Senior Traffic Engineer

DesignForce; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career development sessions

Team-building events

Job summary

DesignForce, a leading multimodal transportation engineering consultancy, seeks a Senior Traffic Engineer to lead transportation planning projects in the DMV. You will focus on traffic analysis, multimodal studies, and TIAs, while mentoring junior staff and delivering high‑quality, compliant results.

Responsibilities include coordinating with agencies (VDOT, DDOT, county planners), managing budgets, and presenting findings.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in traffic/transportation engineering, planning, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Transportation Engineering or related discipline.
• PE license or active pursuit of licensure depending on role.
• Strong collaboration and cross‑disciplinary teamwork mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead traffic analysis, modeling, and TIAs with clear recommendations.
• Analyze data to inform project recommendations and performance.
• Develop TDM plans to reduce congestion and improve mobility.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to professional development.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and project documents.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Lead client meetings and coordinate with agencies for approvals.

Skills

Collaboration

Teamwork

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Engineering

PE license

Job description

Are you a passionate traffic engineering professional looking to leverage your problem-solving skills and creativity to shape projects across the DMV? Our client, a leading multimodal transportation engineering consultancy, is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer to join their growing team.

This people-centered firm truly invests in its team through comprehensive benefits, quarterly career-road mapping sessions, weekly lunch-and-learns, and a lineup of fun, engaging team-building events including game nights, cricket tournaments, cooking classes, bowling, soccer matches, and more. It’s a place where you can grow your technical expertise, contribute to meaningful work, and enjoy a supportive, community-oriented culture.

Role Overview:

The Senior Traffic Engineer leads transportation planning and engineering projects with a focus on traffic analysis, multimodal studies, and Traffic Impact Analyses (TIAs). This role serves as a key technical and project leader, overseeing project budgets, schedules, deliverables, and client communication while ensuring projects meet applicable standards and local regulations. The Senior Traffic Engineer also plays an important role in mentoring and developing junior staff, collaborating across teams, and delivering high-quality solutions that meet client and community needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and support traffic analysis, modeling, simulation, and technical studies, translating findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Analyze traffic and transportation data to identify trends, evaluate system performance, and inform project recommendations.
• Develop Transportation Demand Management (TDM) plans and strategies to reduce congestion, improve mobility, and optimize multimodal travel
• Mentor and support junior staff, sharing technical knowledge and contributing to a culture of professional development and continuous learning.
• Prepare and deliver technical reports, presentations, analyses, and project documentation for clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring projects remain on track and meet quality expectations.
• Lead client and stakeholder meetings, communicate technical findings effectively, and build strong, collaborative relationships.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies to support project approvals and ensure compliance with applicable transportation standards and regulations, including agencies such as VDOT, DDOT, and county planning departments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4+ years of professional experience in traffic/transportation engineering, planning, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related discipline; equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered.
• PE license or active pursuit of professional licensure preferred/required depending on role expectations.
• A genuine passion for collaboration, teamwork, and working across disciplines to develop practical solutions.

Our client's benefits reflect their inclusive values and are designed to ensure that all of their people lead happy, healthy, and balanced lives. They offer a robust benefits package including but not limited to:

• Collaborative & professional development‑focused environment with robust onboarding, training programs, weekly learning sessions, and career coaching.
• Benefits may include medical/dental/vision insurance, retirement with profit sharing, paid parental leave, flexible work options, commuter benefits, and professional licensure support.
• The firm values diversity, inclusion, and community impact in its work and workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our client doesn't just accept difference — they celebrate it, support it, and thrive because of it. Our client is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace.