Transportation Project Engineer

Department: Transportation

Location: New Haven, CT

Compensation: $83,000 - $100,000 / year

Description

Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That’s what it takes to work at Fuss & O’Neill – because that’s what we do for the communities in which we work: we create, innovate, and design long-lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we’ve prioritized work-life balance by offering flexible/remote work opportunities, part-time benefits, and generous PTO. We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you’ve found your future.

We are seeking a motivated Transportation Project Engineer to join our growing team. Under the direction of a Project Manager, this professional will play a key role in supporting and leading various traffic and highway engineering projects. From urban roadway design to signal systems and traffic analysis, this role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of impactful projects that improve community mobility and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts for traffic and highway projects, particularly in urban or space-constrained environments
• Conduct field investigations and data collection to support project development
• Prepare construction plans, design reports, and permitting documentation
• Assist in traffic analysis, signal design, and roadway alignment studies
• Mentor and guide junior staff in developing technical skills and design capabilities
• Ensure work is completed on time and within established budgets
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure project success
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Typically requires at least 5 years of experience in highway and roadway design
• Experience working with state or local Departments of Transportation (DOTs)
• EIT or PE certification preferred
• Intermediate skills in AutoCAD, Civil3D, Synchro, Vissim and/or Microstation
• Excellent oral and written communications skills including the ability to present technical content to non-technical audiences
  
  

This is a hybrid role, offering the best of both worlds—collaborate in-office with a high-performing team and enjoy the flexibility of working remotely part of the week. We're committed to supporting work-life balance while maintaining strong team connection and project delivery.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Schedule Flexibility: Customize your work schedule to fit your life.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy.
• Continuous Learning: Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth.
• Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy.
• Career Advancement: Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.
• Fun Team Culture: Regular team-building activities, happy hours, and company outings.
  
  

Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position

All offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check. Fuss & O'Neill, Inc. is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Fuss & O’Neill participates in the Federal e-Verify program.