Parsons

Traffic Engineer

Parsons$63K — $111K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in traffic engineering or transportation planning.
  • Basic knowledge of traffic engineering and CAD software, such as Synchro, Sidra, HCS, or MicroStation; proficiency in Excel.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Ability to research and learn innovative solutions and best practices in the industry.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in various traffic engineering tasks, including studies and analyses.
  • Analyze crash data and develop safety improvement recommendations.
  • Design traffic control plans and signal timing under supervision.
  • Apply engineering principles to produce high-quality deliverables.
  • Provide engineering support on diverse projects as needed.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Flexible work schedules to accommodate personal needs.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Parsons has a great career opportunity for a Traffic Engineer to join our growing team. Leveraging Parsons' extensive expertise and your engineering knowledge, this role offers clear opportunities for professional growth and advancement. We value versatile, motivated engineers who thrive in collaborative, team-oriented environments and possess strong analytical and communication skills.

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Assists in a variety of traffic engineering work including traffic impact analyses, traffic forecasting studies, roundabout feasibility studies, parking studies, signal timing studies, access management studies, intersection safety analyses, operational studies, and corridor studies.
  • Analyze crash data and develop safety improvement recommendations under supervision.
  • Design traffic control plans, signal timing, signing, markings, quantity take-offs and estimates under supervision.
  • Apply fundamental engineering principles to produce high-quality traffic engineering deliverables that meet client expectations.
  • Provide engineering support on various projects and tasks as needed.


What Required Skills You'll Bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in traffic engineering or transportation planning.
  • Basic knowledge and skill with traffic engineering and CAD software, such as Synchro, Sidra, HCS, or MicroStation. Proficiency in Excel.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Ability to research and learn innovative solutions and best practices in industry.


What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
  • Internship, co-op, or work experience in traffic or transportation engineering.
  • Familiarity with Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) and Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
  • Familiarity with Georgia DOT policies and procedures.
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
  • Knowledge of traffic safety principles and procedures


Security Clearance Requirement:
None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

Salary Range: $63,600.00 - $111,300.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

About Parsons

Parsons Corporation is a technology-driven engineering services firm with more than 70 years of experience in the engineering, construction, technical, and professional services industries. The corporation is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Learn more about Parsons
Size
15,500 employees
Market Cap
$4.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$98.5 million
Founded
1944
5 Year Trend
+3.8%
Revenue
$3.9 billion
NASDAQ

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