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We are seeking an innovative, self-motivated, and team-oriented professional with strong technical expertise, leadership experience, and a passion for developing practical, effective transportation solutions. You will work on a wide range of planning, preliminary engineering, and conceptual design projects for MDT, FHWA, and local municipalities as part of one of the region’s top transportation teams.

<h3>Senior Transportation Engineer</h3><ul><li>Transportation Planning & Operations Group</li><li>All Office Locations</li><li>$95,000 - $120,000 (base salary)</li><li>Regular Full-Time</li></ul>Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA) is excited to offer a dynamic opportunity for a Senior Transportation Engineer within our Transportation Planning & Operations Group. In this role, you will lead the development of transportation solutions that improve safety, mobility, and system performance across the Northwest. You will work on a wide range of planning, preliminary engineering, and conceptual design projects for MDT, FHWA, and local municipalities as part of one of the region’s top transportation teams.We are seeking an innovative, self-motivated, and team-oriented professional with strong technical expertise, leadership experience, and a passion for developing practical, effective transportation solutions. This role offers significant growth opportunities, including leadership and project management pathways within RPA.As a Senior Transportation Engineer, you will lead and collaborate with a team of engineers and planners on diverse transportation planning and operations projects. Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Leadership: Serve as a discipline lead for transportation engineering on projects of varying size and complexity.</li><li>Project Management: Plan, manage, and oversee all aspects of small- to medium-sized projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables on schedule and within budget.</li><li>Alternatives Analysis: Lead the identification and evaluation of transportation improvement alternatives, considering safety, operations, and system performance.</li><li>Conceptual Design: Guide the development of conceptual layouts, preliminary designs, and visualizations to effectively communicate project solutions.</li><li>Technical Oversight: Provide direction on traffic operations, safety, and planning analyses, using modeling and simulation tools as appropriate to support decision-making.</li><li>Collaboration: Lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinating with engineers, planners, clients, and agencies.</li><li>Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, public agencies, and stakeholders through proactive communication and trusted service.</li><li>Mentorship: Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior engineers and staff.</li><li>Documentation: Oversee preparation of technical reports, calculations, and project documentation.</li><li>Business Development: Support marketing efforts, proposal development, and client growth strategies</li></ul>RequirementsWe are looking for a highly skilled professional who combines strong technical expertise in transportation engineering with leadership ability and a commitment to teamwork.<ul><li>Education and Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (transportation emphasis preferred) or related field. Professional Engineering (PE) license in Montana, or ability to obtain within six (6) months. PTOE or RSP certification (or ability to obtain within six (6) months) preferred.</li><li>Experience: 8+ years of experience in traffic and/or transportation engineering. Experience with MDT, FHWA, or local agency projects is highly desirable.</li><li>Technical Proficiency: Understanding of transportation analysis and simulation tools such as Synchro, SimTraffic, and Vissim. Proficiency with design software including Civil 3D is preferred.</li><li>Leadership Skills: Demonstrated experience leading projects, managing teams, and coordinating with clients and agencies.</li><li>Analytical Skills: Strong ability to apply engineering judgment to evaluate alternatives and develop practical transportation solutions.</li><li>Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong technical writing abilities.</li><li>Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities. Strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and a solutions-oriented mindset are essential.</li><li>Culture Fit: Commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture and alignment with RPA’s Core Values.</li></ul>Benefits<h3>About RPA</h3>Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA) is a distinguished, 100% employee-owned civil engineering, planning, and land surveying firm headquartered in Montana. Established in 1978, we are renowned for our personalized service and commitment to designing practical and sustainable solutions for our clients.We champion an open leadership style based on mutual trust, empowering our team members to influence the future of RPA. Our commitment to a collaborative culture has fostered consistent growth and one of the lowest staff turnover rates in the industry. At RPA, our core values—listening, respect, integrity, empowerment, teamwork, and social responsibility—drive our success and shape our dynamic work environment.<h3>Company Culture and Benefits</h3>At RPA, our employee-owners are the cornerstone of our success. That is why we invest in you, your professional development, your community, and your future, celebrating both your work achievements and personal milestones. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:<ul><li>Generous Retirement Plan: RPA contributes to your retirement future, with no match required, starting on day one.</li><li>100% Employee Owned: Our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) provides you with direct ownership in the company, aligning your success with ours.</li><li>Competitive Salary and Bonuses: Enjoy a rewarding compensation structure including competitive base salary and company-wide bonus program.</li><li>Flexible Work Environment: We support work-life balance with excellent leave policies, flexible schedules, and paid time over 40 hours per week.</li><li>Professional Growth: We support and encourage professional development and involvement in civic/professional organizations and provide ample opportunity for career growth within RPA.</li></ul>Additional details about our benefits can be found on our <a class="external" href="https://rpa-eng.com/rpa-advantage/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener">RPA Advantage Page</a>.

