Traffic Engineer

Metric Engineering; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) plan with a generous company match

Professional development program

Life insurance (basic)

Optional life insurance

Professional development

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Colorado Springs is seeking a Traffic Engineer to join their transportation team. This role involves delivering traffic analyses, producing client-ready reports, and collaborating with project teams on various engineering projects. Candidates should have at least four years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, and the ability to obtain a PE license. The position offers opportunities for professional development and strong career growth within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of experience in traffic engineering or transportation planning.
• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license within one year.
• Strong interpersonal and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver traffic and safety analyses.
• Produce high-quality studies and reports for clients.
• Support field visits and attend public meetings.
• Collaborate with Project Engineer of Record for project delivery.

Skills

Traffic analysis tools such as HCS, Synchro, and SIDRA

Communication skills (written and verbal)

Problem-solving skills

Ability to collaborate effectively

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

ArcGIS applications (map production and geodatabase development)

PowerPoint for presentations

SIDRA

SimTraffic

VISSIM

ArcGIS

PowerPoint

CDOT standards

Job description

Metric Engineering is a leader in transportation engineering and design because we hire people who dance to the beat of a slightly different drum. We value creativity as much as precision, aesthetics as much as practicality. We care deeply about the work we do and the impact it has on those in our community. We listen. If this sounds like you, check out our current openings. We’d love to hear from you.

• Medical, dental & vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents available
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday pay
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Basic life insurance
• Optional life insurance

Professional development program based on company approval for:

• Formal education
• Obtaining professional registrations
• Participating in professional seminars and conferences

Metric Engineering is looking for a Traffic Engineer to join our Colorado Springs office! Metric Engineering’s transportation team supports public agencies with a wide range of transportation engineering services, including complex and engaging projects such as early master planning, interchange concept development, and smart work zone deployment. As a Traffic Engineer, you will help deliver traffic and safety analyses, coordinate and support field visits, attend public and client meetings, and produce high-quality studies and reports for our clients.

This role supports a variety of transportation engineering projects and includes close collaboration with the Project Engineer of Record. The position offers strong opportunities for professional development and career growth. Along with the technical analyses, you will contribute to and produce client‑ready deliverables including reports, maps, exhibits, and geospatial datasets.

What you should bring:

• Four (4) or more years of experience in traffic engineering, traffic analysis, and/or transportation planning
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license within one (1) year
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a project team
• Sense of ownership and accountability for assigned work
• Solid interpersonal, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills

Experience should include:

• Traffic analysis tools such as HCS, Synchro, and SIDRA; and simulation modeling using SimTraffic or VISSIM
• ArcGIS applications (map production and geodatabase development)
• Preparation of project presentations using PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of CDOT manuals, guidelines, and standards
• Applying engineering judgment when performing analyses and developing recommendations

Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, and education.

About Us:

Metric Engineering, Inc. was founded in 1976 as a transportation engineering company on the principle of providing personalized consulting services. Today, we are among the top consulting engineering firms in Florida specializing in civil, transportation, and disaster relief projects. Over the last four decades, Metric has successfully completed numerous large, complex transportation projects in the United States and abroad. Metric’s Environmental Department was created in 2010 and now generates annual revenues exceeding two million dollars. Our multi‑disciplinary workforce and strategically located regional offices enable us to provide both maximized local responsiveness and a diversified technical base. Our clients include local, county, and state agencies, as well as a wide array of private clients.

EOE Statement:

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.