Senior Traffic Engineer

URC Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

URC Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects is looking for an experienced traffic design engineer to lead projects in St. Louis. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in traffic engineering, a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, and a Missouri Professional Engineer license.

This role involves overseeing project budgets, collaborating with teams, and conducting safety analyses. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, supporting employee well-being.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in traffic engineering and design.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Missouri, Kansas, or Nebraska.
• Certification as a Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) preferred.
• Proficiency in relevant industry standards like MUTCD and AASHTO.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage traffic design and operation projects.
• Perform traffic safety analyses and propose countermeasures.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and QA/QC procedures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on transportation projects.

Skills

Traffic design expertise

Leadership skills

Technical analysis

Proficiency in simulation software

Collaboration skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

Synchro

VISSIM

GIS

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage traffic design and traffic operation projects and tasks.
• Provide design oversight in producing roadway lighting, signing, pavement marking, traffic signals, and traffic management system designs; intersection designs; capacity and signal warrant analyses; and ITS systems.
• Develop technical traffic analysis for highways, streets, and multi-modal facilities utilizing multiple software and programs as necessary.
• Assist in providing oversight of maintenance of traffic (MOT) and sequencing plans throughout the construction phase of a project.
• Perform traffic safety analyses, including Road Safety Audits (RSAs).
• Identify deficiencies and propose safety countermeasures.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and quality assurance/control (QA/QC) procedures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on transportation projects.
• Assist in developing proposals and marketing strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior staff and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Promote company initiatives and build team consensus.

Key Attributes

• Innovative and solutions-oriented thinker.
• Collaborative and organized, with strong leadership and communication skills.
• Committed to continuous learning and best practices.
• Strategic thinker with strong technical and critical thinking abilities.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering; Master’s degree is a plus but not required.
• Licensure: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Missouri, Kansas, and Nebraska, or ability to obtain licensure within six months.
• Certification: Certification as a Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) and/or a Road Safety Professional (RSP) Levels 1 or 2 is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in traffic engineering and design.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in simulation software (e.g., Synchro, VISSIM), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and/or CAD (MicroStation/AutoCAD).
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and guidelines, such as MUTCD and AASHTO standards.
• Ability to develop technical traffic analysis for highways, streets, and multi-modal facilities.

Annual Salary Range

$140,000 + depending on experience.

Benefits

We support our employees’ success and well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.

Application Notes

Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug‑free workplace, conducting pre‑employment background checks.