Roles and Skills
ECLARO delivers top talent for a variety of Transportation Engineer roles across public infrastructure, consulting, and private development projects. Although the specifics and titles may vary for each organization, our experienced recruiters have a track record of success in helping organizations hire at all levels
Junior Transportation Engineers
Assist in traffic data collection, basic roadway design, and analysis of transportation networks.
Mid-Level Transportation Engineers
Conduct traffic modeling, design highways, intersections, and transit systems, and manage project implementation.
Senior Transportation Engineers
Lead transportation planning projects, optimize multimodal systems, supervise teams, and ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.Key skills
- Transportation systems design and planning
- Traffic modeling and simulation software (VISSIM, SYNCHRO, HCM)
- Civil engineering principles and highway design standards
- Project management and technical coordination
- Data analysis and feasibility studies
- Regulatory compliance and permitting knowledge
- Communication and stakeholder engagement
Frequently asked questions
What does a Transportation Engineer do on a daily basis?
Transportation Engineers design, plan, and oversee traffic flow systems, roadways, and transit infrastructure. Day-to-day work includes conducting traffic studies, modeling network conditions with specialized software, analyzing transportation demand, and developing design recommendations. They collaborate with planners, municipalities, and contractors to optimize safety, efficiency, and capacity across transportation networks.
What certifications or qualifications are typically required?
Most Transportation Engineers hold a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is highly valued and often required for senior roles and projects involving public roads. Many candidates also pursue certifications in traffic engineering or specialized software platforms. ECLARO sources candidates at all experience levels, from entry-level graduates to highly credentialed PE-licensed professionals.
How do I hire a Transportation Engineer through ECLARO?
ECLARO matches your specific staffing needs with qualified Transportation Engineers from our nationwide network. We can provide contractors for project-based work, temporary fills for capacity gaps, or permanent placement candidates. Our recruitment team screens for your exact technical requirements, whether that's expertise in specific software, local permitting knowledge, or industry certifications. Simply describe your project scope and timeline, and we'll present qualified candidates within your requirements.
What industries typically hire Transportation Engineers?
Transportation Engineers work across public sector agencies (state DOTs, city planning departments), private consulting firms, construction companies, and logistics organizations. They support projects ranging from urban traffic optimization and transit planning to highway expansions, intersection redesigns, and freight movement analysis. ECLARO places Transportation Engineers in both government and private sector roles across the US and Canada.
Ways to hire through ECLARO
ECLARO can fill this role through contract or contract-to-hire staffing, direct placement, an Employer of Record (EOR), recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), or a dedicated offshore team in the Philippines (ECAPTIVE).