Senior Traffic Engineer (Part-time)

HANSON

Chicago (IL)

Hybrid

USD 96,000 - 117,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Part-time

Hybrid/Remote work

Competitive pay

Job summary

Hanson Professional Services in Illinois is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer (Part-Time) to provide technical leadership and QA/QC oversight for transportation projects. Hybrid/remote work options are available across Chicago area offices.

The role focuses on traffic engineering, roadway and intersection design, and planning while ensuring adherence to MUTCD, AASHTO, and ADA standards. PE license required, with 15+ years of experience.

Qualifications

15+ years of experience in traffic engineering or related fields
PE license and ability to obtain IDOT/local licenses
Strong knowledge of MUTCD, AASHTO, ADA standards
Proven QA/QC and design review experience
Excellent written and verbal communication, ability to mentor

Responsibilities

Lead QA/QC reviews for traffic engineering and design projects
Review plans, calculations, reports, and specs for accuracy
Evaluate traffic operations analyses and safety studies
Provide technical guidance to engineers and project teams
Support proposal development and client presentations

Skills

QA/QC oversight

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Traffic analysis software

Roadway design software

Job description

Hanson Values

Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation

If you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company’s practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.

If you're looking for a firm where you can contribute your expertise, mentor the next generation of engineers, and help deliver meaningful transportation improvements throughout Illinois, Hanson Professional Services may be the place for you.

We are seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer (Part-Time) to provide technical leadership, quality assurance/quality control oversight, and subject matter expertise for transportation projects. This position will support traffic engineering, roadway design, intersection design, transportation planning, and related infrastructure projects while ensuring that deliverables meet Hanson quality standards, client expectations, and applicable design criteria.

This position offers flexibility with hours based on workload and may be based in our Chicago, Lisle, Peoria, or Springfield, Illinois offices, with hybrid and remote work flexibility available.

A Day in the Life of a Senior Traffic Engineer

As a senior technical resource, you will provide independent reviews and oversight for a variety of transportation projects. Responsibilities may include:

Leading QA/QC reviews for traffic engineering, roadway design, transportation planning, and intersection improvement projects.
Reviewing plans, calculations, reports, specifications, cost estimates, and technical documents for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable standards.
Evaluating traffic operations analyses, safety studies, traffic impact assessments, signal warrant analyses, and intersection design recommendations.
Reviewing roadway geometric design elements, including horizontal and vertical alignments, intersection layouts, lane configurations, and multimodal accommodations.
Verifying compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements, including MUTCD, AASHTO, ADA, and agency-specific standards.
Identifying design risks, conflicts, and quality concerns while recommending practical and effective solutions.
Providing technical guidance and mentoring to engineers, designers, and project teams.
Supporting project managers in maintaining quality throughout project development and delivery.
Participating in technical reviews, workshops, lessons learned sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Assisting with proposal development, technical approaches, staffing strategies, and client presentations as needed.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Minimum 15 years of experience in traffic engineering, roadway design, transportation planning, or related transportation infrastructure projects.
Demonstrated experience reviewing transportation project deliverables for technical accuracy and compliance.
Strong knowledge of MUTCD, AASHTO, ADA, IDOT, and local agency design standards and procedures.
Experience conducting or reviewing traffic operations analyses, traffic studies, safety evaluations, and roadway design plans.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

Illinois Professional Engineer license or ability to obtain through reciprocity.
Experience supporting projects for IDOT, local agencies, municipalities, and public-sector transportation clients.
Prior experience mentoring engineering staff and leading technical quality reviews.
Familiarity with traffic analysis and roadway design software utilized in transportation engineering projects.

Benefits and Perks

This is a part-time position. Work hours will vary based on project workload and business needs.

Hanson is committed to creating a workplace that values technical excellence, professional growth, collaboration, and innovation. We offer flexible work arrangements and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful transportation projects that improve the communities we serve.

This is a non-exempt position. The hourly range for this role is $70 - $85 per hour, depending on skills and experience.

Benefits

Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:

Competitive compensation
Performance bonuses
401(k) with matching contribution
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Comprehensive health & well-being plans
Financial wellness plans
Work-life balance programs

Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.

Culture

We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including: