Traffic Engineer

About the role

Do you have a firm understanding of traffic engineering principles and enjoy solving today’s mobility challenges? Do you have project-related experience with traffic signal design plans, traffic signal timing, corridor studies, traffic impact studies, traffic operation studies, traffic control plans, traffic simulation modeling, and safety studies AND a working knowledge of the latest traffic engineering and simulation programs such as HCS, Synchro, PTV Vistro/Vissim and SIDRA?

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement traffic signal designs and timing plans.
• Conduct traffic impact and operation studies to evaluate the effects of proposed changes on traffic flow.
• Prepare traffic simulation models to predict the impacts of proposed changes on traffic conditions.
• Coordinate with other engineers and departments to ensure compliance with traffic engineering standards and regulations.
• Manage and assist in the production of design deliverables using MicroStation and other design platforms.
• Use GIS data visualization tools to support traffic engineering projects.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand project requirements and provide technical solutions.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations related to traffic engineering projects.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and guidelines during all phases of the project.

Requirements

• BSCE from an ABET-accredited university.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Tennessee or the ability to obtain your Tennessee PE within 6 months.
• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE), preferred.
• Experience working on projects for the Tennessee Department of Transportation, preferred.
• 5+ years of experience with progressive traffic/transportation experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency with traffic engineering software such as HCS, Synchro, PTV Vistro/Vissim, and SIDRA.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellence in team collaboration and relationship building skills.

Skills

• Knowledge of traffic engineering principles and practices.
• Experience with traffic signal design and timing.
• Ability to conduct traffic impact and operation studies.
• Proficiency with traffic simulation modeling software.
• Experience with GIS data visualization tools.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Benefits

Neel-Schaffer offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits that include health insurance and a matching 401(k) savings plan.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Neel-Schaffer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.