Traffic Engineer
Our client, a respected engineering firm, is seeking a Traffic Engineer to support traffic studies, signal design, and transportation planning projects across North Carolina. This is a great opportunity for a motivated professional with 2+ years of experience who is ready to contribute to impactful infrastructure solutions and grow within a collaborative team.
The Traffic Engineer will be responsible for:
- Performing traffic impact studies, signal warrant analyses, and corridor evaluations
- Designing traffic signals, signing, and pavement markings
- Conducting capacity analysis using Synchro, HCS, and other modeling tools
- Preparing technical reports, plans, and specifications
- Coordinating with NCDOT, municipalities, and private clients
- Supporting project scoping, budgeting, and scheduling
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across the firm
- Assisting with proposal development and client presentations
The ideal candidate will have:
- At least 2 years of traffic engineering experience
- Strong knowledge of traffic analysis methods and design standards
- Proficiency in Synchro, HCS, and AutoCAD/MicroStation
- Familiarity with NCDOT standards and procedures
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in North Carolina (or ability to obtain) preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Benefits include but are not limited to:
- Competitive salary with annual performance-based bonuses
- 6% match on 401(k)
- 25 days of paid time off
- Company vehicle (take-home option if needed)
- Time and a half for overtime
- Company-provided cell phone
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Life and disability insurance
- Professional development and certification reimbursement
- Flexible work schedules depending on project needs (fully remote mostly)
- Supportive team culture with opportunities for advancement
Ready to take the next step?
Apply now to join a respected firm where your traffic expertise helps shape safer, smarter transportation systems in North Carolina. We look forward to hearing from you!
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