Engineer I/II (Transportation/Civil) - Toole Design

Toole Design Group in Silver Spring, MD is looking to hire an experienced and talented full-time Engineer I/II. Do you have a background in transportation engineering design? Are you passionate about sustainability and the opportunity to work on people-centered, multimodal projects and construction documents that make communities more livable and equitable? Would you like to work for a firm that is committed to the well-being of its employees? If so, please consider joining our team in Silver Spring.

This engineering position with a focus on multimodal transportation design earns a competitive salary and great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement, a health savings account (HSA), and a flexible spending account (FSA). We practice what we preach and ensure that our employees also have access to transportation by providing them with financial incentives to bike, walk, or use transit for a better quality of life.

About Toole Design

Toole Design is the leading engineering, planning, and landscape architecture firm specializing in multimodal transportation. Since our start in 2003 as a single office in Maryland, we have expanded throughout the United States and Canada. Our talented team of planners, landscape architects and engineers are committed to delivering quality work that meets the needs of all people, regardless of age, ability, race or gender. We have been named a "best firm to work for" and have one of the lowest staff turnover rates in the industry.

Every project our employees deliver directly and positively affects our communities. We are industry-leading experts, and we work hard to encourage a collaborative and team-oriented environment.

A Day in the Life of an Engineer I/II

You are at the forefront of brainstorming creative solutions for challenging projects alongside an interdisciplinary team. You'll use state of the art tools and practices to help create sustainable, people-centered, multimodal transportation infrastructure. You will be improving people's lives and commutes through the design of streets, active transportation facilities, and Vision Zero safety projects from concept plans and design development to detailed final design plans for construction projects.

Your job can sometimes be challenging, butyou get to work with a close-knit team and a broader network of colleagues across North America that are passionate about the work and communities we serve.

Qualifications of an Engineer I/II:

• A Bachelor's or Master's in civil engineering or related field (focus on transportation engineering is a plus)
• EIT certification, or ability to obtain it within one year
• At least 1 year of transportation engineering experience (at least 2 years for Engineer II)
• A broad knowledge base in aspects of street design and understanding of civil engineering drawings
• Strong proficiency in Computer Aided Design software (MicroStation)
• Specific knowledge of roadway geometric design or streetscape design
• Interest in multimodal transportation issues and design (specifically for bicycle, pedestrian, Safe Routes to School, Complete Streets, Vision Zero, and/or transit integration)
• Excellent task and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience with the Microsoft Office suite of applications

It would be a plus if you had:

• Knowledge of civil engineering design software: Inroads, OpenRoads
• Experience and/or interest in conducting public outreach and engagement

You'll be great here if:

• You are eager to learn and interested in developing your design proficiency in addition to CAD skills
• You are detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills
• You're motivated to tackle new challenges and develop creative solutions
• You are passionate about sustainability and the opportunity to work on challenging multimodal projects that make communities more livable and want to develop and implement projects that will have an immediate impact on communities
• You enjoy producing high-quality work products and seeing your projects get built

Work Schedule for an Engineer I/II:

This full-time position typically works a flexible schedule of 40 hours a week. We also provide employees with the flexibility and necessary equipment to work from home 2-3 days per week. The Silver Spring office of Toole Design is our corporate headquarters. We are conveniently located just outside of Washington DC in downtown Silver Spring, close to regional trails and networks on on-street bike infrastructure two blocks from the Silver Spring Metrorail/MARC Station and bus depot. Our beautiful 8th floor suite offers stunning views of DC and surrounding Montgomery County. The office is easily accessed on foot, by bicycle, and via transit.

Ready to Join our Silver Spring Team?We understand your time is valuable, so we have a quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this engineering position, please fill out our application by clicking on the link on this page.

At Toole Design, diversity is a necessity, not a nice-to-have. We have a collaborative culture where people of all backgrounds come together to share ideas and build better, more inclusive communities. We encourage those from underrepresented communities - women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, those with disabilities and people at all the intersections in between - to apply. Even if you don't think your current skill set checks every box below, but this role seems to align with your strengths, we want to hear from you.

We're proud that about half of our managers are women and we are committed to achieving racial diversity in our leadership as well. Toole Design is a woman-owned business and an equal opportunity employer (EO/AA/VEV/Disabled employer).

Individuals may request accommodations or assistance with the application process by contacting 301-927-1900 and asking for Human Resources or emailing HR@tooledesign.com.

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