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Specialized Engineering Recruiting Firm — 45+ Years of Results
Tired of endless searches for the right engineering talent? Metro Associates is here to transform your recruiting and staffing process — with results you can count on.
For more than 45 years, our team has helped engineering firms, DOT agencies, and infrastructure companies hire qualified, licensed talent across the United States. As a specialized engineering recruiting firm, we know the industry inside and out — and we deliver candidates who fit your project, your culture, and your timeline.
About us
With Over 45 Years
DOT-Focused Engineering Staffing & Executive Search
Metro Associates is a nationally recognized engineering recruiting firm specializing in DOT staffing and executive search. We support state Departments of Transportation, municipal public works agencies, engineering consultancies, and federally funded infrastructure programs across the United States.
With more than four decades of combined experience, our leadership and recruiting teams deliver specialized transportation professionals. Every candidate we represent understands the operational, regulatory, and performance demands of publicly funded capital projects.
Transportation Engineering Roles We Place
Our DOT-focused recruiters place professionals across every major transportation discipline:
- Transportation Engineers
- Bridge & Structural Designers
- Roadway & Traffic Engineers
- CEI Inspectors
- Resident Engineers
- Construction Managers
- Project Controls Specialists
- Environmental Coordinators
- Executive-Level Program Leaders
Every professional is vetted for technical competency and proven experience with DOT specifications, FHWA standards, AASHTO guidelines, QA/QC protocols, and safety compliance. Our candidates understand the accountability, documentation, and stakeholder coordination required for successful public infrastructure delivery.
What Sets Metro Associates Apart
Practical expertise. Our recruiters include former engineers and military-trained talent acquisition specialists who bring firsthand knowledge of infrastructure operations and regulatory environments. We understand the real pace of transportation programs — from design-bid-build and design-build delivery to emergency response projects and long-term asset management.
Infrastructure Programs We Support
Our placements strengthen oversight, improve quality assurance, and reinforce safety compliance across major infrastructure initiatives, including:
- Bridge inspections and load ratings
- Highway expansions and roadway rehabilitations
- Transit corridor and rail infrastructure projects
- Multi-agency capital improvement programs
- Federally funded transportation initiatives
- Emergency response and asset management
The result: agencies stay on schedule, manage budgets responsibly, and deliver projects the public can rely on.
Diversity, Veterans & Workforce Excellence
Metro Associates is committed to diversity, inclusion, and workforce resilience. We actively recruit professionals from varied backgrounds — including veterans with engineering and leadership experience — helping agencies build teams that reflect the communities they serve.
We operate with integrity and accountability. Our mission is to strengthen America’s transportation infrastructure by connecting agencies with high-performing professionals who uphold safety and excellence at every phase of delivery.
1598+ Placed!
We have successfully placed candidates with great efficiency and professionalism. Our experts used an innovative, thorough approach to match the right candidates with the right job opportunities. Employers and candidates alike have benefited from our exceptional service. We are committed to continued excellence and appreciate your trust in us for your job placement needs. Thank you.
45+ Yrs. Experience!
Our experienced team is dedicated to finding the best-fit candidates for your job openings. Let us take the burden of recruitment off your plate with our professional and detail-oriented process. From entry-level roles to C-suite executives, we deliver optimal results. Contact us for expert talent acquisition services. Our clients trust us for our commitment to identifying and recruiting the very best.
157527+ Resumes onfile!
We appreciate your interest in us for employment and maintain a database of qualified candidates to quickly fill open positions. Our hiring process is thorough and we take pride in being a reliable employment partner. Thank you for considering us.
248+ Open Jobs!
There are job vacancies available, but we can't share all of them because some of our clients want to keep it private.
Career Opportunities in Engineering & Infrastructure
Advance your career with a recruiting partner that understands engineering.
Backed by a national network of hundreds of engineering firms and a global affiliate reach, Metro Associates connects qualified professionals with rewarding opportunities at top-tier DOT agencies, infrastructure consultancies, and AEC firms across the United States.
Our experienced recruiters specialize in placing licensed Professional Engineers (PE), CEI inspectors, project managers, and senior infrastructure leaders — and we work confidentially to protect your career interests at every step.
For Engineering Candidates
Looking for your next engineering role? You’re in the right place.
