Engineer III

Please complete the application in its entirety. Include all previous employment so that it may be taken into consideration. Please include a resume attachment with submittal of your application. Resume should document months and years with your dates of employment. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received before the closing date and time listed.

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The Engineer III supports the development and implementation of transit improvement projects. This position develops cost estimates and schedules, performs engineering calculations and designs, conducts technical studies, supports communication efforts, reviews designs and construction activities, and contributes to all aspects of project delivery while working with staff and consultants.

Competency

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages consultant design contracts and construction contracts, including assignment of work, review of project progress, and monitoring budget and schedules.
• Supports all phases of project delivery, including planning, design, and construction.
• Oversees and directs technical studies for the selection and implementation of projects. These studies may include site planning, agency design development, drainage and hydraulic studies, structural analysis, traffic engineering, and construction planning.
• Coordinates projects with local, state, regional, and federal agencies to ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Prepares Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Invitations for Bids (IFBs).
• Coordinates design and construction activities, status updates, and documentation with internal stakeholders, including program controls, to support investment tracking and reporting.
• Participates in community engagement efforts, including providing public presentations, to address community, business, and neighborhood concerns.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of division goals and objectives; including supporting RTD’s goals for diversity and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program participation.
  
  
  

Other

All other job-related duties, as assigned.

Required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• A minimum of five (5) years of direct experience in the design and construction of transit and transportation projects with exposure to multiple civil engineering disciplines.all aspects of civil engineering.
• Proficiency in civil engineering principles related to public infrastructure design and construction, , including grading, drainage, utilities, roadways, track, stations, structures, and understanding of the integration of system elements into the civil design.
• Knowledge of applicable local, state, regional, and federal regulations, codes, and standards.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as required to support project needs.
• Possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license and a motor vehicle record that meets RTD driving standards.
  
  
  

Preferred

• Experience working in a public agency, transit, or highly regulated environment.
• Experience coordinating with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with project delivery methods
  
  
  

OR

An Equivalent Combination Of Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• The employee is expected to work outdoors exposed to wet and/or humid, cold, hot and windy conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; explosives and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
  
  
  

Career Map

Based on job performance, experience, education and position availability the next step on the career map for this position may be:

Engineer IV

We are considering all applications for this position up until the position close date of 5/14/2026 at 11:59PM. For consideration, please be sure to apply before the posting end date.

Pay Range

$84,407.00 - $119,224.25 Annual

EEO POLICY AND ADA ACCOMMODATIONS

RTD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless to the race, sex, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. RTD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, promotions, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our Employment ADA Coordinator Kris Frazier at adarequests@rtd-denver.com, or the Talent Acquisition team rtd.ta@rtd-denver.com.

To learn more or see our EEO policy, please visit our EEO page at: https://www.rtd-denver.com/open-records/reports-and-policies/eeo-policy

RTD posts a compensation range that represents a good faith estimate of what RTD anticipates paying for the position at the time of posting. Starting salary is based on the candidate’s relevant and verified education, training and work experience. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application.