Civil Engineer - Highway/Traffic Investigator

Robson Forensic, Inc.; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Robson Forensic, Inc. is seeking a seasoned P.E. with a B.S. in Civil Engineering and over 10 years of direct experience in highway engineering design. This role involves investigating traffic incidents, analyzing design procedures, and delivering expert reports. The successful candidate will be trained to become a forensic expert in the field.

The position primarily requires strong analytical and communication skills while allowing for continuous professional growth and opportunities to make a tangible impact in the field.

Qualifications

• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in highway/traffic engineering.
• Broad understanding of highway/roadway design and safety.

Responsibilities

• Investigate highway/traffic engineering incidents.
• Analyze highway/traffic design procedures.
• Write clear, scientifically sound reports.
• Provide expert testimony.

Skills

Excellent technical skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Ability to translate technical findings

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Job description

You are a P.E. with a B.S. in Civil Engineering and 10+ years of hands-on Highway Engineering Design experience. You have a broad understanding of highway/roadway design and safety.

You are already an expert. Robson Forensic will train you to be a forensic expert.

Responsibilities

• Investigate highway/traffic engineering incidents.
• Analyze highway/traffic design procedures, applying your comprehensive knowledge of standards and practices.
• Write clear, scientifically sound reports.
• Provide expert testimony.

Role Overview

You will delve into the "why" behind incidents, critically assessing decision‑making, operational procedures, and the standard of care. This role offers you a chance to:

• Use your cumulative training, experience, and critical thinking skills.
• Collaborate with highly respected experts.
• Continuously learn and grow.
• Make a tangible difference.

Locations

Miami Lakes/Palm Beach Gardens, FL; Atlanta, GA; Las Vegas, NV; Dublin, OH; Lancaster, PA; & Dallas/Fort Worth/Irving, TX

Requirements

• Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Education: B.S. in Civil Engineering.
• Experience: 10+ years of hands‑on experience (including DOT experience) in highway/traffic engineering [geometric design, access/egress design, highway/roadway safety features (signing, striping, lighting, guardrail, barriers, clear zones, etc.), intersection design, signal design/maintenance, fieldwork analyses, field engineering studies, & incident/claims investigations.].
• Additional Experience a Plus: Some experience in highway/roadway maintenance, construction management, construction inspection, materials testing, residential or commercial land development, stormwater systems design, parking lot design, and/or crash investigation/reconstruction.
• Knowledge: Broad understanding of highway/roadway design and safety.
• Skills: Excellent technical, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Aptitude: Strong ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, objective evidence for non-technical audiences.
• Work Style: Roughly 20% travel for inspections; the remainder is focused on analysis and report drafting, working independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Prior forensic experience is not required. We seek professionals eager to apply their deep industry knowledge to a challenging new domain.
• Must have a clean background screen, a driver’s license, and the ability to drive.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.