Entry Level Traffic Engineer

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) is a 100% employee‑owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News‑Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms. This position is responsible for engineering traffic studies using general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate assignments with limited supervision, and acts as a technical advisor to less experienced engineers. Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g., H‑1B, F‑1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Responsibilities

• Perform field observation and collect traffic data
• Learn and become proficient in performing traffic analysis utilizing traffic software such as HCS and Synchro
• Conduct safety evaluations and crash assessments
• Develop solutions to mitigate traffic deficiencies
• Assist in the preparation of conceptual layouts depicting recommended improvements
• Prepare technical memorandums and reports associated with large and medium scale traffic studies
• Learn traffic control devices design that include signing, markings, signals, lighting, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) using CAD software
• Coordinate with internal team members to ensure project completion by the defined deadline and established quality
• Apply strong technical writing and analytical skills

Nonessential Functions

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an ABET‑accredited engineering program
• 0–5 years of experience
• Proficient in traffic analysis software such as HCS and Synchro
• Familiar with the Highway Capacity Manual and ITE Trip Generation Manual
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• EIT or PE license
• Familiar with MUTCD, AASHTO, and the Highway Safety Manual

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment. Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.