Traffic EIT/Engineer

HDR; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Traffic EIT to join our Nashville-area team. You will contribute to traffic forecasting, analysis, and design for transportation projects, supporting the Project Engineer/Manager and collaborating with a dedicated traffic team.

The role requires hands-on use of CAD and traffic modeling tools, strong communication, multitasking, and a commitment to our employee-owned culture. Local candidates preferred, with opportunities for growth into Traffic Engineer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and EIT certificate or similar licensure.
• CAD and traffic modeling tools experience required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a traffic team under the direction of the Project Engineer/Manager on a variety of traffic forecasting, analysis and design needs for a variety of transportation projects
• Conduct operational traffic analysis using a variety of modeling tools, ranging from highway capacity software to complex micro simulation models; analyze everything from isolated intersections and roundabouts to urban arterials and freeway segments
• Focus on traffic design, including accident analysis and mitigation strategies, signing, striping, traffic signals, lighting, and Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS), including real-time traffic information, adaptive signal control, closed circuit television (CCTV), and variable message signs (VMS)
• Perform other duties as needed

Skills

Strong verbal and written skills

multitask

Education

Bachelor's degree

Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate

BSCE Certification

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.

In the role of Traffic EIT, we'll count on you to:

• Work as part of a traffic team under the direction of the Project Engineer/Manager on a variety of traffic forecasting, analysis and design needs for a variety of transportation projects
• Conduct operational traffic analysis using a variety of modeling tools, ranging from highway capacity software to complex micro simulation models; analyze everything from isolated intersections and roundabouts to urban arterials and freeway segments
• Focus on traffic design, including accident analysis and mitigation strategies, signing, striping, traffic signals, lighting, and Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS), including real-time traffic information, adaptive signal control, closed circuit television (CCTV), and variable message signs (VMS)
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• PE License preferred. Candidates hired with their PE will be titled "Traffic Engineer," and candidates hired with their EIT will be titled "Traffic EIT."\
• BSCE Certification
• Local candidates preferred

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-Tennessee-Nashville Other Locations:United States-Tennessee-Brentwood, United States-Tennessee-Memphis 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 affirmative 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.