Senior Traffic Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Transportation Design Engineer / Project Manager to enhance their services in the Midwest. This role focuses on traffic and ITS design, requiring a minimum of 10 years' experience in traffic engineering. The ideal candidate will have a Professional Engineer license and proficiency in various software packages. Join a collaborative team dedicated to creating innovative solutions for urban and rural transportation challenges. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects that shape the future of transportation in the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in ITS and traffic engineering.
• Registered PE in MO and KS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and monitor traffic design projects including signal and interconnect plans.
• Develop freeway guide signing and electric vehicle charging infrastructure plans.

Skills

Traffic Engineering

ITS Design

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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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.

HDR is seeking a Senior Transportation Design Engineer / Project Manager to help expand our services in the Midwest, with a focus on Kansas and Missouri. The position would report to the MO-KS Traffic Section. The position would have a major focus in the areas of traffic and ITS design.

The individual in this position plans, directs and monitors all aspects of traffic design projects that may include:

• Traffic signal and interconnect plans
• Signing and pavement-marking plans
• Freeway guide signing plans
• ITS, fiber, and communications plans
• Complete Streets / Quick-build improvement plans
• Electric vehicle charging infrastructure plans

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered PE in MO and KS.
• Microsimulation skills a plus.
• Analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• 7-20 years of relevant experience with traffic and technology design.
• Preference given to local candidates.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years' experience in ITS and traffic engineering for urban and rural highways, major and minor interchanges and intersections
• Professional Engineer (PE) 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.

Primary Location

United States-Missouri-Kansas City

Other Locations

United States-Missouri-St Louis, United States-Missouri-Springfield

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class: Traffic Engineering

Job Posting

Mar 10, 2025

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

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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

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