Traffic Engineer

HDR; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in North Carolina seeks a Traffic Engineer to join their team. You will be responsible for traffic forecasting, analysis, and engineering on diverse transportation projects. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, at least 6 years of related experience, and proficiency in various traffic software tools. This full-time role offers opportunities to make impactful contributions to community transportation systems.

Qualifications

• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board.
• Minimum of 6 years of related experience.
• Detailed hands-on experience with various traffic modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a traffic team on analysis and design.
• Prepare traffic safety study reports and analyses.
• Present technical findings to clients.

Skills

Traffic analysis

Traffic engineering/design

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

MS in Engineering or related field

Tools

TransModeler

MicroStation

Autocad

HCS

Synchro

VISSIM

Job description

Overview

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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?

We believe transportation is more than movement—it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs.

This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

Position details

HDR is looking for a Traffic Engineer to join our North Carolina Transportation Business Group. This role must be based out of the following offices: Raleigh, Charlotte, Wilmington (NC), Winston-Salem, or Asheville. In this role, we’ll count on you to:

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a traffic team under the direction of the Project Engineer/Manager on a variety of traffic forecasting, analysis, engineering, and design needs for a variety of transportation projects.
• Prepare traffic safety study reports, intersection and interchange operational analyses using HCS, VISSIM, TRANSMODELER, SYNCHRO, SIMTRAFFIC and other applicable Transportation Engineering Models
• Analyze, optimize, implement, and fine tune traffic system timings along major corridors.
• Perform field visits
• Write and prepare reports.
• Present technical findings and project updates to clients and actively contribute as a member of client management teams, fostering strong relationships and ensuring responsive, high-quality service.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Detailed hands on experience using TransModeler
• MS in Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 6 years of related experience
• Ability to multitask while working on many projects simultaneously
• Local candidates are preferred

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 & Our Commitment

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.

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.

Locations & Schedule

Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Raleigh

Other Locations: United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem, United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-North Carolina-Wilmington, United States-North Carolina-Asheville

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Transportation Planning

Job Posting: Oct 15, 2025

Equal Opportunity

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

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