Senior Traffic Engineer

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Langan is looking for a Senior Traffic Engineer in Chicago, IL, to join a dynamic team and work on diverse projects. The role involves traffic studies, transportation planning, and managing engineering documents, offering growth in a collaborative environment. Candidates should have a bachelor's in civil engineering and relevant experience in traffic engineering.

Benefits

Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off including parental and military leave

Educational reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in traffic/transportation engineering.
• Current EIT licensure; P.E. a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic analysis for traffic impact studies.
• Write and/or review traffic impact studies and parking studies.
• Lead tasks for preparation of various engineering documents.

Skills

Traffic Analysis

Project Management

Technical Writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

SYNCHRO

HCS

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

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Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 40+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Senior Traffic / Transportation Engineer to join its collaborative team in Chicago, IL. This individual will serve a key function in performing traffic & parking studies, transportation planning studies, traffic event management studies, and traffic signal/roadway design projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team of engineers, working on exciting and meaningful projects across many different market sectors. Our work includes projects in professional and collegiate sports, healthcare, higher education, distribution, K-12, commercial, office, retail, mixed-use, and more.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform the planning and permitting of traffic/transportation engineering, land development, and infrastructure projects;
• Conduct traffic analysis for traffic impact studies;
• Oversee field staff collecting traffic volume, road, and regulatory data;
• Conduct preliminary traffic reviews at the project concept stage to identify critical traffic-related issues;
• Apply knowledge and techniques of engineering and advanced mathematics;
• Write and/or review draft reports including traffic impact studies and parking studies;
• Use engineering equipment and design software (SYNCHRO, HCS, etc.) to prepare engineering and design documents with proficiency;
• Prepare draft proposals and review draft invoices and project budgets in collaboration with team members;
• Lead tasks associated with the preparation and modification of various engineering documents including reports, specifications, plans, cost estimates, and designs for projects;
• Supervise or coordinate the work of staff engineers, interns, and others who assist in specific assignments as needed;
• Coordinate and perform field inspection services, as needed; and
• Perform other duties as requested.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering;
• 3+ years of experience in traffic/transportation engineering, traffic impact studies, traffic signal warrants, parking studies, driveway & roadway design, and traffic signal design;
• Current EIT licensure; P.E. a plus;
• Experience with HCS, SYNCHRO, and the MUTCD is required; Knowledge of AutoCAD and MicroStation are a plus;
• Ability to coach and assist with the management of staff;
• Ability to effectively manage multiple clients and projects and to develop and manage project budgets;
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities;
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively individually and in a team environment;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; effective public speaking skills;
• Reliable transportation to access job sites and a valid driver’s license in good standing;
• Ability to occasionally travel and participate in field work; and
• Ability to work overtime during evening and/or weekends, as needed by project schedule.
  
  
  

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.

Certain US jurisdictions require Langan to include an estimate of salary or hourly ranges. The estimated range for this role is: $72,000 - $103,000. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills. Certain roles may be eligible for overtime and participation in the firm's annual bonus and performance review program. Bonuses are discretionary and based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm. Employees are also eligible to receive up to 20 days of paid vacation time, 10 days of paid sick time and 10 paid holidays throughout the year. Eligibility and actual paid time off may vary based on local law and factors such as hours worked, related work experience and level.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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