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Transportation Engineers
O*NET 17-2051.01 · SOC 17-2051
Projected Growth
+5%
2024–2034
Median Salary
$96k
per year
Annual Openings
24k
positions/year
Education Level
Zone 4
Considerable preparation needed (bachelor's degree)
Education & How to Get In
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Job Zone 4
Considerable preparation needed (bachelor's degree)
A bachelor's degree is the standard entry point for Transportation Engineers roles. Related majors and internship experience during college significantly improve your chances. Many employers also value relevant certifications or project portfolios alongside the degree.
Work Environment
Primary Setting
Hands-on — labs, workshops, or field sites
Work Style
Mixed — alternates between solo focused work and collaboration
Personality Fit (RIASEC)
Realistic (Doers)5.4
Investigative (Thinkers)5.1
Conventional (Organizers)4.4
Enterprising (Persuaders)3.1
Artistic (Creators)2.1
Social (Helpers)2.0
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