Robert Peccia & Associates

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From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes. The Senior Transportation Officer serves as a lead worker assigned by the Transportation Manager in high-risk operations and high-profile federal government transportation contracts and must possess a CDL Class B with a (“P”) passenger endorsement.

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Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including: <table style="width:418pt;border-collapse:collapse"><tbody><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Paid Time Off </td><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Paid Holidays </td></tr><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• 401(k) Matching </td><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Health Insurance </td></tr><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Vision Insurance </td><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Life Insurance </td></tr><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Health Savings Account </td><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Tuition Reimbursement </td></tr><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Employee Discount </td><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Reduced Tuition Rates </td></tr><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Disability Insurance </td><td style="padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Employee Assistance Program </td></tr><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• 401(k) </td><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Pet Insurance </td></tr><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Dental Insurance </td><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Paid Training </td></tr><tr><td style="width:209pt;padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Flexible Spending Account </td><td style="padding:0in 0in 0in 0in">• Other Benefits Available </td></tr></tbody></table>Equal Opportunity Employer 

Overview:
Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.Who We Are:GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.Why Work for GEO:<ul><li>We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.</li><li>Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.</li></ul>

Responsibilities:
Summary:The Senior Transportation Officer serves as a lead worker assigned by the Transportation Manager in high-risk operations and high-profile federal government transportation contracts and must possess a CDL Class B with a (“P”) passenger endorsement. It also is responsible for securely transporting detainees between destinations and ensuring that the vehicles used for transportation activities are safe and properly maintained.  Finally, this position assists management when unexpected problems arise to develop effective and efficient solutions. Primary Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>The Senior Transportation Officer assists management when unique or unexpected problems arise while transporting detainees.  Helps to develop effective and efficient solutions.</li><li>The Senior Transportation Officer reviews all vehicle inspection reports. Develops summaries for Transportation management and notes commonalities from the reports. Suggests solutions as necessary.</li><li>Ensures that all permits and licenses for all assigned vehicles are in order.</li><li>The Senior Transportation Officer verifies that vehicles have the necessary safety equipment before initiating a trip.  Notifies the Transportation management if there are problems before assignments.</li><li>Properly tracks DOT HOS on Electronic Logging Devices.</li><li>The Senior Transportation Officer assists with interviewing and screening of applicant Transport Officers when required.</li><li>Reviews all necessary paperwork and reports in an accurate and thorough manner.  Ensures that all reports are turned into the Transportation management according to described policies and procedures.</li><li>The Senior Transportation Officer ensures that all missions meet or exceed PBNDS/FBNDS safety measures while transporting detainees.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>

Pay:
Pay USD $24.89/Hr.

<a href="https://www.geogroup.com/GEOs_Continuum_of_Care">Global Leader in Evidence-Based Rehabilitation</a>
The GEO Group is committed to providing leading, evidence-based rehabilitation programs to individuals while in-custody and post-release into the community through the "GEO Continuum of Care®." GEO's diversified services platform provides unique capabilities for the delivery of educational and vocational programs, cognitive behavioral and substance abuse treatment, and faith-based services. The GEO Continuum of Care is enhanced in-custody offender rehabilitation programming, including cognitive behavioral treatment, integrated with post–release support services.
Who We Are
GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

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In this role, you will provide design leadership and technical support on roadway and transportation infrastructure projects across the northwest, contributing your expertise to one of the region’s top-ranked transportation teams. We are seeking an innovative, self-motivated, and team-oriented leader with a passion for transportation infrastructure, a comprehensive range of roadway design experience, and strong leadership skills.

