Entry Level Staff Engineer- Transportation/ Traffic

Tighe & Bond Inc is hiring an Entry Level Staff Engineer in Transportation/Traffic for their Westwood or Woburn, MA offices. The role involves assisting with traffic studies, preparing contract documents, and inspecting construction projects. Candidates need a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and relevant internship experience. The company offers a hybrid work environment, competitive benefits, and a structured career path with professional development opportunities.
Introduction

We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As an Entry-Level Staff Engineer, you will join our Transportation Team in either our Westwood, MA or Woburn, MA office, where you'll play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you'll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond, you'll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development.

Our Transportation Team and Projects

Our transportation team is more than just a group of engineers-we're problem solvers, innovators, and creators of safe, efficient infrastructure. With nearly 100 professionals, we work on projects that shape the future of transportation across the Northeast, collaborating with state DOTs, municipalities, and private clients to make travel safer and more accessible. Whether it's designing roads, bridges, or multimodal systems, we ensure our designs are sustainable, cost-effective, and forward-thinking.

What You'll Be Doing
• Playing a key role in reporting, including traffic impact and parking studies, design, functional design, and design exceptions
• Assisting with the preparation of contract documents, bid documents, technical specifications, and quantity/cost estimates
• Observing and inspecting construction projects, including traffic, parking, and roadway improvements for clients

What You Will Need
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Relevant experience through internships in surveying, engineering design, permitting, consulting, or construction observation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Eagerness to learn, intellectually curious, self-motivated, and excellent organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications
• Hands-on experience with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, or SolidWorks
• Completed FE or E.I.T. certification or planning to complete it by graduation
• 2 or more years of relevant internship or full-time experience

Your Financial and Wellness Benefits
• Generous medical plans, life and disability insurance, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off (PTO), legal insurance, and adoption assistance
• Student loan repayment assistance, up to $7,000
• Up to $1,000 in wellness incentives each year
• Robust deferred income benefits through 401(k) employee match contributions, ESOP, and annual profit-sharing
• Entry Level Staff Engineer- Transportation Engineering salaries range from $60,249 to $83,243, based on skills and experience
• Bachelor's degree salary is $75,088 and master's degree salary is $79,248
• Additional year-end bonuses as part of our employee-owned structure

Ways to Grow Your Career

We provide a structured career path with opportunities for professional development through tuition reimbursement, internal training, conference attendance, and professional memberships. Mentorship from experienced staff and advancement opportunities are integral to our culture, supporting your long-term career goals.

Our Culture and Values

At Tighe & Bond, we prioritize the well-being of our employees, communities, and environment. We foster a flexible, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We celebrate with events like our annual Lobsterfest, holiday parties, sports outings, and other office activities. Community involvement is a core value, and our Make a Difference program allows employees to earn an additional PTO for volunteer work.

More About Tighe & Bond

We are a leading employee-owned engineering, design, and environmental consulting firm, recognized for its commitment to excellence. With a team of over 600 professionals, we provide innovative solutions for land use, water resources, transportation, and environmental challenges throughout the Northeast. As a top 10 ENR New England Design Firm and the 2023 Employer of the Year from SMPS Boston, we are dedicated to building a more sustainable future.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Statement

We believe one of our greatest strengths lies in our differences. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, with opportunities to thrive. By embracing a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and drives innovation. We celebrate unique perspectives and strive to build a culture of belonging for all team members. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds as we work together to design a sustainable future for our communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Tighe & Bond, Inc. will base decisions on employment to further the principle of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to basing judgments concerning employment of individuals on their qualifications, abilities, skills and experience. If accommodation is needed during the application process, please contact a member of the talent acquisition team.
Employment Type: Full time