Sr. Traffic Engineer

Fives

• $95K — $115K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering
  • 10+ years of traffic engineering experience, especially with ODOT projects
  • Ohio PE license required
  • Proficient in MicroStation; familiarity with AutoCAD/Civil 3D beneficial
  • Strong understanding of ODOT traffic standards and guidelines
  • Experience with traffic simulation software like HCS and Synchro
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and development of traffic engineering components ensuring compliance with ODOT standards
  • Conduct traffic impact, safety studies, signal optimization, and forecasting
  • Prepare technical reports, proposals, and construction cost estimates
  • Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and communication
  • Mentor junior staff and coordinate interdisciplinary efforts across regional offices
  • Collaborate with clients, local agencies, and contractors to develop solutions

Benefits

  • Opportunities for mentorship and professional development
  • Collaborative work environment across multiple states
  • Involvement in diverse projects that impact community infrastructure
  • Chance to work with cutting-edge traffic engineering technologies
  • Flexible travel opportunities to various project sites
Full Job Description
Primary Functions
  • Lead the design and development of traffic engineering components, including maintenance of traffic (MOT) plans, signing and pavement marking layouts, and traffic signal and roadway lighting systems, ensuring compliance with ODOT standards, the Ohio Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (OMUTCD), and applicable design guidelines.
  • Conduct traffic impact studies, safety studies, signal optimization, and traffic forecasting.
  • Prepare technical reports, proposals, and construction cost estimates.
  • Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and communication.
  • Mentor and support junior staff; coordinate with other disciplines and regional offices (OH, MI, IN).
  • Collaborate with clients, local agencies, and contractors to deliver high-quality solutions.

Minimum Physical Requirements
Occasionally exposed to light lifting, sitting, and walking. May perform duties in the field and will be required to access and maneuver around project sites and use a computer. Capable of traveling to and from projects is occasionally required. Ability to use equipment for communication and documentation purposes. Visual acuity to perform responsibilities.

Desired Education
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Experience & Skills:
  • 10+ years of experience in traffic engineering, including ODOT-related projects.
  • Ohio PE license required.
  • Proficiency in MicroStation; experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D is a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of ODOT traffic standards and guidelines.
  • Experience with Highway Capacity Software (HCS), Synchro; TransModeler is a plus.
  • Familiarity with ITE Trip Generation Manual, complex MOT design, and traffic studies.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience with ITS and highway lighting design is a plus.

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