Transportation Engineer – Consultant

Michael Baker International

. Serve as a project manager and/or technical leader for highway or bridge transportation engineering assignments .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeHarrisburg • Pennsylvania • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $125,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management and technical leadership within transportation engineering, focusing on highway and bridge projects. Strong ability to communicate technical concepts and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve successful project outcomes.

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Project ManagementTransportation EngineeringCritical ThinkingClient CommunicationStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Engineering DegreeProject DeliveryAsset ManagementCapital PlanningToll OperationsDesign ProjectsQuality AssuranceProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsMulti-TaskingCollaborationRelationship Building

Industry Keywords

Toll AgenciesState DOTsFHWATransportation AgenciesPA Turnpike

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a project manager and/or technical leader for highway or bridge transportation engineering assignments
Support the PA Turnpike executive team and staff across design, construction, facilities, and roadway maintenance initiatives
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and industry experts nationwide to develop innovative solutions and deliver successful project outcomes
Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to complex transportation engineering challenges
Lead and manage assignments of varying size, scope, and complexity while maintaining quality, schedule, and client expectations
Communicate with clients and stakeholders, presenting technical concepts and recommendations clearly and concisely
Build and maintain professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and industry partners
Contribute to collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement
Participate in a flexible hybrid work environment with in-person collaboration at the PA Turnpike Central Administration Building in Middletown, Pennsylvania

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, or a related field with commensurate experience
10+ years of related experience
Experience working with toll agencies, state DOTs, FHWA or similar transportation agencies
Strong critical thinking skills while striving for quality and client satisfaction
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report preparation, presentation, and problem-solving skills
Strong track record of project delivery
Ability to be self-motivated, work in a dynamic environment alongside clients, and possess strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
Experience working on PA Turnpike total reconstruction or other engineering design projects is desired but not required
Experience working on asset management or capital planning is desired but not required
Experience with tolling or similar operations is desired but not required
Must complete pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
Professional and personal development
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits