Senior Traffic Engineer: Lead Design & Mentorship

McClure Engineering Company; Cedar Rapids, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

McClure Engineering Company in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer (Senior PE) to lead complex transportation projects. The role emphasizes technical leadership, mentorship, and advancing McClure’s high-quality design standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating design teams, QA/QC on reports, and guiding project milestones; the ideal candidate will have PE, PTOE is a plus, and strong communication with clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of engineering experience.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is required.
• PTOE certification is a plus.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and production of deliverables meeting McClure’s quality standards.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor less experienced team members.
• Manage project delivery schedules, budgets, and staffing.
• Engage with clients in meetings and provide technical solutions.
• Lead QA/QC processes for projects and review reports.

Skills

Transportation engineering

Mentoring and coaching

Project leadership

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

PDF

Job description

McClure Engineering Company in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer (Senior PE) to lead complex transportation projects. The role emphasizes technical leadership, mentorship, and advancing McClure’s high-quality design standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating design teams, QA/QC on reports, and guiding project milestones; the ideal candidate will have PE, PTOE is a plus, and strong communication with clients.