Burgess & Niple

Traffic Engineer, PE

Burgess & Niple$80K — $95K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration in the state of employment; PTOE preferred
  • 4-10 years of experience in traffic design for state and municipal projects
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, MicroStation, AutoCAD Civil 3D; knowledge of AGI32 and Synchro is a plus
  • Demonstrated adaptability, self-motivation, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to lead and mentor junior engineers in a collaborative environment

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily traffic design project production for state DOTs and local municipalities
  • Lead project deliverables alongside the project team, ensuring objectives are met
  • Conduct traffic studies and capacity analysis efficiently
  • Prepare and review accurate cost estimates for traffic-related components
  • Manage project drawings using MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
  • Ensure quality control of plans, specifications, and project deliverables
  • Engage in business development efforts by connecting with industry contacts and exploring marketing opportunities
  • Participate actively in project meetings and communication with clients

Benefits

  • Opportunity to take the lead on impactful projects for state DOTs and municipalities
  • Mentorship role with junior engineers, promoting professional development
  • Direct engagement with clients and industry contacts
  • Involvement in business development and firm growth
  • Flexible work environment that supports adaptability and innovation
Full Job Description
Join our traffic engineering team and take the lead on meaningful projects for state DOTs and local municipalities. As a Traffic Engineer PE, you'll own the full project lifecycle across traffic studies and analysis, signal and ITS design, streetlight design, signing and pavement marking design, and maintenance of traffic, while mentoring junior engineers and maintaining quality, schedule, and budget. Beyond the technical work, you'll engage directly with clients and industry contacts, contributing to business development and firm growth.

What You'll Do
  • Oversee day-to-day production of traffic design projects, signals, signing and pavement markings, and traffic control, for state DOTs and local municipalities
  • Lead and develop project deliverables in collaboration with the project team, meeting objectives and schedules
  • Lead traffic studies and capacity analysis projects
  • Prepare and review cost estimates for traffic-related project components
  • Manage and coordinate project drawings using MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
  • Maintain quality control of plans, specifications, and deliverables
  • Mentor and lead junior engineers on design tasks
  • Support business development by engaging with industry contacts and identifying marketing opportunities
  • Participate in project meetings and client communications

Skills & Experience
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program required
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration in the state of employment, or ability to be registered with reciprocity; PTOE preferred
  • 4 - 10 years of related traffic design experience for state and municipal transportation clients
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation or OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D; experience with AGI32, Synchro, HCS, TransModeler, or Vissim a plus
  • Adaptable and self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset as well as a proactive approach to problem solving
  • Servant leader committed to fostering collaboration, innovation, and excellence while developing others

About Burgess & Niple

Burgess & Niple is an engineering and architecture firm that provides services in the areas of transportation, water, wastewater, site development, and architecture. The company was founded in 1912 and is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. Burgess & Niple has completed projects in all 50 states and several countries around the world. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the National Design-Build Award and the American Council of Engineering Companies' Grand Award.
Learn more about Burgess & Niple
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$10 million
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$110 million

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