Traffic Engineer

BETA Group, Inc.; Lincoln (RI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Traffic Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role encompasses traffic and transportation design, project coordination, and mentoring junior staff. You will lead technical tasks, conduct field investigations, and prepare essential engineering documents. The company promotes a collaborative environment and offers growth opportunities, including potential advancement to senior technical positions. With a hybrid work schedule allowing flexibility, this position is ideal for those passionate about making a significant impact in the field of engineering. Join a team that values employee advancement and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability Coverage

Long-Term Disability Coverage

Tuition Assistance

401(k) Plan with annual match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Professional Development

Employee Engagement Program

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in traffic and transportation engineering.
• Proficiency in traffic signal design and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical tasks on traffic and transportation projects.
• Conduct field investigations and prepare engineering designs.
• Mentor junior staff and collaborate with design teams.

Skills

Traffic Engineering

Civil Engineering

Data Collection

Traffic Signal Design

AutoCAD Civil3D

Microstation OpenRoads

Synchro/SimTraffic

Field Investigations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Microstation OpenRoads

Synchro

SimTraffic

Job description

Description

BETA is seeking a Traffic Engineer to join our team. This position will play a key role in performing traffic and transportation design, developing contract plans and documents, and mentoring junior staff. This position will also collaborate across our multiple service areas, assist with business development, project pursuits, and coordinate projects with our clients.

Responsibilities:

• Lead technical tasks on various traffic and transportation projects
• Conduct field investigations including roadway inventories/assessments and traffic data collection.
• Perform traffic engineering design including traffic analysis, traffic signal design, phasing and timing, traffic modeling, and simulation.
• Prepare engineering for traffic signals, intersection geometry, pavement markings and signage, temporary traffic control, and construction staging plans.
• Prepare contract documents, reports, and estimates.
• Collaborate with design team members and provide technical support.
• Mentor junior staff to enhance their knowledge and advance their career development.

Preferred location is BETA’s Lincoln office. Candidates should have flexibility to work from our other office locations. BETA also offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing employees to request working remotely up to 2 days per week.

Growth Opportunities:

• BETA encourages and promotes employee advancement and career development.
• Leads to potential advancement to more senior technical positions and project management.

Requirements

Skills Required:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
• 4+ years of related engineering experience in traffic and transportation projects
• Fundamentals in Engineering (FE / EIT) certification
• Demonstrated strong background in traffic and transportation engineering
• Proficiency in Synchro/SimTraffic (Vissim experience is advantageous)
• Experience working with AutoCAD Civil3D and Microstation OpenRoads
• Knowledge of MUTCD, AASHTO and RIDOT/MASSDOT design policy guidelines and requirements
• Must be able to collect field data and measurements including but not limited to roadway, sidewalk, and utility assets; and perform asset inspections
• Must be able to lift/move objects weighing up to 40 pounds
• Must be able to perform field work in both hot and cold weather (rain and/or snow)
• Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Preferred Experience:

• Professional Engineer (PE) License

About BETA:

BETA Group, Inc. is a New England based consultant engineering firm and leader in the fields of transportation, traffic, structural, civil/site, and water/wastewater engineering; landscape architecture; urban design and planning; GIS/asset management; environmental sciences and permitting; and construction services. BETA is 100% employee-owned and offers an exceptional compensation and benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition Assistance
• Professional Development
• Employee Engagement Program
• 401(k) Plan with annual 401k match

BETA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be eligible for employment in the USA without sponsorship.