Senior Traffic Engineer

Arcadis; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 101,376 - 184,477; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

20 days of PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer – Design Lead in Boston to helm a dynamic team in delivering high-profile roadway projects. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in traffic design and project leadership, alongside a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering. The role demands expertise in MicroStation/Open Roads and quality assurance leadership.

The position offers a robust benefits package, including health care, PTO, and a competitive salary range from $101,376 to $184,477 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant work experience post-degree.
• Expertise in traffic design and project management.
• Must possess a U.S. driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing team on traffic and tolling plan elements.
• Drive budget and schedule performance for traffic tasks.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers.

Skills

Traffic design project delivery

Team leadership

MicroStation/Open Roads Designer

Quality assurance

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

PE in a U.S. jurisdiction

Tools

MicroStation/Open Roads Designer

GuideSign

SignCAD

Job description

Role Description

Arcadis is looking for a proven Senior Traffic Engineer – Design Lead to join our Transportation team and help shape high‑profile roadway projects across the eastern United States. In this role you will lead a talented team of engineers delivering complex traffic design projects, guide projects from concept through delivery, and partner directly with state agencies, municipalities, and contracting teams.

Role Accountabilities

• Lead a high‑performing team of engineers in developing traffic, ITS, and tolling plan elements for major Interstate and arterial projects.
• Drive scope, schedule, and budget performance for traffic tasks on major traditional and design‑build projects.
• Provide quality assurance leadership on highly complex projects where precision and sound judgment matter.
• Build strong client relationships by leading technical discussions, presenting results, and serving as a trusted advisor throughout project delivery.
• Mentor and develop junior and mid‑level engineers, helping strengthen technical capability and consulting skills across the team.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant work experience post‑degree.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• PE in a U.S.‑based jurisdiction with the ability to obtain your PE in other jurisdictions (as needed) within six months of hire.
• Expertise in the use of MicroStation/Open Roads Designer, GuideSign, and SignCAD.
• Must possess a U.S. driver’s license.

Preferred Skills and Proficiencies

• Experience leading design teams for successful delivery of design‑build projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail is critical in the success of this position.
• Ability to work well in groups as well as independently.

Benefits

Arcadis offers benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions, including medical, dental, and vision, employee assistance program, 401(k), short‑term and long‑term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program, wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. We also offer nine paid holidays and 20 days of PTO that accrue per year.

Salary range for this position is $101,376 – $184,477. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal‑opportunity employer dedicated to non‑discrimination in employment on any basis, including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.