Traffic EIT

Stantec; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid family leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an entry level Civil Engineer-in-Training (EIT) in Nashville, TN. The role involves assisting with innovative transportation projects under the supervision of a Senior Engineer. Candidates will develop skills through various traffic and ITS engineering tasks and must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.

This position offers opportunities in a supportive work environment while contributing to projects that enhance community connectivity and safety.

Benefits include medical, dental, 401(k), and paid leave, ensuring comprehensive employee support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Candidate should be a Tennessee Licensed Engineering Intern or able to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience with software such as HCS, Sidra, and VISM is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with traffic engineering design assignments.
• Prepare project documents like traffic impact studies.
• Utilize software to perform analyses and modeling.

Skills

Problem-solving

Initiative

Collaboration

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tennessee Licensed Engineering Intern

Tools

Microstation

AutoCAD

HCS

Synchro

VISSIM

Job description

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

If you’re looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.

Your Opportunity

The role of an entry level Civil EIT is to work as a team member on innovative transportation projects under the guidance of a Senior Engineer. The Civil EIT will work under close supervision of a Senior Engineer to develop skills around traffic and ITS engineering projects. The Civil EIT will perform a variety of tasks which may include assisting with the analysis and modeling of traffic operations and safety through HCM and HSM methodology, development of traffic signal or ITS design plans, and performing some field work related to data collection and design.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Select and apply appropriate design criteria to perform traffic engineering design assignments.
• Perform analyses related to traffic operations and safety.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering project documents such as traffic impact studies, stage 0 analyses, and transportation management plans.
• Prepare high quality contract documents (plans, specifications, and estimates) for the construction of traffic and ITS infrastructure.
• Provide technical inputs and help optimize solutions.
• Utilize relevant software programs to perform analyses and modeling such as HCS, Sidra, Synchro, Vistro, VISSIM, and IHSDM.
• Prepare exhibits, designs and complex working drawings using AutoCAD, Microstation, and OpenRoads Designer.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Ability to solve problems using sound engineering judgment, creativity and innovation.
• Take initiative on tasks and in coordinating with other members of the design team.
• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite.
• Ability to collaborate and work with others located in other offices via a virtual environment is critical.
• Ability to effectively discuss project issues, understand the context, identify opportunities and challenges and provide potential solutions.
• Working knowledge of relevant standards such as ITE Trip Gen, MUTCD, HCM, and HSM is a plus.
• Experience with software such as HCS, Sidra, Synchro, Vistro, VISSIM, and IHSDM is a plus.
• Microstation experience is required. Experience with InRoads, OpenRoads, and/or GeoPak/3D Modeling is a plus.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Tennessee Licensed Engineering Intern or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | TN | Nashville

Organization: BC-2018 Transpt-US Gulf

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 29/05/2026 04:05:30

Req ID: 1006113

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.