Experienced Transportation Engineer or Planner (Bay Area)

Fehr & Peers is seeking an experienced Transportation Engineer or Planner in San Jose, CA, to lead multimodal transportation projects. Responsibilities include solving complex challenges, managing projects, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have 4-10 years of relevant experience and a degree in transportation or related fields. The role emphasizes collaboration, client relationships, and offers opportunities for professional growth and development.
Fehr & Peers is looking for an experienced Transportation Engineer or Planner to help lead meaningful, multimodal transportation projects that shape how people move through their communities.


In this role, you won’t just deliver projects—you’ll help define them. You’ll bring technical expertise, sound judgment, and a collaborative mindset to complex transportation challenges, while building strong client relationships and supporting the growth of those around you.


You’ll join a team that values initiative, thoughtful problem-solving, and mentorship. We trust our experienced staff to take ownership, contribute to strategy, and help move both projects and people forward.






Responsibilities

Lead and solve complex transportation planning and engineering challenges across all travel modes
Communicate technical concepts clearly through strong writing, presentations, and discussions with clients and stakeholders
Apply a range of analytical tools and software to develop practical, well-supported recommendations
Work across diverse project types, including traffic and transit simulation, corridor and campus plans, multimodal studies, and transportation impact analyses
Work on a variety of projects, which may include traffic and transit simulation, campus plans, multimodal corridor studies, transportation impact studies, bicycle and pedestrian studies, regional transportation plans, and more
Manage projects, including scope, schedule, budget, and client coordination
Build and maintain strong client relationships
Mentor and support the development of junior staff

Qualifications

4-10 years of relevant experience in transportation planning or engineering, including experience in one or more of the following:

Traffic operations analysis (e.g., HCS, Synchro, VISSIM)
Traffic engineering and streetscape design
Transportation planning (e.g., bicycle/ transit plans, infrastructure finance, transportation and land use policy)
Travel demand forecasting (e.g., Cube/Voyager, TransCAD, EMME)

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in transportation, civil or electrical engineering, urban and regional planning, or a related field (e.g., geography, math, statistics, economics)
Strong technical writing and public speaking skills
Experience with project management and contributing to business development efforts
Professional license (highly desirable)
Willingness to travel to support projects and collaboration across offices
GIS experience (preferred, but not required)



At Fehr & Peers, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your expertise, take on leadership, and make a lasting impact—while working in an environment that values collaboration, mentorship, and balance.



Placement within the stated pay range will be determined based upon education, experience, and qualifications.



Benefit Highlights:


Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance.


401(k) Plan with matching and profit sharing.


Flexible Spending Accounts.


Commuter Benefits.


Paid Vacation, holidays and sick leave.


8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave.


Mentoring and Career Development programs.


Research and Development group participation, and more.







Full information about the benefits we offer can be found by visiting our careers page.







EEO: Fehr & Peers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment in the workplace. We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds, and hire without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service or any other characteristic protected by law.


San Francisco Applicants: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.


Nondiscrimination: Fehr & Peers ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources.

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