Traffic Project Engineer

About the role

We are currently searching for an experienced Traffic Project Engineer to support our Gulf Region located in Brentwood/Nashville, Knoxville, or Chattanooga, TN. Candidates must be willing to relocate to Tennessee if out of state.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical reports for traffic impact studies, interchange access requests, or safety studies
• Manage the development of traffic impact studies, land use planning, master plan studies, traffic signal warrant studies, bikeway planning and design, community and campus planning, technical report writing
• Create traffic signal design plans for new intersections and signal modifications to facilitate multimodal accommodations
• Develop temporary traffic control plans (TMP), traffic management plans (TMP), and signage, pavement marking plans
• Design Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) plans
• Assist in developing conceptual intersection layouts, schematics, signal timings, and engineering reports
• Work on detailed engineering assignments including calculations and relatively standard work activities
• Adjust and correlate data, recognize discrepancies in results, identify and analyze problems, apply standard practices and techniques to accomplish work assignments
• Understand and adhere to assigned phase and task schedules and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of project
• Adhere to company standards for quality assurance and quality control as defined in the quality manual

Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
• 8-12 years relevant experience in traffic engineering
• TDOT experience is preferred but not required
• PE is required (Tennessee PE preferred)
• PTP or PTOE is desired but not required
• Proven skills in meeting DOT expectations, schedules, and budgets
• Knowledge in transportation planning, including comprehensive corridor analysis, DOT local programs, public involvement, safety and access, pedestrian and bicycle planning, multimodal planning, and traffic operations
• Familiarity with DOT traffic design standards, MUTCD, and AASHTO
• Proficiency in traffic analyses software such as VISSIM, Synchro/Simtraffic, Sidra Intersection, HCS
• Proficiency with OpenRoads Designer desired but not required
• ITE membership will be preferred, if not already a member
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment
• Valid driver’s license
• A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Qualifications

• Must have proven skills in meeting DOT expectations, schedules, and budgets
• Knowledge in transportation planning, including comprehensive corridor analysis, DOT local programs, public involvement, safety and access, pedestrian and bicycle planning, multimodal planning, and traffic operations
• Familiarity with DOT traffic design standards, MUTCD, and AASHTO
• Proficiency in traffic analyses software such as VISSIM, Synchro/Simtraffic, Sidra Intersection, HCS
• Proficiency with OpenRoads Designer desired but not required
• ITE membership will be preferred, if not already a member

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with project management tools and software

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer-paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

Pay

Compensation details are confidential and will be discussed during the interview process.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible and will be discussed during the interview process.

Company Information

Volkert is employee-owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.

Key Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer-paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

Volkert is an equal opportunity employer and does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services. Tennessee