Traffic Engineer

Metric Engineering, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation engineering firm is seeking a Traffic Engineer for its Colorado Springs office. In this role, you will conduct traffic analyses, coordinate field visits, and produce client-ready reports and maps. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and experience in traffic engineering. The salary ranges from $85,000 to $115,000, depending on experience and qualifications. This role offers strong professional development opportunities within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of experience in traffic engineering, traffic analysis, and/or transportation planning.
• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license within one year.
• Solid interpersonal skills and sense of ownership for assigned work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver traffic and safety analyses and produce high-quality studies for clients.
• Coordinate and support field visits and attend public/client meetings.
• Collaborate with the Project Engineer of Record on various transportation engineering projects.

Skills

Traffic analysis tools (HCS, Synchro, SIDRA)

Simulation modeling (SimTraffic, VISSIM)

ArcGIS applications

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to collaborate in project teams

Problem-solving and decision-making skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Engineer Intern (EI) certification

Job description

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
• Engineer Intern (EI) certification
• 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

Colorado Pay Range $85,000 – $115,000*

• 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.