Traffic Engineer

Verdantas; Kentucky; On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Environment

Paid Parental Leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off + Holidays

Job summary

Verdantas is hiring a Transportation Engineer in the United States to lead traffic studies from planning through construction and to guide transportation solutions for public and private clients. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality work on time and within budget.

This role requires 3+ years of experience, a PE license (PTOE a plus), and proficiency with key traffic/geometry tools. Strong communication and regulatory experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited) required.
• Minimum 3 years of traffic or civil engineering experience.
• PE license required; PTOE is a strong plus.
• Experience with ODOT, municipalities, and regulatory processes.
• Proficiency with MicroStation, GEOPAK, HCS, Synchro, VISSIM or TransModeler.

Responsibilities

• Lead traffic engineering studies and design projects from planning through construction.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality work on schedule and within budget.
• Partner directly with clients—both public and private—to understand goals and guide transportation solutions.
• Navigate ODOT and local agency processes, helping move projects forward efficiently.
• Contribute to proposals and help shape new opportunities across a diverse project portfolio.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Civil engineering

PE license

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

MicroStation

GEOPAK

HCS

Synchro

VISSIM

TransModeler

Job description

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose! At Verdantas, we're redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting‑edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high‑growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.

Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people‑focused culture, prioritizing the well‑being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data‑driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don't just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.

Join a people‑first culture that values your well‑being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead traffic engineering studies and design projects from early planning through construction
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality work on schedule and within budget
• Partner directly with clients-both public and private-to understand goals and guide transportation solutions
• Navigate ODOT and local agency processes, helping move projects forward efficiently
• Contribute to proposals and help shape new opportunities across a diverse project portfolio

What Makes This Role Different:

• Visible impact - Work on projects that directly improve communities across Ohio
• Growth opportunity - Be part of an expanding transportation practice with strong leadership support
• Variety of work - Public and private sector projects, ranging in size and complexity
• Voice at the table - Your ideas and expertise will help shape both projects and the future of the team

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET‑accredited) or related field
• 3+ years of traffic or civil engineering experience
• PE license required (PTOE is a strong plus)
• Experience with ODOT, municipalities, and regulatory processes
• Proficiency with MicroStation and GEOPAK
• Experience with HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, and/or TransModeler
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Salary Range:

The starting salary for this position is $90,000, with final compensation determined based on qualifications, experience, and licensing status.

Benefits:

• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance - regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.

Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet

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