Senior Traffic Engineer

Align; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Michigan is seeking an accomplished Traffic Engineer to join their Transportation Division. This role focuses on leading traffic engineering projects, ensuring compliance with MDOT standards, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in traffic engineering, a Michigan PE license, and proficiency in key engineering software. This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively on complex transportation design initiatives across various locations in Michigan.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in traffic engineering, including MDOT-related projects.
• Michigan PE license required.
• Strong knowledge of MDOT traffic standards and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of traffic engineering components.
• Conduct traffic impact studies and safety studies.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and construction cost estimates.

Skills

Traffic impact studies

Signal optimization

Verbal communication

Written communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Highway Capacity Software (HCS)

Synchro

TransModeler

Job description

Fishbeck is seeking an accomplished Traffic Engineer to join our Transportation Division in Michigan. This position is ideal for a technically proficient, client-focused professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is prepared to lead complex transportation design projects. The successful candidate will oversee initiatives from concept through construction, mentor junior staff, and play a pivotal role in the continued growth of our Michigan transportation practice.

Primary Functions

• Lead the design and development of traffic engineering components, including maintenance of traffic (MOT) plans, signing and pavement marking layouts, and traffic signal systems, ensuring compliance with MDOT standards, the Michigan Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (OMUTCD), 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; coordinate with other disciplines and regional offices (OH, MI, IN).
• Collaborate with clients, local agencies, and contractors to deliver high-quality solutions.

Minimum Physical Requirements

Occasionally exposed to light lifting, sitting, and walking. May perform duties in the field and will be required to access and maneuver around project sites and use a computer. Capable of traveling to and from projects is occasionally required. Ability to use equipment for communication and documentation purposes. Visual acuity to perform responsibilities.

Desired Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Experience & Skills

• 10+ years of experience in traffic engineering, including MDOT-related projects.
• Michigan PE 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 (HCS), Synchro; TransModeler is a plus.
• Familiarity with ITE Trip Generation Manual, complex MOT design, and traffic studies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with ITS and highway lighting design is a plus.

What’s Next

Please apply for the role, and a member of our Talent Acquisition team (not a bot) will reach out to you.
Applicants can be based in Farmington Hills, Grand Rapids, Canton or Lansing MI.

About Fishbeck

Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 20 regional offices and more than 700 employees. Engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management are the cornerstones of Fishbeck’s services and integrated project approach. We are a hands‑on and design-orientated practice with the technical capabilities and understanding to take the largest projects from internal concept to completion. Our team of experts takes pride in our commitment to reliability in design, connection to our clients, and creativity at our core.

Fishbeck is 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.