Traffic Engineer

As a Traffic Engineer , you'll play a pivotal role in designing, analyzing, and optimizing traffic flow for the future. You'll collaborate with a team of brilliant minds, utilizing your expertise to create innovative strategies that alleviate congestion, improve safety, and enhance the overall driving experience.

From working on high-profile infrastructure projects to integrating the latest technologies, you'll have the chance to make a real impact on the way people move through the region.

Traffic Engineer Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement traffic management plans that address the unique needs of the PNW's diverse roadways and transportation systems.
• Conduct thorough traffic impact assessments for new developments, ensuring compliance with local regulations and sustainable growth principles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate smart transportation technologies, such as intelligent traffic signals and real-time traffic monitoring systems.
• Analyze traffic data, identify patterns, and propose data-driven solutions to enhance traffic flow, reduce congestion, and improve safety.
• Design and optimize signal timings, lane configurations, and intersection geometries to maximize efficiency and minimize environmental impact.
• Participate in community engagement initiatives, presenting technical information to diverse audiences and gathering valuable insights.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements, contributing innovative ideas to drive our company's mission forward.

Traffic Engineer Qualifications :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in traffic engineering, including traffic impact analysis, signal design, and transportation planning.
• PE license is preferred, but not required.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools, such as Synchro / SimTraffic, and HCS Software
• Familiarity with Highway Capacity Manual, AASHTO and MUTCD
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex traffic data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage with colleagues, clients, and the community effectively.
• Passion for sustainable traffic and transportation solutions and a commitment to fostering positive change in the PNW region.

Why this opportunity?

• Well-established; been in business for over 50 years
• Multiple US offices
• Multidisciplinary firm
• Partnership track opportunity
• Profit sharing program, multiple bonus opportunities, 401k+ company match, generous PTO package, company paid health benefits, etc.
• Flex schedule and hybrid remote work option

ALL CONVERSATIONS ARE STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL

Please submit a resume for consideration. Only those qualified applicants with a provided resume will be contacted.

To confidentially discuss the next step in your career, I encourage you to contact me via email at jaclyn.reiseltgogpac or via call / text at 828-579-2542 .

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990.

We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.