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Wallace Group

Engineering and planning consultancy

Transportation Engineer 1

Full-TimeUpdated
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
San Luis Obispo, CA, USA
HybridWork in the office at least three days per week.
Architecture & Civil EngineeringTransportation Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field is required.
  • Current California registration as a licensed Professional Engineer is required.
  • At least three years of qualifying transportation design engineering experience is required, including experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Caltrans standards, with progressively developing technical skills and knowledge in delivering plans, specifications, and estimates.
  • Experience preparing preliminary design reports, design plans, specifications, quantities, and estimates using Caltrans and local agency standards is required.
  • Familiarity with transportation design standards and guidance, including the Caltrans Highway Design Manual, Project Development Procedures Manual, CT Standard Plans, California Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and AASHTO Greenbook, is expected.
  • Proficiency preparing plan sets using AutoCAD Civil 3D is expected.
  • The candidate must be able to communicate professionally with coworkers and clients.
  • The candidate must demonstrate attention to detail and self-motivation.
Responsibilities
  • Assist the Project Manager in developing designs for transportation projects on local roadways and state highways.
  • Prepare design concepts and reports, and develop plans, specifications, and estimates construction documents; support construction.
  • Coordinate with team members and interact with clients, agency staff, and other consultants under the direction of the Project Manager.
  • Understand and comply with project scopes, budgets, and schedules.
  • Provide training to junior staff in technical skills.
  • Work in the office at least three days per week to facilitate teamwork, training, and mentorship.

About the company

Wallace Group is a multidisciplinary engineering and planning consultancy. The company provides civil and structural engineering, surveying, planning, landscape architecture, water resources, and construction support. It serves public agencies, developers, institutions, and property owners. Its operating model centers on project teams coordinating technical design, permitting, stakeholder needs, and field delivery. Teams work across engineering, surveying, planning, landscape architecture, inspection, project management, and administration. The organization combines built-environment consulting expertise with practical delivery for public and private clients.

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Waitoa, New Zealand

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What believers are saying

  • Kari Wagner became COO in February 2026, signaling management continuity and succession.
  • Greg Hulburd became water resources director in January 2026, strengthening a core growth practice.
  • Current projects include Avila Beach Drive, Laguna Lake Dog Park, and desalination rehabilitation.

What critics are saying

  • Founder John L. Wallace faced felony conflict-of-interest charges, with court hearings continuing in 2026.
  • Public scrutiny from SLO County contract awards can damage municipal trust and future bids.
  • Heavy dependence on California public infrastructure budgets exposes revenue to procurement delays and election cycles.

What makes Wallace Group unique

  • 100% employee-owned since 2026, aligning incentives across San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Salinas.
  • Central Coast specialization spans civil, transportation, water, surveying, GIS, and landscape architecture.
  • Golden Hill Union Road won ITE's 2024 Unusual Roundabouts Award in 2026.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Vacation