Traffic Designer

Benesch; Overland Park (KS); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development

Generous paid time off

9% retirement contribution

Job summary

Benesch is seeking a Traffic Designer for their team in Overland Park, KS. In this role, you will collaborate on numerous transportation projects with state and local agencies, performing engineering analyses and creating traffic design plans. We're especially interested in recent graduates ready to jumpstart their careers.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive benefits, and a welcoming work culture that values diverse backgrounds. Join us at Benesch to make a real impact on communities and infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related discipline required.
• E.I.T (or desire to obtain P.E.) preferred.
• Knowledge of traffic analysis programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analysis related to traffic safety and operations.
• Prepare traffic design plans for various clients.
• Conduct traffic safety studies for municipal and DOT clients.

Skills

Engineering analysis

Traffic safety studies

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Traffic analysis software

Job description

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi‑disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job!

Traffic Designer

Join our growing Traffic team as a Traffic Designer.

In this role you will work on various transportation projects with state and local transportation agencies. As traffic designer, you will perform engineering analysis and supporting calculations / documentation relating to traffic safety and operations. You will prepare traffic design plans involving traffic management during construction, permanent signing, pavement marking and traffic signals for various municipal and DOT clients.

Recent Graduates are encouraged to apply!

Location

This position is available to work from any of our Kansas offices: Overland Park, KS; Topeka, KS; Wichita, KS; or Manhattan, KS. Hybrid work schedule is available.

The Impact You Will Have

• Participate in collecting and assimilating traffic data for traffic engineering studies.
• Perform capacity analysis using traffic engineering software (Synchro, Highway Capacity Software, Sidra, Vissim) for a variety of studies, including intersections, interchanges, corridor studies, and traffic impact studies for developments.
• Conduct traffic safety studies for both municipal and DOT clients.
• Develop geometric alternatives to improve traffic operations and safety under direction of others.
• Develop design plans for traffic management during construction, pavement marking, signage, and traffic signals.
• Organize capacity and safety analysis results to be included in reports to clientele, following agency standards.
• Perform field or site visits as needed.
• Develop cursory knowledge of applicable standards and use of applicable CADD and Microsoft software.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related discipline required.
• E.I.T (or desire to obtain P.E. in the future) preferred.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, GIS, and Microsoft Office products is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of Synchro/Sim Traffic software, Highway Capacity Software, and other traffic analysis programs.
• Demonstrated ability to work and collaborate in a team environment on challenging projects.
• Willingness to be adaptable to office and field tasks.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written - e-mails, project memos, reports, etc.)
• Detailed, and organized individual who thrives in environments that are deadline driven.

Why Benesch

• Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward.
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit‑eligible employees.
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life.
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit‑eligible employees.
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one.

Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the support and exposure to grow here.

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Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch’s Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailing [e-mail]. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment.

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We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.