Are you a seasoned Transportation Engineer looking for a leadership opportunity in a dynamic and collaborative environment? Thompson & Litton, a trusted multi-office Engineering & Architecture firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Transportation Engineer to join our Bristol, Tennessee office.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead a design team on roadway and transportation infrastructure projects for DOTs and local municipalities.
• Oversee the engineering and planning of highway design, traffic management, safety improvements, and maintenance of traffic projects.
• Prepare drawings, calculations, reports, and technical specifications, while performing quality control reviews.
• Collaborate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to develop project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
• Assist with business development efforts, including RFQs, RFPs, and SOQs.
• Serve as a senior technical expert, supporting projects across Tennessee, Virginia, and the broader tri-state region.

Why Join Us?

• Established, Multi-Disciplinary Firm – Work with public and private sector clients on impactful projects.
• Exciting, Diverse Projects – Lead roadway, highway, and transportation infrastructure designs for DOT and local government clients.
• Career Growth & Leadership – Potential to step into a leadership role and mentor junior team members.
• Flexible Work Environment – Work primarily in the office, with options to work from home as needed.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package – 401(k) matching, health & dental insurance, professional development assistance, and more!

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Tennessee, Virginia, or a state with reciprocity.
• 10+ years of experience in roadway design and transportation engineering.
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal transportation regulations, specifications, and standards.
• Proficiency in Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders.
• Passion for mentoring and developing junior engineers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in traffic & transportation design, land development, stormwater management, and erosion control.
• Familiarity with Virginia stormwater regulations.
• Strong leadership potential with aspirations for higher-level roles.

About Thompson & Litton

In 1956, two engineers named William A. Thompson, Jr. and John W. Litton founded Thompson & Litton, Inc. on the belief of bringing strong professionalism, integrity, and undying commitment to client success to their local communities. Now,68 years later, this tradition remains at the heart of everything we do. We take great pride in our team, whose dedication and expertise enable us to consistently deliver superior service to our clients. From our humble beginnings with a staff of seven, we have grown to nine offices, offering a comprehensive range of engineering, architectural, surveying, planning, and construction services. By always focusing on the future, we provide creative solutions with an emphasis on sustainability and the world around us. Today, we serve clients from our offices in Wise, Radford, Tazewell, and Chilhowie, Virginia; Mosheim, Bristol, and Johnson City, Tennessee; and Princeton, West Virginia. Our diverse staff includes architects, engineers, surveyors, land-use planners, construction administrators, grant and financing specialists, and other support personnel. Each project we undertake is managed with integrity, insight, and innovation, ensuring tailore...d solutions for every client’s needs. At Thompson & Litton, we are more than just a design firm—we are a trusted partner. Guided by the same principles instilled over 65 years ago, we remain committed to our mission in collaborating with each client to anticipate project needs, provide customized services, and deliver exceptional results that make a positive impact on the communities we serve. Thompson & Litton, Inc. 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 our Human Resources department at (276) 328-2161.

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