Traffic Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative firm dedicated to enhancing community safety through effective transportation planning. As an entry-level Traffic Engineer, you'll collaborate with experienced professionals to design traffic solutions, conduct impactful studies, and engage with the community. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of transportation. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, professional growth, and employee feedback. With competitive benefits and a commitment to excellence, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in their community.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

401K contributions

Life Insurance

Long-term and Short-term Disability

Education Assistance

Qualifications

• 0-4 years of experience in traffic engineering.
• Knowledge of Access Management Manual and MUTCD.

Responsibilities

• Design traffic signals and conduct traffic impact studies.
• Collect field observations and write technical reports.

Skills

Traffic Operations Understanding

Technical Report Writing

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

EI Certification

Tools

MicroStation

Synchro

HCS Software

Job description

Job Description

Birmingham, AL | Full-time | Transportation | 1 Position Available

Safer roads, shorter commute times, and informed drivers—at Sain Associates, we believe transportation planning and design can positively impact the communities we serve. If you want to make a lasting change in your community, join our Traffic Engineering & Planning discipline as an entry-level Traffic Engineer in our Birmingham office.

On a typical day, you might collaborate with your Project Manager to design a new traffic signal, conduct a traffic impact study, or attend a public meeting to educate your community on a project. This position is ideal for someone passionate about roadway safety and ensuring equitable transportation access for all road users. Responsibilities include data analysis, writing technical reports, collecting field observations, and traveling to job sites.

For examples of our work, check out our project profiles: Outer Loop Feasibility Study, APPLE Studies, Bike/Pedestrian Plan, and Transportation Planning.

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
• EI Certification (or pursuing)
• 0-4 years of experience
• Understanding of traffic operations and conceptual geometric design
• Knowledge of the Access Management Manual, MUTCD, Highway Safety Manual, and Trip Manual
• CADD experience, preferably MicroStation
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English
• Valid Driver's License

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with Synchro or capacity analysis software like HCS

Your Work at Sain

Grow your career the way you want. All staff have check-ins throughout the year to support their career goals. We also offer in-house lunch and learns, webinars, and company-paid attendance at professional conferences.

Enjoy more work-life balance. Our engineers typically work 40-45 hours per week. We also offer telework options on Fridays. Sain's culture is dedicated to helping employees succeed in all aspects of their lives.

Have a voice in our company's future. Our leadership invites employees to participate in our annual strategic business planning. We also gather feedback through staff surveys and focus groups.

Partner with an award-winning team focused on excellence. Through diverse practice areas, we shape communities to create more livable and vibrant spaces and infrastructure. Examples include the I-59/20 Central Business District Bridge Replacement Project, the New and Improved I-65 Corridor in North Shelby County, Cahaba Road Transportation Enhancements, Opelika Bicycle and Pedestrian Project, and updating ALDOT's Access Management Manual.

To learn more about us, visit our blog!

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K contributions
• Life Insurance
• Long-term and Short-term Disability
• Education Assistance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.