Senior Associate – Transportation Engineer

Senior Associate – Transportation Engineer (Civil Engineering – Municipal and Transportation Focus)
Toronto, ON

30 Forensic Engineering is one of Canada's largest and most respected multi-disciplinary forensic firms. Our core team of 100 professional investigators, engineering technicians and support staff is enhanced through relationships with some of the top scientists, standard-makers and specialized consultants in North America. We serve a wide variety of industries including: Transportation, Insurance, Manufacturing, Legal, Construction, Health Care, Commercial and Residential Property, Financial, Government, Hospitality, Mining, and Renewable Energy.

Purpose:

30 Forensic Engineering is seeking a Senior Associate to join our growing Transportation and Safety Engineering team in Toronto. This role is ideal for a seasoned transportation engineer with a passion for solving complex infrastructure challenges and improving public safety.

Reporting to the Vice President, Transportation and Safety Engineering, the successful candidate will contribute to a wide range of transportation and municipal engineering projects in both public and private sectors. The position involves consulting with clients, conducting site inspections, reviewing documentation, and delivering civil and forensic engineering services with a focus on:

• Roadway design and construction
• Roadway winter maintenance and planning
• Road safety audits and investigations

 Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage transportation engineering projects with a focus on municipal roads and safety
• Conduct detailed site/forensic examinations/investigations and technical analysis
• Lead forensic assessments related to road design, construction, winter maintenance, and road safety audits
• Providing expert analysis and recommendations in complex engineering assignments in road design, construction practices, and safety
• Perform road safety audits/investigations, collision analysis (vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists), and proactive safety reviews for municipal and highway road networks
• Review engineering drawings and specifications for compliance with transportation standards, regulations, and transportation/civil engineering guidelines
• Collaborate with clients, legal teams, and stakeholders to deliver clear, evidence-based insights and reports
• Act as Project Manager, ensuring timely delivery, quality control, and budget management
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and client presentations
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and technical oversight to junior and intermediate staff
• Attend and contribute to client, stakeholder, and public meetings
• Communicate technical findings and recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Support business development efforts by identifying private and public sector opportunities, preparing proposals, and maintaining strong client relationships
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil / Transportation Engineering or related field (Master's an asset)
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation
• 10+ years of progressive experience in transportation consulting engineering, with direct municipal and highways project experience strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of municipal transportation standards, policies, and approval processes
• Experience with municipal and highway road design-review/construction/maintenance, road safety audits/assessments, transportation master plans, traffic operations studies, active transportation, and transit infrastructure projects
• Strong project management, communication, and client engagement skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment while managing multiple assignments

What we offer:

• Competitive salary that is line with our defined pay structure
• Opportunity to earn annual bonus
• Flexible hours
• Hybrid remote work along with a variety of virtual and in-person events to help drive business and also connect with your colleagues
• Extended Health & Dental
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (for employee and dependents)
• Learning & Development
• Coverage of relevant certifications
• Wellness subsidy

Our Mission:

We are problem solvers. Together, our passionate and diverse professionals are relentless in their pursuit of the truth. We bring clarity to complex scientific problems to help our clients make decisions with confidence.

How we work:

Our corporate philosophy is based on providing an unparalleled combination of technical excellence, powerful reporting, and professional service. That, combined with our commitment to ethical practice, has quickly established us as the preeminent forensic firm in Canada servicing the legal and insurance industries. The firm is progressive in its management practices and is committed to implement systems and protocols that will support ongoing growth.

Our Process:

30 Forensic Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of gender identity or expression, race, ethnic origin, creed, place of origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, and any other category protected by law. Upon request we will provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities.

We believe in diversity and inclusivity and that is why our interview process is designed for a positive candidate experience and to ensure every candidate is evaluated equally. All applications will be reviewed from our Talent Team and the successful candidate(s) will go through the following recruitment process:

1. Recruiter Phone Interview
2. Hiring Manager(s) Interview
3. Team Interview

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply through our applicant tracking system -

We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those qualified for the position will be contacted