Transportation Engineering Designer

KPFF Seattle’s Transportation Team focuses on designing infrastructure that moves people and connects communities across the region. We work on a wide range of transit and transportation projects, including roadway and trail improvements, fish passage enhancements, and major infrastructure efforts throughout the Puget Sound and Pacific Northwest. Our team supports projects from early planning and feasibility through design, permitting, and construction. We collaborate closely with public agencies, transit authorities, contractors, and fellow engineers to deliver thoughtful, sustainable solutions that improve mobility, restore natural systems, and strengthen the built environment.

Located in downtown Seattle, our Transportation Engineering team is seeking a Transportation Engineering Designer. This position will provide the opportunity for you to dive headfirst into real-world projects from day one. You’ll have the opportunity to work on impactful transportation projects across Washington, including work for public agencies like WSDOT, local transit agencies, and municipalities. You will support multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with clients, contributing to projects that positively impact communities throughout the state; as well as:

• Assist in the design and development of transportation projects, including roadways, trails, and transit facilities.

• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and design documentation under the mentorship of experienced engineers.

• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams.

• Build expertise in navigating federal, state, and local regulations, while aligning with KPFF’s and our clients’ standards and practices.

• Join client meetings and site visits to gain exposure to project development and stakeholder engagement.

• Participate in KPFF’s Forefront program, our commitment to mentorship, lifelong learning, and career development.

• Thrive in a vibrant, inclusive, and collaborative team environment that values creativity, curiosity, and excellence.