Retired from the military - top 20 jobs

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Transportation Engineer

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	Salary	Total compensation (includes bonus)
Median Pay: $95,300
Most people make: 90% in this job make more than:	$87,900	$87,900
Top earners: 10% in this job make more than:	$102,600	$102,600

10-year Job Growth: 17%
Growth in Jobs	39,165
Total openings	76,983

Career Description

Oversees personnel responsible for the design and planning of transportation facilities and projects. Propose changes to existing roadways to improve the flow of traffic.

Education/Experience

May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 8-10 years of experience in the field. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department.

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