Metro Associates partners with award-winning client companies across the country — including DOT agencies, infrastructure consultancies, and top engineering firms. Whether you’re an entry-level engineer or a senior project manager, we’ll match you with opportunities that fit your skills, licensure, and career goals.
Submit your resume confidentially and gain access to:
- Exclusive engineering job openings not posted publicly
- Direct introductions to hiring managers at top firms
- Salary negotiation and career guidance from specialized recruiters
- Confidential career searches that protect your current position
Search Engineering Jobs Nationwide
Browse our full list of open engineering positions with leading firms across the United States.
Metro Associates posts openings from our award-winning client companies in transportation, civil, structural, water, MEP, and CEI disciplines. New roles are added regularly, including positions you won’t find on standard job boards.
Search current openings by:
- Engineering discipline (civil, transportation, structural, MEP)
- Location (NYC, Dallas, Orlando, Connecticut, and more)
- Experience level (EIT, PE, senior, executive)
- Project type (DOT, municipal, federal, private sector)
Specialized Engineering Recruiting Services
Backed by a deep national talent network and decades of recruiting expertise, we deliver qualified engineering professionals — quickly, reliably, and on your timeline.
Quality Services
Experienced Team
Rely on the expertise of our experienced team of recruitment professionals who place the best talent!
Top Talent
Specialize in getting top talent from your competitors. Senior Technical / Intelligence Recruiter Professional!
Diversity and Inclusion
Elevating the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace! There is absolutely no fee unless the candidate is hired!
Innovations!
Priority attention whenever you need us. Diversity and Inclusion behind these innovations!
Valuable Extension
We are a valuable extension of your team. Create by joining diverse and inclusive team resources!
Responsive Service
Quick responsive service. Harness the differences of your people with the ones that will excel!
Sustainability
Why we are the Best in Placement Services!
Faster Engineering Hiring, Backed by a 90-Day Guarantee
We’ve reduced sourcing and hiring time by up to 40% — without compromising on candidate quality.
At Metro Associates, our team-based recruiting approach speeds up screening and reference checks while keeping every placement closely monitored for performance. The result is a faster process, stronger hires, and complete confidence in every candidate we deliver.
Every engineer we place comes with a proven track record of success in their previous roles and strong endorsements from peers and supervisors. And to make your decision risk-free, every placement is backed by our:
- 90-Day Free Replacement Guarantee — if it’s not the right fit, we’ll replace the candidate at no cost
- Money-Back Guarantee — full refund option if we can’t deliver the right talent
- Performance Monitoring — we stay involved after placement to ensure long-term success
That’s the Metro Associates difference: faster hiring, vetted engineering talent, and zero risk.
Challenge: Find a Senior Software Developer
"Metro Associates presented fifteen pre-screened resumes, which resulted in five technical/management phone screenings with clients, out of which four candidates were able to make it for an in-person interview. The Senior Software Developer position was filled within four weeks."
Challenge: Find a General Manager with strong finance background
"Metro Associates conducted forty phone screens and scheduled six in-person interviews. Not only did the company hire the General Manager from the candidates presented, but it also hired another one of the six candidates presented."
Challenge: Find a high impact player that can lead the company's software development division
"One candidate from Metro Associates secured a full-time position due to their dedication and passion for work, leading them to make critical decisions that shape the future of the company. Hard work and persistence can lead to incredible success, inspiring others to reach for their dreams and become top decision-makers."
What Our Clients Say
Testimonials
Engineering Manager
A. Howard
"Metro Associates were a very quick and responsive service. They are one of the best providers, if not the best. We would highly recommend them to anyone."
Designer
N. Marshall
"Access a network of hundreds of national and global affiliates to meet your needs. Their specialized experience in hiring for multiple positions is remarkable. With this team, you can reach new heights, accomplish your goals, and turn your dreams into reality. Believe in yourself because with their support, anything is achievable."
Architect
E. Romero
"Take your recruitment skills to the next level with Metro Associates. Our expert team can help you cultivate a successful workforce that aligns with your goals and values. Let us help you achieve greatness today!"
Technical Manager
A. Smith
"Recently, Metro Associates placed exceptional candidates with remarkable satisfaction records, including the help of the former engineers and military recruiters they have on staff. Our candidate selection process is dedicated and successful. With these talented individuals, we should celebrate and strive for even greater success!"
