Traffic Engineer

HDR; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a Traffic Engineer to join their team in North Carolina. In this role, you will be responsible for traffic forecasting, analysis, and design for various transportation projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, a professional engineer license, and hands-on experience with relevant modeling tools. This full-time position offers opportunities to make a significant impact on transportation systems in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of related experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word.
• Professional engineer license required.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a traffic team on traffic forecasting and design.
• Prepare traffic safety study reports and operational analyses.
• Analyze and optimize traffic system timings.

Skills

Traffic analysis

Traffic engineering/design

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

MS in Engineering or related field

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

HCS

Synchro

VISSIM

Aimsun

TransModeler

Job description

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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?

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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.

We believe transportation is more than movement—it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility.

This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

Location

North Carolina Transportation Business Group – based in Raleigh, Charlotte, Wilmington, Winston‑Salem, or Asheville.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a traffic team under the direction of the Project Engineer/Manager on traffic forecasting, analysis, engineering, and design for various transportation projects.
• Prepare traffic safety study reports and intersection and interchange operational analyses using HCS, VISSIM, TRANSMODELER, SYNCHRO, SIMTRAFFIC and other applicable models.
• Analyze, optimize, implement, and fine‑tune traffic system timings along major corridors.
• Perform field visits.
• Write and prepare reports.
• Present technical findings and project updates to clients and actively contribute as a member of client management teams, fostering strong relationships and ensuring responsive, high‑quality service.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Detailed hands‑on experience using TransModeler.
• MS in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of related experience.
• Ability to multitask while working on many projects simultaneously.
• Local candidates are preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience with traffic analysis and traffic engineering/design.
• Professional engineer license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.
• Hands‑on experience conducting traffic design using CAD platforms including MicroStation, Autocad and Guide Sign software.
• Hands‑on experience conducting operational analysis using various modeling tools such as HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, and Aimsun.
• Hands‑on experience conducting safety analysis using Highway Safety Software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• 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 play 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 provide a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute.

Job Details

Industry: Highway + Road
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular

EEO Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.