Traffic Engineer

GFT; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Traffic Engineer to join our Boston-based Northeast Transportation Team in a hybrid role. You will lead design and delivery of traffic projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with project managers and public clients to enhance regional mobility.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree with transportation focus, PE licensure or plan to obtain within 1–2 years, and 7–10 years of traffic experience. Proficiency with AutoCAD and Synchro/SimTraffic is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with focus in transportation from ABET-accredited university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain licensure within 1–2 years.
• 7–10 years of progressive experience in traffic engineering and design.
• Synchro and SimTraffic experience.
• Knowledge of MUTCD & HCM.
• Plan development with AutoCAD (required); Microstation a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word for engineering and business applications.
• Strong teamwork, initiative, organization, and collaboration.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review design calculations.
• Research design alternatives, code requirements and present findings.
• Prepare and review reports, contract drawings, cost estimates and specifications.
• Communicate regularly with the Project Manager regarding results and progress.
• Lead and mentor entry-level engineers.
• Attend meetings with clients, subconsultants and project stakeholders.
• Engage in business development activities including information gathering, preliminary design and proposals.
• Develop accurate engineering designs and plans within budgets and schedules.
• Maintain professional knowledge through workshops and publications.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

MS Excel

MS Word

MUTCD

HCM

AutoCAD

MicroStation

VISSIM

Plan development

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

VISSIM

Sidra

Job description

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Traffic Engineer to join our Northeast Transportation Team. This hybrid position will be based out of GFT’s Boston office. This is an exciting time to join our team!

Working on the Transportation Team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature transportation projects here.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

As a Traffic Engineer, you’ll take on a lead technical role in the planning, design, and delivery of traffic projects that strengthen regional mobility. The Traffic Team is currently involved in safety and design alternative analysis, corridor reconstruction projects, interchange and intersection improvements, bridge preservation projects and bridge replacement projects. Our success has been built on teamwork with our colleagues in highway, bridge, stormwater, and utility design. We strive for innovation and ingenuity in our designs so we can provide the best outcome for all transportation users.

You’ll also have opportunities to serve as a task lead, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate directly with project managers and public agency clients. As part of the GFT Transportation Group, you’ll operate in a hybrid work model supported by a culture that promotes continuous learning, professional growth, and leadership development.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Prepare and review design calculations.
• Research design alternatives, code requirements and present findings.
• Prepare and review reports, contract drawings, cost estimates and specifications.
• Communicate regularly with the Project Manager as to expected results, workload, and progress.
• Advocate for, lead, and mentor entry-level engineers.
• Communicate and attend meetings with clients, subconsultants, and other project stakeholders.
• Engage in business development activities including information gathering, preliminary design and proposal writing.
• Develop accurate and consistent engineering designs and plans with quality presentation, while meeting project budgets, schedules, and company standards.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

What You Will Bring To Our Firm

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with a focus in transportation from an ABET-accredited university or college.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain licensure within 1–2 years.
• 7-10 years of progressive experience in traffic engineering and design.
• Synchro and SimTraffic experience.
• Knowledge of MUTCD & HCM.
• Knowledge of plan development with CADD: AutoCAD (required), Microstation (a plus).
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel and Word for engineering and business applications.
• Ability to work in a team environment, demonstrate initiative, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

What We Prefer You Bring

• Prior experience with Massachusetts Department of Transportation and/or Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority projects preferred including well versed in client design policies, standards and specifications.
• Experience using VISSIM, Sidra, and SignCAD.
• Familiarity with Work Zone analysis.
• Construction Staging & Temporary Traffic Control Plans & Detour Plans.
• Traffic signal design.
• Familiarity with highway design principles.
• Design-build experience.
• Ability to work on multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to actively engage in multiple perspectives when solving problems, is willing to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $110,000 - $145,000; Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Location: Boston, MA

Working Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM

Employment Status: Full-time