Senior Traffic Engineer - PE (5+ Years)

Howell Engineering, Surveying and Environmental; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Office snacks

Sporting events access

Job summary

Howell Engineering is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer to lead the Traffic Engineering Division, overseeing day-to-day operations and delivering planning, design, and permitting for traffic projects.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in traffic engineering, a PE license, and strong project management, communication, and data-analysis skills. Proficiency with Synchro, VISSIM, and AutoCAD Civil 3D is preferred.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer License required.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in traffic engineering and design.
• Minimum of 3 years in a senior-level role.
• Proven track record of managing and delivering traffic infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in traffic engineering software such as Synchro, VISSIM, and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct traffic studies, impact assessments, and highway occupancy permitting.
• Develop and implement traffic management plans, including signal design, road markings, signage, and traffic calming measures.
• Utilize software tools such as Synchro, VISSIM, and AutoCAD Civil 3D for traffic modeling, simulation, and design.
• Prepare engineering reports, specifications, and cost estimates for traffic projects.
• Collect and analyze traffic data, including vehicle counts, speed studies, and accident reports.
• Use data analysis to identify traffic patterns, congestion points, and safety concerns.
• Develop and recommend solutions to improve traffic flow and safety based on data analysis.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies to obtain necessary approvals and permits.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer License

Tools

Synchro

VISSIM

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

At Howell Engineering, we thrive on pushing the boundaries of what's possible by leading the charge in innovative processes, utilizing best-in-class technology, and delivering unmatched results for our clients. Gone are the days of pocket protectors and running endless pipe calculations at a lineup of drafting tables. Since our inception in 1999, we have been reshaping the landscape of engineering solutions by solving problems in Civil Engineering, Land Development, Environmental Engineering, and Surveying for clients throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland.

At Howell Engineering, we have built a radical company culture. Forget about stuffy corporate environments and rigid hierarchies. We embrace a culture of creativity, collaboration, and fearless experimentation. Every team member is encouraged to be forward-thinking and to voice their ideas. We actively nurture the growth and development of all our associates with hands-on training and mentorship.

If you enjoy working with cutting-edge technology, developing innovative processes, and collaborating with great people, we want to hear from you.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Traffic Engineer to lead and grow our Traffic Engineering Division. This role will oversee the division’s day-to-day operations while providing technical leadership across a diverse range of traffic engineering projects. The ideal candidate will bring solid traffic engineering experience in planning and design, traffic impact studies, and highway occupancy permitting, along with strong project and client management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct traffic studies, impact assessments, and highway occupancy permitting.
• Develop and implement traffic management plans, including signal design, road markings, signage, and traffic calming measures.
• Utilize software tools such as Synchro, VISSIM, and AutoCAD Civil 3D for traffic modeling, simulation, and design.
• Prepare engineering reports, specifications, and cost estimates for traffic projects.
• Collect and analyze traffic data, including vehicle counts, speed studies, and accident reports.
• Use data analysis to identify traffic patterns, congestion points, and safety concerns.
• Develop and recommend solutions to improve traffic flow and safety based on data analysis.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies to obtain necessary approvals and permits.

Qualifications:

• B.S in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Professional Engineer License required
• Minimum of 5 years experience in traffic engineering and design.
• Minimum of 3 years in a senior-level role.
• Proven track record of managing and delivering traffic infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in traffic engineering software such as Synchro, VISSIM, and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Compensation:

• Annual increases
• Bonus opportunities
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• life insurance
• Generous PTO
• Paid Holiday
• Unlimited free health office snacks
• Access to company sporting events suite

Howell Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.