Lead Traffic Project Engineer

HNTB; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB in Plano, TX is seeking a driven traffic engineering professional to manage projects and programs from local agencies to large‑scale efforts. The role includes coordinating with clients, mentoring junior staff, and leading technical production for traffic studies across multiple clients.

Required are a Bachelor's in Engineering (6+ years) or higher with related experience; proficiency in Synchro, HCS, VISSIM and safety tools; PE certification preferred. Visa sponsorship is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 6+ years of relevant experience OR Master’s with 5+ years; PhD with 4+ years.
• Experience with traffic analysis tools and safety analysis tools.
• Strong coordination across disciplines and with clients.

Responsibilities

• Plan and distribute discipline‑specific work on schedule and budget.
• Assist in marketing responsibilities, including proposal generation.
• Develop scope of work and level of effort for projects.
• Oversee completeness and accuracy of the team’s work and mentor staff.
• Coordinate technical aspects with client counterparts and partners.
• Work with multiple disciplines on multi‑discipline projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Client engagement

Mentor staff

Cross-discipline coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

Synchro

HCS

VISSIM

HSM spreadsheets

ISATe

IHSDM

Job description

HNTB in Plano, TX is seeking a driven traffic engineering professional to manage projects and programs from local agencies to large‑scale efforts. The role includes coordinating with clients, mentoring junior staff, and leading technical production for traffic studies across multiple clients.

Required are a Bachelor's in Engineering (6+ years) or higher with related experience; proficiency in Synchro, HCS, VISSIM and safety tools; PE certification preferred. Visa sponsorship is available.