may also be Federal, State, County and municipal roadways.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
  • State Professional Engineer license or the ability to obtain with 6 months.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience with state DOT and county highway projects preferred.
  • Experience operation AutoCAD, MicroStation, and OpenRoads Designer preferred.
  • Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Additional Information
Benefits of Joining HEI
As part of our talented staff, you will enjoy competitive pay and significate annual bonuses. The estimated rate of pay is $96,581 - $118,044 depending on experience. Other benefits include employee paid health, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, generous 401(k) match, access to HSA, FSAs, flexible schedules, annual HEI logo wear, plus more.
Additionally, view our careers page to read about HEI being selected as one of the ENR top 500 design firms and as one of the Prairie Businesses 50 best places to work for several years in a row!
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