Engineering Designer II
Alta Planning + Design, Baltimore, MD, United States
Department:
Engineering
Location:
Baltimore, MD
Compensation:
$76,000 - $102,000 / year
Description Alta Planning + Design seeks an Engineering Designer II for our Baltimore office. This production-level position is a great opportunity for someone who believes in the importance of active, multimodal, and sustainable transportation and who is interested in growing their career as a transportation planning professional. Specific project work will involve bikeway design, shared‑use path design and feasibility, streetscape design, civil design, and urban design. You will be challenged to think at various scales from the systems‑level down to specific sites or intersections and learn from industry leaders in active transport.
Day to Day
Multidisciplinary Project Delivery : Collaborate with a team of planners, landscape architects, and engineers to deliver multimodal projects, including quick‑build intersections, complex bikeway designs, complete streets, and trails.
Design & Technical Responsibilities : Manage various design tasks such as geometric layout, grading, storm drainage, green infrastructure, signing and striping, and traffic control plans for bicycle, pedestrian, and multimodal projects of all scales.
Site Visits & Construction Oversight : Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions and monitor construction progress, ensuring that designs are executed according to specifications.
Project Coordination & Client Interaction : Participate in or lead project coordination meetings, assist in client and sub‑consultant communications, and contribute to the preparation of bid‑ready Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) packages.
Proposal & Planning Support : Support project pursuits by writing scopes of work, preparing fee estimates, and creating technical graphics, while also contributing to grant applications, feasibility studies, and planning documents.
Qualifications Required
2-5 years of experience as a Civil Engineer in a consulting environment or at a government entity
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering or a related field of study
Proficient in MicroStation Connect and OpenRoads Designer
Experience in, or knowledge of, the field of active transportation and street design
Demonstrated understanding and/or experience in preparation of exhibits, concept drawings, and Plans, Specifications and Estimates packages for transportation projects
Ability to collaborate with staff members across the company and manage internal team expectations
Interest in developing multimodal transportation skills, design proficiency, problem‑solving skills, and all‑around civil transportation proficiency
Ability to manage competing priorities and tasks on multiple simultaneous projects involving cross‑functional project teams within budgetary and schedule constraints
Excellent professional ethics, leadership skills, accountability, and decision‑making capabilities
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication and analytic skills
Proficient in Excel, Word, or similar software
Preferred
Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering or a related field of study
Proficient in civil engineering software: GEOPAK, InRoads, AutoCAD, Civil3D
Experience in task management for design projects
Experience using Deltek Vision
Ability and willingness to travel
What We Offer Flexible Schedule Alta offers a flexible, hybrid work schedule where most employees work from home three days per week. In‑office days support our collaborative culture, one of our core values.
Benefits
Medical : PPO or HSA medical plans, Alta pays 75% of the cost
Dental/Vision : PPO, Alta pays 90% of the cost
Life Insurance : Alta pays 100% of the premium for life and AD&D, equal to your base compensation
401(k) : Alta provides a safe harbor match up to 4%
PTO : 21 days accrued annually to start
Holidays : 11 total company paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave/Short‑Term Disability
Additional Benefits : Wellness reimbursement up to $800 annually, Alta Gets Around benefit of up to $900 annually, 5-year travel award, and professional development opportunities
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Engineering
Location:
Baltimore, MD
Compensation:
$76,000 - $102,000 / year
Description Alta Planning + Design seeks an Engineering Designer II for our Baltimore office. This production-level position is a great opportunity for someone who believes in the importance of active, multimodal, and sustainable transportation and who is interested in growing their career as a transportation planning professional. Specific project work will involve bikeway design, shared‑use path design and feasibility, streetscape design, civil design, and urban design. You will be challenged to think at various scales from the systems‑level down to specific sites or intersections and learn from industry leaders in active transport.
Day to Day
Multidisciplinary Project Delivery : Collaborate with a team of planners, landscape architects, and engineers to deliver multimodal projects, including quick‑build intersections, complex bikeway designs, complete streets, and trails.
Design & Technical Responsibilities : Manage various design tasks such as geometric layout, grading, storm drainage, green infrastructure, signing and striping, and traffic control plans for bicycle, pedestrian, and multimodal projects of all scales.
Site Visits & Construction Oversight : Conduct site visits to assess existing conditions and monitor construction progress, ensuring that designs are executed according to specifications.
Project Coordination & Client Interaction : Participate in or lead project coordination meetings, assist in client and sub‑consultant communications, and contribute to the preparation of bid‑ready Plans, Specifications, and Estimate (PS&E) packages.
Proposal & Planning Support : Support project pursuits by writing scopes of work, preparing fee estimates, and creating technical graphics, while also contributing to grant applications, feasibility studies, and planning documents.
Qualifications Required
2-5 years of experience as a Civil Engineer in a consulting environment or at a government entity
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering or a related field of study
Proficient in MicroStation Connect and OpenRoads Designer
Experience in, or knowledge of, the field of active transportation and street design
Demonstrated understanding and/or experience in preparation of exhibits, concept drawings, and Plans, Specifications and Estimates packages for transportation projects
Ability to collaborate with staff members across the company and manage internal team expectations
Interest in developing multimodal transportation skills, design proficiency, problem‑solving skills, and all‑around civil transportation proficiency
Ability to manage competing priorities and tasks on multiple simultaneous projects involving cross‑functional project teams within budgetary and schedule constraints
Excellent professional ethics, leadership skills, accountability, and decision‑making capabilities
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication and analytic skills
Proficient in Excel, Word, or similar software
Preferred
Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering or a related field of study
Proficient in civil engineering software: GEOPAK, InRoads, AutoCAD, Civil3D
Experience in task management for design projects
Experience using Deltek Vision
Ability and willingness to travel
What We Offer Flexible Schedule Alta offers a flexible, hybrid work schedule where most employees work from home three days per week. In‑office days support our collaborative culture, one of our core values.
Benefits
Medical : PPO or HSA medical plans, Alta pays 75% of the cost
Dental/Vision : PPO, Alta pays 90% of the cost
Life Insurance : Alta pays 100% of the premium for life and AD&D, equal to your base compensation
401(k) : Alta provides a safe harbor match up to 4%
PTO : 21 days accrued annually to start
Holidays : 11 total company paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave/Short‑Term Disability
Additional Benefits : Wellness reimbursement up to $800 annually, Alta Gets Around benefit of up to $900 annually, 5-year travel award, and professional development opportunities
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