<h3>Senior Highway Engineer</h3><ul><li>Streets & Highways Group</li><li>All Office Locations</li><li>$95,000 - $120,000 (base salary)</li><li>Regular Full-Time</li></ul>Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA) is excited to offer a dynamic opportunity for a Senior Highway Engineer within our Streets and Highways Group. In this role, you will provide design leadership and technical support on roadway and transportation infrastructure projects across the northwest, contributing your expertise to one of the region’s top-ranked transportation teams. We are seeking an innovative, self-motivated, and team-oriented leader with a passion for transportation infrastructure, a comprehensive range of roadway design experience, and strong leadership skills.This role offers significant growth opportunities, including career advancement and leadership pathways within RPA.As a Senior Highway Designer, you will work with a team of engineers on diverse transportation design projects, from rural highways to complex urban interchanges. Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Design Leadership: Serve as the discipline lead for roadway design on projects of varying complexity and scope.</li><li>Project Management: Plan, manage, and oversee all aspects of small- to medium-sized projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables on time and within budget.</li><li>Collaboration: Act as a team leader for complex, multi-disciplinary projects, coordinating with engineers, clients, and agencies.</li><li>Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and agencies through proactive communication and exceptional service.</li><li>Mentorship: Guide and develop junior engineers, fostering technical and professional growth within the team.</li><li>Documentation & Analysis: Prepare written reports, calculations, and comprehensive design documentation.</li></ul>RequirementsWe are looking for a highly skilled professional who combines strong technical knowledge in highway design with leadership abilities and a commitment to teamwork. The ideal candidate will meet the following qualifications:<ul><li>Education and Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field) with a Professional Engineering (PE) license in Montana, or ability to obtain within six months.</li><li>Experience: 6+ years of progressive experience in roadway design. Prior design experience with projects for the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) or Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is highly desirable.</li><li>Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in roadway design software including Civil3D, MicroStation, and GEOPAK.</li><li>Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple deadlines effectively. Strong interpersonal skills, common sense, and a solutions-oriented approach are essential for success in this role.</li></ul>Benefits<h3>About RPA</h3>Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA) is a distinguished, 100% employee-owned civil engineering, planning, and land surveying firm headquartered in Montana. Established in 1978, we are renowned for our personalized service and commitment to designing practical and sustainable solutions for our clients.We champion an open leadership style based on mutual trust, empowering our team members to influence the future of RPA. Our commitment to a collaborative culture has fostered consistent growth and one of the lowest staff turnover rates in the industry. At RPA, our core values—listening, respect, integrity, empowerment, teamwork, and social responsibility—drive our success and shape our dynamic work environment.<h3>Company Culture and Benefits</h3>At RPA, our employee-owners are the cornerstone of our success. That is why we invest in you, your professional development, your community, and your future, celebrating both your work achievements and personal milestones. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:<ul><li>Generous Retirement Plan: RPA contributes to your retirement future, with no match required, starting on day one.</li><li>100% Employee Owned: Our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) provides you with direct ownership in the company, aligning your success with ours.</li><li>Competitive Salary and Bonuses: Enjoy a rewarding compensation structure including competitive base salary and company-wide bonus program.</li><li>Flexible Work Environment: We support work-life balance with excellent leave policies, flexible schedules, and paid time over 40 hours per week.</li><li>Professional Growth: We support and encourage professional development and involvement in civic/professional organizations and provide ample opportunity for career growth within RPA.</li></ul>Additional details about our benefits can be found on our <a class="external" href="https://rpa-eng.com/rpa-advantage/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener">RPA Advantage Page</a>.

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