Mid/Senior Level Traffic Engineer

Hanson Professional Services, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a mid to senior level Traffic Engineer to join their dynamic team in Indianapolis. The role involves leading traffic engineering projects, conducting analyses, and collaborating on innovative designs. Ideal candidates will have a degree in civil engineering and significant experience in traffic engineering.

Benefits

401(k) with matching

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Health & well-being plans

Performance bonuses

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive transportation or traffic engineering experience.
• Active Professional Engineers license in Indiana, Illinois, or Missouri.
• PTOE certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to complete traffic engineering and analysis tasks.
• Develop plans for traffic signals and safety improvements.
• Perform traffic analyses such as forecasting and impact analysis.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Traffic analysis

Communication

Relationship building

Education

BS or MS in civil engineering

Tools

Highway Capacity Software

Synchro

Vissim

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Excited to grow your career?

At Hanson Professional Services, Inc., we are committed to transforming communities through innovative engineering solutions. We are seeking a self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit to fill a full-time mid to senior level Traffic Engineer position in our Indianapolis, IN; St. Louis, MO; Chicago, IL; Peoria, IL; or Springfield, IL office. Our growing traffic team is dynamic, forward-thinking, and passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview and Opportunities:

As part of the traffic team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead a team to complete traffic engineering and analysis tasks.
• Develop plans, specifications, and estimates for projects involving traffic signals, ITS, and safety improvements.
• Collaborate on intersection designs, pedestrian/accessibility design, MOT/TCP, and signing/pavement markings.
• Perform traffic analyses/studies such as forecasting, demand modeling, impact analysis, capacity analysis, operational analysis, warrant analysis, speed studies, trip generation, O-D studies, benefit-cost analysis, feasibility studies, and crash analysis.
• Participate in client meetings.
• Develop new traffic service areas.
• Assist with marketing and project pursuits.
• Manage project tasks including staffing, budgeting, scheduling, and quality assurance.
• Work on innovative intersection designs.
• Conduct site investigations and provide construction support for ongoing projects.

Preferred Qualifications

Technical Skills:

• Experience with Highway Capacity Software, Synchro, and/or Vissim.
• Experience in traffic signal design.
• Understanding of the Highway Safety Manual and Highway Capacity Manual.
• Familiarity with travel demand modeling concepts; experience with Visum, Cube, and TransCAD is desirable.
• Experience with roadway design software such as OpenRoads Designer (preferred), PowerInroads, or Civil 3D.
• Knowledge of MUTCD, AASHTO Greenbook, or PROWAG.

Soft Skills:

• Building effective relationships with internal and external clients.
• Communicating complex technical concepts clearly to engineers, clients, and stakeholders.

Education/Training:

• BS or MS in civil engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive transportation or traffic engineering experience.
• Active Professional Engineers license in Indiana, Illinois, or Missouri, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• PTOE certification is desirable.

Why Hanson?

Join the Hanson team and love what you do. Focus on making a difference by supporting infrastructure development that positively impacts communities locally and nationally.

• Career Advancement: Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
• Professional Development: Internal and external technical training, support for industry organization participation.
• Innovative Projects: Work on impactful projects shaping community infrastructure.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team that values ideas and fosters innovation.
• Competitive Compensation: Salary and benefits, including being 100% employee owned.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements, wellness programs, and a supportive environment.

Anticipated Classification Range: E/S V - VII

Salary Range: $110,000 - $160,000, plus annual discretionary bonus

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits program including:

• Competitive compensation
• Performance bonuses
• 401(k) with matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Health & well-being plans
• Financial wellness programs
• Work-life balance initiatives

For more details, visit our benefits page.

Culture

We believe in creating an inclusive, diverse workforce where you feel belonging and growth. Our opportunities include:

• Monthly webinars
• Leadership training
• Lunch & learn sessions
• Access to skill-building courses
• Mentorship programs
• Internship programs
• Employee recognition

EEO Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or staffing agencies unless a signed agreement is in place.