Hybrid Traffic Project Engineer — PE (TDOT Experience)

The Planet Group; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking a Traffic Project Engineer in Tennessee for a hybrid role based in Nashville, with flexible locations (Nashville, Memphis, Chattanooga). You will lead traffic studies, design traffic control devices, and collaborate with public agencies to deliver major projects.

You must hold a PE license in Tennessee, have at least five years of traffic engineering experience, and be comfortable using leading software tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Tennessee is required.
• Minimum five years of experience in traffic engineering.
• TDOT experience is a plus; PTOE certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic impact studies and corridor analyses to support planning and design.
• Design traffic control devices including signals, signs and pavement markings.
• Use traffic software to analyze flow and develop solutions.
• Prepare reports and presentations for clients and public meetings.
• Perform field data collection and evaluate traffic conditions.
• Collaborate with TDOT and local agencies for project success.
• Utilize OpenRoads Designer, MicroStation, and AutoCAD for design tasks.
• Ensure compliance with MUTCD, AASHTO, NACTO, and TDOT guidelines.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables with clear communication.

Skills

Data analysis

Visualization

Written and verbal communication

Project coordination

Reporting

PTOE certification (plus)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Synchro/SimTraffic

HCS

VISSIM

SIDRA

TransModeler

AutoTurn

OpenRoads Designer

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

The Planet Group is seeking a Traffic Project Engineer in Tennessee for a hybrid role based in Nashville, with flexible locations (Nashville, Memphis, Chattanooga). You will lead traffic studies, design traffic control devices, and collaborate with public agencies to deliver major projects.

You must hold a PE license in Tennessee, have at least five years of traffic engineering experience, and be comfortable using leading software tools.