Senior Traffic Engineer

Fishbeck; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Hybrid work schedule

Employee ownership

Job summary

Fishbeck seeks a Senior Traffic Engineer to join the Transportation team in Michigan. Based in a Fishbeck Michigan Regional Office, you will lead complex design projects from concept through construction and mentor junior staff.

You will work with clients and agencies to deliver safe, efficient transportation solutions, ensure MDOT standards, and contribute to growing Fishbeck’s Michigan transportation practice. The role supports hybrid scheduling and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 10+ years of traffic engineering experience, MDOT projects.
• Michigan PE license required.
• Proficiency in MicroStation; AutoCAD/Civil 3D is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of MDOT standards and guidelines.
• Experience with Highway Capacity Software and Synchro; TransModeler is a plus.
• Familiarity with the ITE Trip Generation Manual, complex maintenance of traffic design, and traffic studies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of traffic engineering components from concept through construction.
• Ensure project work complies with MDOT standards and guidelines.
• Conduct traffic impact, safety studies, signal optimization, and forecasting.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and construction cost estimates.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and communication.
• Mentor and support junior staff while coordinating with other disciplines and offices.
• Collaborate with clients, local agencies, and contractors to deliver high-quality solutions.

Skills

Traffic engineering

MDOT standards

Project leadership

Mentoring

Communication (verbal & written)

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Highway Capacity Software

Synchro

TransModeler

Job description

Location: Any Fishbeck Michigan Regional Office

Employment Type: Full Time

For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in what we build together—our work, our reputation, and our future. Now we need to add a Traffic Engineer to help us keep building.

Working with our Transportation team in Michigan, you will lead complex transportation design projects from concept through construction, support client relationships, mentor junior staff, and help grow Fishbeck’s Michigan transportation practice.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design and development of traffic engineering components, including maintenance of traffic plans, signing and pavement marking layouts, and traffic signal systems.
• Ensure project work complies with MDOT standards, the Michigan Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and applicable design guidelines.
• Conduct traffic impact studies, safety studies, signal optimization, and traffic forecasting.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and construction cost estimates.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and communication.
• Mentor and support junior staff while coordinating with other disciplines and regional offices.
• Collaborate with clients, local agencies, and contractors to deliver high-quality solutions.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 10+ years of traffic engineering experience, including MDOT-related projects.
• Michigan Professional Engineer license required.
• Proficiency in MicroStation; experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of MDOT traffic standards and guidelines.
• Experience with Highway Capacity Software and Synchro; TransModeler experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with the ITE Trip Generation Manual, complex maintenance of traffic design, and traffic studies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with intelligent transportation systems and highway lighting design is a plus.

What We Offer

Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness reimbursement and activities
• Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development
• Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
• 401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities (employee ownership)
• And more!

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Build Your Future Here

Candidates for this position can reside in the Grand Rapids, Saginaw, Farmington Hills, Lansing, Ann Arbor, or Kalamazoo, MI markets.

Imagine working for a firm where your personal growth and professional development are top priorities. Imagine a place where enthusiasm, creativity, and integrity are just a few of the core values. Imagine working alongside a dynamic, diverse group of peers while learning from the industry’s leading experts.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT FISHBECK

Live well, work well, be well. Fishbeck believes in the benefits of a corporate wellness program and has woven it into our culture. We have been recognized over the years for best practices in work-life balance, diversity and multiculturalism, employee communication and recognition, education and development, and community initiatives.

We are a team at Fishbeck and want to keep our staff happy and healthy. We offer premium benefits to keep you and your family at your best, because we truly believe in the benefit of being well.

BENEFITS

Insurance

• Health, Dental, Optical, Life, and AD&D Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• LifeLock

Equity

• 401(k)/ROTH Retirement Plan
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Ownership Opportunities
• Bonus Potential

Education

• Professional/Technical Membership Support
• Technical and LeadershipTraining
• Health and Safety Training
• Customized Orientation
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Challenges
• Wellness Activity Reimbursement
• CPR/First Aid/AED Training

Time away

• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Medical Absence Time

Day of Service

Employees are encouraged to take a Day of Service each year in support of a non-profit or local charity. This paid time off provides staff with opportunities to serve in new ways, builds camaraderie among teams, and hopes to inspire others to give back.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Fishbeck, we create and maintain an inclusive environment where differences are valued and there is understanding, communication, and respect among all individuals. Our unique culture capitalizes on the strengths resulting from our differences. We are an employer of choice, attracting a diverse workforce that provides innovation and excellence in everything we do.

We actively seek a diverse candidate base and offer career development and internship programs. Once you are on our team, you can expect nondiscriminatory, merit-based promotions, and competitive compensation as we work to nurture and support our talented staff.