Traffic Engineer

Jobtailor; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced traffic engineer to support project managers on planning and execution of traffic engineering projects. The role includes traffic studies, LOS analyses, and the design of traffic control devices while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

The candidate should hold a PE, have a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, and be proficient with AutoCAD or MicroStation along with MS Office.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of traffic engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or similar field; PE required.
• Proficient with AutoCAD or MicroStation and traffic design software.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers in planning and execution of traffic engineering projects.
• Prepare scopes, proposals, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Conduct traffic studies, LOS analyses, safety evaluations, and operational assessments.

Skills

Traffic engineering

PE

AutoCAD

MicroStation

MS Office

Communication

Teamwork

Civil engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support project managers in the planning and execution of traffic engineering projects, including traffic studies, roadway analysis, and signal design.
• Assist with the preparation of scopes, proposals, budgets, and schedules for traffic engineering assignments.
• Perform traffic engineering analysis such as traffic counts, level‑of‑service analysis, safety evaluations, and operational assessments under the guidance of senior staff.
• Prepare designs of traffic control devices and systems, including traffic signals, signing, pavement markings, and temporary traffic control plans.
• Prepare technical calculations, exhibits, drawings, and plan sheets using traffic engineering and roadway design software.
• Apply local, state, and federal traffic engineering standards, manuals, and criteria (e.g., MUTCD, AASHTO, state DOT guidelines) to assigned work.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (roadway, planning, structures, utilities) to support integrated transportation solutions.
• Prepare technical memoranda, reports, specifications, and design documentation for traffic engineering projects.
• Collaborate with project teams in communication with clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies regarding traffic operations and design elements.
• Support data collection efforts, including field observations, traffic counts, and site reviews, as needed.
• May assist with reviewing the work of technicians or junior staff for completeness and conformance with project expectations.
• Perform other traffic engineering–related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant traffic engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or similar engineering field.
• Professional Engineer (PE).
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a collaborative team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well individually or as part of a team.