Traffic Engineer

Align; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Hybrid schedule

401(k) and profit sharing

Stock ownership

Job summary

Fishbeck is seeking a Traffic Engineer to join our Transportation Department and lead traffic projects. You will conduct studies, modeling, forecasts, and maintenance of traffic plans, while coordinating with MDOT, local agencies, and partners.

The role requires a BS in Civil Engineering and 2+ years of experience, with proficiency in traffic software such as HCS, Synchro, and Vissim. Hybrid and flexible schedules are available across Michigan offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• 2+ years of traffic engineering experience.
• Experience with traffic studies and ITE Trip Generation.
• Knowledge of MDOT standards preferred.
• Proficiency with traffic modeling software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare traffic impact and safety studies, forecasts.
• Model intersections and roadways.
• Develop maintenance of traffic plans.
• Write reports and assist signal design.
• Coordinate with MDOT, agencies, and partners.
• Support budgets, schedules, and proposals.

Skills

Verbal communication

Collaboration

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

Highway Capacity Software

Synchro

Vissim

Rodel

MicroStation

Job description

Location: Any Fishbeck Michigan Regional Office

Employment Type: Full-time

For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in what we build together—our work, our reputation, and our future. Now we need to add a Traffic Engineer to help us keep building.

Working with our Transportation Department, you will support and lead traffic engineering projects, including traffic studies, modeling, forecasting, signal operations, maintenance of traffic plans, and client coordination.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare traffic impact studies, safety studies, signal optimization analyses, and traffic forecasts.
• Perform intersection and roadway traffic modeling.
• Conduct roundabout analysis and geometric evaluations.
• Develop maintenance of traffic plans using traffic data.
• Write reports and support traffic signal design and operations.
• Interact with clients, including MDOT, local agencies, consulting partners, and contractors.
• Assist with project budgets, schedules, and technical proposals.
• Manage tasks, mentor staff, and collaborate with transportation professionals across Fishbeck offices.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
• 2+ years of traffic engineering experience.
• Experience with the ITE Trip Generation Manual and traffic studies.
• Preferred knowledge of MDOT traffic standards and guidelines.
• Experience with Highway Capacity Software, Synchro, Vissim, Rodel, and MicroStation software.
• Excellent computer, planning, verbal communication, and collaboration skills.

What We Offer

Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness reimbursement and activities
• Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development
• Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
• 401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities (employee ownership)
• And more!

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Build Your Future Here

Candidates for this position can reside in the Grand Rapids, Farmington Hills, Kalamazoo or Canton, MI market.