Traffic Design Engineer - PE

Trilon; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

401(k) Plan and Match

Career Path Development Program

Job summary

DRMP is seeking a detail-oriented Traffic Design Engineer for our Tampa, FL team. You will contribute to highway, interchange, roadway widening, and intersection improvement projects with a mix of conventional and innovative solutions.

You will work with a multidisciplinary group, mentor junior staff, and participate in data collection, analysis, and feasibility studies, while maintaining schedules and budgets. Florida PE and 1–5 years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering required.
• Florida PE license required.
• 1–5 years of post-registration experience.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Prepare signing and pavement marking plans, signalization, lighting and ITS plans design.
• Assist Group Leader with scope of services and fee estimation for proposals.
• Collaborate with clients, subconsultants, and staff to deliver quality work on schedule and budget.

Skills

Communication skills

Client interaction

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, self-motivated Traffic Design Engineer who thrives on hands-on design, problem-solving, and collaboration within DRMP’s growing Tampa team. The position offers meaningful growth opportunities across a diverse portfolio of projects, including highway and interchange design, roadway widenings, and intersection improvements—featuring both conventional and innovative intersection solutions.

Department: Transportation

Location: Tampa, FL

Primary Responsibilities

• Experience with Signing and Pavement Marking Plans, Signalization, Lighting and ITS plans design
• Assists Group Leader with the marketing, preparation of scope of services and fee estimation for potential projects.
• Collaborate with clients, subconsultant partners, technical staff, and managers across multiple disciplines to develop quality deliverables within schedule and budgetary requirements
• Direct and mentor less-experienced support staff
• Conduct engineering investigations and planning work by completing well-defined tasks including collection and analysis of data; perform routine calculations, and participate in evaluating the feasibility of alternate solutions

What You'll Need

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• Must have Florida PE license.
• 1-5 years of experience (post-registration experience).
• Valid driver's license with approved/acceptable driving history required.
• Management duties include budgeting, scheduling, job tracking, client interaction, and staff management.
• Outstanding communication skills both verbal and written and the ability to forge strong relationships with clients, professionals, and your team members.
• DOT experience with ITS, signal design, signing and marking design, and lighting.
• Proficient in MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer (ORD); Auto CADD experience is a plus

Benefits

• Excellent compensation package
• Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
• Variety of voluntary benefit options
• Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
• Company-furnished life insurance
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account
• and More

DRMP is a Drug and Alcohol Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E-Verify employer.