Senior Traffic Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in the highway and road industry is seeking a Senior Engineer - Traffic in Irvine, California. The role involves providing design oversight for various traffic engineering projects, including roadway and lighting plans. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and a Professional Engineer license. Join a culture of inclusion and become part of a team dedicated to making impactful changes in transportation systems.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in ITS and traffic engineering.
• Knowledge of state and federal transportation regulations.
• Diverse experience in roadway design or construction is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide design oversight for traffic systems and plans.
• Manage project phases and serve as a technical expert.
• Supervise staff and serve as project manager on large projects.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Professional Engineering license (PE)

MSCE

Tools

Microsoft Office

HCS

CORSIM

Synchro/SIM Traffic

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Senior Engineer - Traffic, we'll count on you to:

• Provide design oversight for the production of roadway, lighting, signing, pavement marking, traffic signals and traffic management system design plans; intersection design; capacity and signal warrant analyses; and all aspects of an Intelligent Traffic Sub-system
• Assist in providing oversight of the traffic control and sequencing plans throughout the construction phase of the project
• Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity while planning and developing projects or design activities that have significant impact on major company programs
• Organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians as needed
• Serve as project manager on larger projects, though project management is not sole focus of position as needed
• Perform other duties as needed #LI-JF1

Preferred Qualifications

• MSCE
• Diverse experience in related fields such as toll roads, roadway design, or construction is a plus

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years' experience in ITS and traffic engineering for urban and rural highways, major and minor interchanges and intersections

Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.

• Knowledge of regulations of state and federal transportation agencies
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Experience using HCS, CORSIM, Synchro/SIM Traffic and other software packages
• Strong oral and written communication skills, presentation skills and ability to work in a team environment
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

Primary Location

: United States-California-Irvine

Other Locations

Industry

: Highway + Road

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Traffic Engineering

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Jul 10, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great thingspossible.

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