Traffic Engineer

HDR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Traffic Engineer in Houston, TX to lead complex traffic projects, perform analyses, and develop signal plans. You will apply design judgment, supervise a small team, and collaborate with peers on mid-size projects, ensuring safety and quality in all deliverables.

The role requires a PE license and 5+ years’ experience in traffic engineering, with CAD and traffic modeling tools. HDR values inclusion and employee ownership across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and PE license required.
• Experience with traffic analysis and traffic engineering/design.
• Hands-on CAD experience with MicroStation, AutoCAD, Guide Sign.
• Experience with analysis tools: HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, Aimsun.
• Experience with safety software such as Highway Safety Software.
• Proficiency with MS Office; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex traffic engineering projects and prepare PS and E documents.
• Make design and engineering procedure decisions as needed.
• Serve as technical specialist or project manager on mid-size projects.
• Supervise small staff of professionals and technicians as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Strong verbal and written skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Guide Sign

HCS

Synchro

VISSIM

Aimsun

Highway Safety Software

Job description

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?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

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.

In the role of Traffic Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Perform complex traffic engineering projects, exercise sound engineering judgment, preparation of traffic signal plans, traffic impact analysis reports and PS and E documents
• Make decisions on design and engineering procedures as needed
• Function as technical specialist or project manager on mid-size projects, but project management is not sole focus of this position
• Supervise small staff of professionals and technicians as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years experience with traffic analysis and traffic engineering/design

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience with traffic analysis and traffic engineering/design
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Detailed hands on experience conducting traffic design using CAD platforms including MicroStation, Autocad and Guide Sign software
• Detailed hands on experience conducting operational analysis using a variety of analysis and modeling tools specific to support job duties, including HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, and Aimsun
• Detailed hands on experience conducting safety analysis using a variety of safety software tools including 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 have 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 (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location:United States-Texas-Houston Industry:Highway + Road Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular BusinessClass:Traffic Engineering Job Posting:Sep 17, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.