Traffic EIT/Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Traffic EIT/Engineer to join their dynamic team in Manhattan. This role offers the opportunity to lead and grow the traffic engineering and planning practice in the NY/NJ market, working on diverse projects from safety analyses to innovative transportation solutions. You will collaborate with a dedicated team, utilizing advanced modeling tools and traffic design strategies to enhance surface transportation. This is a chance to make a meaningful impact in your community and beyond while being part of a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in traffic engineering/transportation planning experience.
• PE license preferred for title as Traffic Engineer.
• Strong computer skills using CAD platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage transportation projects independently and develop business relationships.
• Conduct operational traffic analysis using various modeling tools.
• Focus on traffic design and mitigation strategies.

Skills

Traffic Engineering

Transportation Planning

Operational Traffic Analysis

Traffic Design

Client Interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Transportation Engineering

Master's degree in Operations/Engineering/Planning

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Synchro

HCS

VISSIM

Aimsun

Excel VBA

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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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.

HDR is looking to hire a Traffic EIT/Engineer in our Manhattan office who will help lead and grow the traffic engineering/planning practice in the NY/NJ market. The selected individual will also have the opportunity to work on projects across the country from other HDR offices.

Projects will range from traditional traffic engineering/planning studies to innovative solution development with advanced technologies for surface transportation. The range of projects that the individual in this position will work on may include:

• Local, regional and statewide multimodal transportation plans
• Traffic engineering studies
• Highway/roadway safety analyses
• Travel demand forecasting
• Transportation planning reports
• Transit studies (rail and bus)
• Bicycle and pedestrian studies
• Corridor signal timing and optimization
• Roadway and bridge projects with major traffic analysis and design components
• Design-build projects with major traffic analysis and design components
• Transportation research

Must be able to independently manage large and small transportation projects. Would be responsible for developing business relationships through client interaction, project pursuits, and general marketing activities.

In the role of Traffic EIT/Engineer, 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

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Transportation Engineering or closely related field
• Masters degree in Operations/Engineering/Planning is preferred
• Minimum of 3 years in traffic engineering/transportation planning experience
• PE requirement preferred. If a candidate is hired with a PE license they will be titled "Traffic Engineer"
• Computer skills using Microsoft Office, Synchro/Sim Traffic, HCS, AutoCAD and MicroStation
• Valid driver's license required and ability to drive in the NY/NJ metro area
• Programming skills with Excel VBA, Python, or ArcGIS preferred
• Active involvement in professional societies is desirable
• Traffic engineering/planning experience with New York/New Jersey agencies, or equivalent DOT experience preferred
• Local candidates preferred

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Required Qualifications

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

• 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.

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

Primary Location

: United States-New York-New York

Industry

: Highway + Road

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Traffic Engineering

Job Posting

Job Posting

: May 7, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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