Mid-Level Traffic Engineer, Professional Engineer - Signals, ITS, and Lighting

CME Associates; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) with match

Professional development

Job summary

Horrocks is seeking a mid-level Traffic Engineer to support planning, design, and delivery of transportation projects across Utah and the western US. You will work with senior engineers, project managers, and clients to deliver safe and efficient traffic, signal, ITS, and lighting solutions.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of experience, a PE or the ability to obtain one, and familiarity with MUTCD and AASHTO standards. The role offers growth opportunities and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 4+ years of professional experience in traffic or transportation engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.
• Experience on ITS, traffic signal, and roadway lighting projects.
• Working knowledge of MUTCD, FHWA guidance, AASHTO standards, and DOT design criteria.
• Proficiency with Bentley OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Agi32, or similar design software.
• Experience with traffic analysis tools such as Synchro, SimTraffic, VISSIM, HCS, or SIDRA is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to manage multiple assignments and collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Perform traffic engineering analysis and design focusing on ITS, signals, and roadway lighting.
• Prepare detailed plans, specs, cost estimates, technical memoranda, and reports.
• Design traffic signal layouts, timing plans, and interconnect systems per standards.
• Develop roadway and intersection lighting designs with photometric calculations.
• Support PMs with task coordination, scheduling, and budget tracking.
• Independently complete primary design elements for engineering works.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, agencies, and utilities.
• Apply MUTCD, FHWA, AASHTO standards throughout project development.
• Participate in client and agency meetings and contribute to technical discussions.
• Support QA/QC reviews and ensure deliverables are accurate.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Project coordination

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Bentley OpenRoads

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Agi32

Synchro

SimTraffic

VISSIM

Job description

Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates

Unmatched Comp Time Policy:

Hours worked over 40 in a week can be reimbursed as additional pay at an equivalent hourly rate or banked as additional PTO.

At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from companies with values, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we live and work.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated mid-level Traffic Engineer specializing in traffic signals, street lighting, and/or Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) to support the planning, design, and delivery of transportation projects. This role is ideal for an engineer with 4+ years of experience who is ready to expand technical depth, take ownership of complex design tasks, and contribute meaningfully to project success.

The Traffic Engineer will work closely with senior engineers, project managers, and clients to deliver thoughtful, high-quality traffic, signal, ITS, and roadway lighting solutions that improve safety and mobility for communities.

This position will mainly support our Utah offices but will have opportunities to support other offices throughout the western region of the United States on larger projects.

What are the core responsibilities for the role?

• Perform traffic engineering analysis and design with a focus on ITS, traffic signal systems, and roadway lighting
• Prepare detailed plans, specifications, cost estimates, technical memoranda, and reports
• Design traffic signal layouts, timing plans, and interconnect systems in accordance with agency standards
• Develop roadway and intersection lighting designs, including layout and photometric calculations
• Support project managers with task-level coordination, scheduling, and budget tracking
• Independently perform all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering works
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, agencies, and utilities to advance project delivery
• Apply MUTCD, FHWA, AASHTO, and state and local DOT standards throughout project development
• Participate in meetings with clients and agencies and contribute to technical discussions and presentations
• Support quality control reviews, respond to comments, and ensure accurate, complete deliverables

Qualifications, Skills, And Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• 4+ years of professional experience in traffic or transportation engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe
• Demonstrated experience working on ITS, traffic signal, and roadway lighting projects
• Working knowledge of MUTCD, FHWA guidance, AASHTO standards, and DOT design criteria
• Proficiency with Bentley OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Agi32, or similar design software
• Experience with traffic analysis tools such as Synchro, SimTraffic, VISSIM, HCS, or SIDRA is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively within a team environment

Why would a candidate want this job?

At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
• Professional development opportunities including in-house training
• Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure
• As part of our investment in top talent, this role is eligible for a sign-on bonus

For more information, visit our website at www.horrocks.com

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status