Electrical Engineer – Traffic Signals, Roadway Lighting, and Signing

HMB Professional Engineers, LLC; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in Traffic Signals, Roadway Lighting, and Signing to join their Nashville team. The role involves planning, designing, and managing critical transportation projects that enhance safety and efficiency on highways and urban streets. Applicants should have at least three years of relevant experience and a background in highway infrastructure. Join a dynamic team where innovation is encouraged, and enjoy a range of benefits, including a flexible work schedule and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Excellent compensation package

Flexible work schedule

Competitive holiday and paid-time-off programs

401(k) Plan and Match

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Company-furnished life insurance

Short and Long-term Disability

Parental Leave

Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Account

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Design and develop systems for traffic signals and roadway lighting.
• Prepare and review plans and specifications for transportation infrastructure projects.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Skills

Traffic signal design

Roadway lighting

Project management

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

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Description

HMB is seeking an experienced and motivated

Department: Transportation

Location: Nashville, TN

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
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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