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 a 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, Maintenance of Traffic (MOT)/Traffic Control Plans (TCP), and signing/pavement markings.
- Perform traffic analyses/studies such as traffic forecasting, travel demand modeling, traffic 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 related to staffing, budget, schedule, and quality assurance.
- Work on alternative/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/or TransCAD software is desirable.
- Experience with roadway design software such as OpenRoads Designer (preferred), PowerInroads, or Civil 3D.
- Familiarity with MUTCD, AASHTO Greenbook, or PROWAG.
Soft Skills:
- Building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Communicating complex technical concepts clearly to engineers, clients, and public stakeholders.
Education/Training:
- BS or MS in civil engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive transportation or traffic engineering experience.
- Active Indiana, Illinois, or Missouri Professional Engineers license 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 as you support the development of infrastructure that positively impacts communities locally and across the country.
- Career Advancement: We believe in investing in our employees' growth and provide opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Professional Development: Hanson offers internal and external technical training and supports participation in technical and industry organizations.
- Innovative Projects: Work on challenging and impactful projects shaping community infrastructure.
- Collaborative Environment: Join a team that values your ideas and fosters innovation.
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. We are 100% employee-owned, and our success is shared.
- Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible work arrangements, family care leave, wellness programs, and a supportive environment.
Anticipated Classification Range: E/S V - VII
Salary Range: $110,000 - $160,000, based on experience, with eligibility for annual discretionary bonus
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Performance bonuses
- 401(k) with matching contribution
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Comprehensive health & well-being plans
- Financial wellness programs
- Work-life balance programs
Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for details.
Culture
We understand that choosing a job is about more than daily tasks. It's about feeling like you belong and are safe to grow and progress in your career. Hanson offers an inclusive, diverse workforce and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:
- Monthly educational webinars
- Leadership training
- Lunch & learn sessions
- Access to thousands of skill-building courses
- Mentorship opportunities
- Award-winning internship program
- Employee recognition
- And much more!
Equal Opportunity Employer
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or staffing agencies. Resumes are only accepted from recruiters and agencies if a signed agreement is in place and authorized for the position.