Transportation/Civil Project Engineer EI

Company: Keller Associates
Location: Kent
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: $80,000 to $94,000 We are on the lookout for individuals who thrive in the collaborative spirit of engineering, where their efforts are appreciated, and excellence is recognized. Join our dynamic team where you can play a crucial role in creating a meaningful and long-lasting influence on the communities we serve. Apply now for our Transportation/Civil Project Engineer (EI) opportunity based in our Kent, Washington office. This opportunity is also available for those who live close to any of our office locations. Job Summary: The Transportation/Civil Project Engineer will work closely with other engineers, technical specialists, and clients to successfully deliver innovative solutions for our client's challenges. They work as a key team member of highway/roadway/bridge and other infrastructure projects across all of Kellers offices. This individual will focus on multi-discipline projects performing independent engineering and design calculations to develop solutions to some of the toughest transportation challenges across the region. Responsibilities include: Participate in all phases of a project including planning, design, and construction for a variety of federal, state, and local clients Using local or AASHTO standards, develop horizontal and vertical alignment, roadway sections, intersection layout and sight distance determination, interchange layout, utility plans, traffic control plans, signing and striping, roadway drainage including hydraulic reports, and right-of-way plans Analyze engineering and survey data and interpret design standards and guidelines to make sound decisions and solve design challenges Work with multidisciplinary technical teams on a variety of project sizes Provide exceptional client service Develop plans, specifications, and estimates using Civil 3D or OpenRoads, MS Office programs, Bluebeam, and other design software Develop intimate familiarity with design standards, processes, and procedures Assist with technical memoranda, engineering reports, and planning studies Assist with construction administration services Perform other duties as assigned Required Skills/Abilities: Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer and/or AutoCAD/Civil3D experience is preferred not required Design experience is desired with a strong interest in civil engineering and transportation design Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent organization skills Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with multiple priorities Attention to detail, quality work products, and client service Education and Experience: Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or related field Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam 2-4 years of relevant professional experience Benefits: Employee medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents Short-term and long-term disability insurance Company paid life insurance with option to buy up Salary Advantage Program Employee assistance program (EAP) Flexible spending account (FSA) Health savings account (HSA) 401k match program & access to asset management services Year-end bonus Costco membership Paid time off (PTO) and PTO sell back program Paid Holidays Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement Paid day of community service We are a mid-sized consulting firm providing water, wastewater, civil, transportation, and structural engineering services throughout the West including Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Nevada, and Utah. We provide client-focused solutions in surface water, water and wastewater engineering, as well as transportation planning, roadway, bridges and vertical structures, site civil design, construction management, electrical, controls, and surveying. Our clients include federal, state, and local agencies as well as small and medium sized cities. Our work is never boring and always influences the communities we serve. We take joy in everything we do from work to play our staff finds ways to be more human and balanced. Please review the Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability form foundhere to answer the questions provided at the bottom of the application process. Keller Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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