Senior Traffic Engineer

Arcadis; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 101,376 - 184,477; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k)

20 days paid time off

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer – Design Lead to join the Transportation team in Raleigh, North Carolina. This hybrid position involves leading a team of engineers to develop traffic and tolling plans for major roadway projects across the eastern United States.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, and expertise in Microstation/Open Roads Designer. Benefits include a competitive salary and flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant work experience post degree.
• PE in a US-based jurisdiction with the ability to obtain your PE in other jurisdictions.
• Must possess a US Drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers developing traffic and tolling plans.
• Drive scope, schedule, and budget for traffic tasks.
• Provide quality assurance leadership on complex projects.
• Build strong client relationships by leading technical discussions.
• Mentor junior engineers to strengthen their skills.

Skills

Traffic Engineering

Team Leadership

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microstation/Open Roads Designer

GuideSign

SignCAD

Job description

Company Overview

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life.

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.

This hybrid position may be based in one of our Eastern US offices. You will have the flexibility of a hybrid schedule, along with opportunities to collaborate in person with colleagues and clients when it matters most.

Responsibilities

• 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 US‑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 US Drivers 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

Arcadis is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of 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.

Benefits and Compensation

Benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions include medical, dental, and vision, employee assistance program (EAP), 401(k), short‑term and long‑term disability (STD/LTD), accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 20 days paid time off (PTO) that accrue per year.

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