Traffic EIT

HDR; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Traffic EIT to join our Dallas, TX office. You will provide engineering, design, and production support for traffic projects, partnering with Project Engineers on signal design, timing, illumination, and traffic studies.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and an Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate, with proficiency in MicroStation, Autocad, Guide Sign, and traffic modeling tools. You will thrive in a collaborative, employee-owned environment that values initiative and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate required.
• CAD proficiency in MicroStation, AutoCAD and Guide Sign.
• Experience with HCS, Synchro, VISSIM and Aimsun for operations modeling.
• Experience with Highway Safety Software for safety analysis.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask on multiple projects.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering, design and production support for traffic projects.
• Support Project Engineers in traffic signal and illumination design, traffic studies, timing plans and simulations.
• Prepare PS&E plans including signing, striping, signals and illumination; compile reports for agencies.
• Collaborate in a team environment and work independently as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

Team player

Active participation in employee-owned

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Guide Sign

HCS

Synchro

VISSIM

Aimsun

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

HDR Engineering, Inc. currently has an opening for a Traffic EIT to join our Dallas, TX office.

The primary duties for a Traffic EIT are to provide engineering, design, and production support. The Traffic EIT will support Project Engineers in development of traffic signal design, illumination design, traffic studies, traffic signal timing plans, simulation modeling. Will also work closely with Project Engineers to prepare PS&E plans including signing and striping, traffic signals, and illumination, and prepare reports/ analysis for various state and local agencies. Applicants should have prior experience in these areas and able to work in a team environment. This position requires self-motivation and the ability to work both independently and as part of a larger team to work toward common goals in serving our clients. May make decisions on design and engineering procedures. Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS or MS in a Transportation/Traffic engineering discipline is preferred.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) registration or ability to obtain EIT certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of Microstation, Synchro, Microsoft Office is preferred
• Knowledge of Highway Capacity Software, TransCAD, or VISSIM is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience with preparation of plans, specifications and estimates to state and local standards is a plus.
• Experience in successfully completing traffic engineering projects such as signal timing, signing, striping, and signal design, safety studies, corridor plans, operations analysis, multi-modal studies etc. is a plus.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
• Conduct traffic design using CAD platforms including MicroStation, Autocad and Guide Sign software
• Conduct operational analysis using a variety of analysis and modeling tools specific to support job duties, including HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, and Aimsun
• Conduct safety analysis using a variety of safety software tools including Highway Safety Software
• Strong verbal and written skills
• Ability to multitask while working on many projects at once
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-Texas-Dallas Other Locations: United States-Texas-Fort Worth Industry: Highway + Road Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Traffic Engineering Job Posting: Jul 27, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affiliated Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.