Engineer-in-Training - Traffic

KCI Technologies, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI Technologies, Inc. in Nashville, TN, is seeking an Engineer-in-Training - Traffic to join our traffic engineering team. You will work on public and private sector projects, including traffic modeling, signal design, ITS, and corridor studies, under supervision.

The ideal candidate has a B.S.C.E. degree, is EIT certified (PE preferred), and familiar with AASHTO Green Book and MUTCD. Strong communication and teamwork are essential as you develop professionally within our employee-owned firm.

Qualifications

• B.S.C.E. degree required.
• E.I.T. certification required; P.E. preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare traffic signal, pavement marking, signing, lighting, and maintenance of traffic plans.
• Prepare ITS design.
• Perform data collection.
• Perform traffic impact analyses.
• Prepare traffic and safety studies.
• Perform traffic analyses.
• Perform transportation planning studies.
• Prepare quantity and cost estimates.
• Prepare written reports.

Skills

Strong verbal and written comms

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

B.S.C.E. degree

E.I.T. certification

ABET-Accredited program

Tools

MicroStation

OPEN ROADS

HCS

SYNCHRO

SIM-TRAFFIC

Vistro

VISSIM

SIDRA

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Engineer-in-Training - Traffic

Job Locations

US-TN-Nashville

Details

• ID: 2026-8090
• Category: Engineering
• Type: Full-Time Regular - 40 hours
• Posted Date: 10 minutes ago (9/14/2026 11:10 AM)

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we're building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee's have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

KCI

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

This is a position for a traffic engineer with 2 or more years of relevant experience to work on public and private sector traffic engineering projects. Typical assignments will include traffic modeling, traffic impact analysis reports, traffic signal design, signal timing plans, intelligent transportation systems (ITS) design, signing and striping plans, and corridor studies.

Duties would include the following:

• Prepare traffic signal, pavement marking, signing, lighting, and maintenance of traffic plans
• Prepare Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) design
• Perform data collection
• Perform traffic impact analyses
• Prepare traffic and safety studies
• Perform traffic analyses
• Perform transportation planning studies
• Prepare quantity and cost estimates
• Prepare written reports

The most qualified candidate will possess the following skills, experience and attributes:

• B.S.C.E. degree required
• E.I.T. certification required; P.E. preferred
• Familiarity with standard references such as the AASHTO Green Book, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, the Highway Safety Manual and the Highway Capacity Manual
• Familiarity with GDOT design standards and guidelines
• Computer skills including training in CADD (MICROSTATION, OPEN ROADS), HCS, SYNCHRO/SIM-TRAFFIC, Vistro, VISSIM, SIDRA, Microsoft WORD and Microsoft EXCEL
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

* Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Education and/or Skills Required:

• 0-2 Years of experience
• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-Accredited Program
• General knowledge of required design software (MicroStation, AutoCAD, Revit)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good communication and technical writing skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically.

Education and/or Work Experience Preferred:

• Previous internships or work experience in the Engineering field.

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:

• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to maintain required certifications

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Preferred:

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.