Senior Traffic Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Transportation Design Engineer/Project Manager in Kansas City to oversee traffic design projects. Responsibilities include planning traffic signals and developing smart transportation solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in traffic engineering and a Professional Engineer license in Missouri and Kansas.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years' experience in ITS and traffic engineering.
• Registered PE in MO and KS preferred.
• 7-20 years of relevant experience with traffic and technology design.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs and monitors all aspects of traffic design projects.
• Develops traffic signal and interconnect plans.
• Handles freeway guide signing plans and electric vehicle charging infrastructure plans.

Skills

Analytical

Organizational

Interpersonal

Written communication

Presentation skills

Teamwork

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?

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.

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.

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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

Primary Location

: United States-Missouri-Kansas City

Other Locations

Other Locations

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

Industry

: Highway + Road

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Traffic Engineering

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Mar 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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