Staff Traffic Engineer

pennoniexternalcareers; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni is hiring a Staff Traffic Engineer in Philadelphia, PA for a full-time role. The candidate will perform traffic engineering analyses across transportation projects, lead studies, and collaborate with clients and design teams.

The position emphasizes PE licensure, proficiency with major traffic software, and the ability to manage multiple projects with strong communication skills. PTOE is a plus; join a team that values expertise and collaboration.

Qualifications

• BS Civil Engineering with Transportation concentration is required.
• Professional Engineer licensure is required.
• PTOE certification preferred but not required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to work with teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis, design, and traffic engineering for transportation projects.
• Lead and review traffic impact studies, permits, signal design, and PS&E packages.
• Oversee junior engineers and technical staff when needed.
• Coordinate with design teams and clients; assist in proposals and cost estimates.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Independent worker

Education

BS Civil Engineering – Transportation concentration

Tools

Synchro

Tru-Traffic

Vistro

VISSIM

Petra

HCS

Sidra

HSM

MicroStation

AutoCAD

AutoTURN

Guidesign

Job description

Pennonicurrently has an opening in our Philadelphia, PAoffice for a full-time Staff TrafficEngineer with experience consistentwith, but not limited to:

JobResponsibilities

• Perform technical analysis, design, and traffic engineering tasks for a wide range of transportation infrastructure, highway, and land development projects.
• Lead, develop, assist with, and review traffic impact studies, highway occupancy permits, specifications, signal design and plans, maintenance and protection of traffic and signing plans, PS&E packages, and reports.
• May oversee work of junior engineers and technical staff.
• Communicate and collaborate with design teams and clients.
• Assist project managers in the development of proposals, scope of works, fee, and cost estimates.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by senior leadership and overall business needs.
• The candidate will utilize and should have knowledge of and experience with software packages such as Synchro, Tru-Traffic, Vistro, VISSIM, Petra, HCS, Sidra, HSM, MicroStation, AutoCAD, AutoTURN, and Guidesign.

Additional Required Attributes:

• Degree Required: BS Civil Engineering – with a Transportation Engineering concentration
• Licenses required: Professional Engineer

Preferred Attributes:

• PTOE certification preferred but not required. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Team player with the ability to work independently and with others on multiple projects to meet multiple deadlines. Working knowledge of appropriate Federal Highway Administration, AASHTO, PennDOT, and other relevant guidelines, including the MUTCD

Why Pennoni?

At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture – here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!

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