Electrical Engineer – Traffic Signals, Roadway Lighting, and Signing

Mannik Smith Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Nashville is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in Traffic Signals, Roadway Lighting, and Signing. This role involves planning, designing, and managing critical traffic systems to enhance safety and efficiency on highways and urban streets. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovative solutions that positively impact community infrastructure.

Benefits

Excellent compensation package

Flexible work schedule

Hybrid work schedule

401(k) Plan and Match

Competitive health, vision, and dental insurance premiums

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in roadway and highway infrastructure design.
• PE license preferred.
• Strong knowledge of applicable electrical standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop systems for traffic signals and roadway lighting.
• Prepare plans and specifications for infrastructure projects.
• Perform field investigations and coordinate utility service requests.

Skills

Traffic signals

Roadway lighting

Project management

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads

Photometric analysis software

Job description

Electrical Engineer – Traffic Signals, Roadway Lighting, and Signing

Department: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Nashville, TN

Reporting To: Wes Mattingly

Description

HMB is seeking an experienced and motivated Electrical Engineer – Traffic Signals, Roadway Lighting, and Signing with a strong background in highway infrastructure to join our growing team. This role focuses on the planning, design, and management of systems related to traffic signals, roadway lighting, signing, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). You'll play a key part in delivering high-impact transportation projects that improve safety and efficiency across highways, interchanges, and urban streets.

We believe in empowering professionals through a dynamic, engaging work environment that encourages innovation and excellence every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop systems for traffic signals, roadway lighting, signing, and ITS.
• Prepare and review plans, specifications, cost estimates, and bid documents for transportation infrastructure projects.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, including the NEC, AASHTO, MUTCD, FHWA, and local DOT guidelines.
• Perform field investigations and site assessments; conduct lighting analyses, including photometric and voltage drop calculations.
• Coordinate utility service requests and ensure compliance with power company requirements for new installations and system upgrades.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders, including DOT personnel, contractors, and urban planners.
• Provide technical support during construction and perform inspections and quality control for electrical systems.
• Produce high-quality design documents using tools such as MicroStation, OpenRoads, AGi32, and Visual Lighting.
• Participate in environmental and safety reviews for lighting and electrical installations.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies, including solar lighting, smart signage, and LED retrofit strategies.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• PE (Professional Engineer) license preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in roadway and highway infrastructure design.
• Strong knowledge of highway lighting, traffic signals, and applicable electrical standards.
• Proficiency with design tools such as MicroStation, OpenRoads, and photometric analysis software.
• Familiarity with transportation project delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
  
  

Benefits

• Excellent compensation package
• Flexible work schedule
• Ability to work hybrid work schedule
• Competitive holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Competitive health, vision and dental insurance premiums
• Company-furnished life insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Parental Leave
• Variety of voluntary benefit options
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account
• and More