Transportation Engineer for City or County

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Civil Engineering / Transportation

Experience Level: Entry Level (0–4 Years)

About the Opportunity:

Are you looking to launch your engineering career with a firm that puts ownership, growth, and purpose at the center of everything it does?

We are seeking a Transportation Engineer for City or County to join our City/County Design Team in Minneapolis, MN. This is a phenomenal opportunity to work on essential infrastructure projects while building your skills alongside experienced engineers—and to do it all as an employee-owner.

The Transportation Engineer for City or County will play a key role in planning, design, and production of municipal and county roadway projects across Minnesota. You’ll grow fast, learn from experienced professionals, and contribute to projects that directly impact local communities.

Why This Role Is Unique:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Company-funded stock allocations averaging ~10% of eligible compensation annually

• Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus

• Paid overtime for most exempt positions

• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and compensatory time off

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid training, certifications, and continuing education support

• Employee-focused events and outings

• Onsite fitness facility (Minneapolis office)

Key Responsibilities of the Transportation Engineer for City or County:

• Support transportation design projects for municipal and county clients

• Assist with preliminary and final design of roadways, stormwater systems, utilities, and multimodal facilities

• Use MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, or AutoCAD Civil 3D to develop models and plan sets

• Prepare construction documents, staging plans, and cost estimates

• Collaborate closely with licensed engineers and project managers

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field)

• 0–4 years of civil engineering experience (internships/co-ops count)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Familiarity with MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, or Civil 3D

• EIT certification (or ability to obtain within 12 months)

The ideal Transportation Engineer for City or County will be highly motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to real-world infrastructure solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with municipal or county transportation projects

• Familiarity with MnDOT and local design guidelines

Compensation:

Salary Range: $70,000 – $80,000 annually (depending on experience) Status: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (No visa sponsorship available)

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This is more than a job—it’s your opportunity to take ownership of your career and future. If you're ready to grow, contribute, and make an impact, step into the role of Transportation Engineer for City or County today.

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