Traffic Engineer

Alfred Benesch & Company; Topeka (KS); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Alfred Benesch & Company seeks a Traffic Engineer to join a growing team handling transportation projects for state and local agencies. The role involves engineering analysis, design plans for traffic management during construction, and collaboration with clients and cross-disciplinary teams.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule with opportunities to work from multiple Kansas offices, including Overland Park, Topeka, Wichita, and Manhattan, enabling flexible work arrangements while

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related discipline required.
• E.I.T (or desire to obtain P.E. in the future) preferred.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, GIS, and Microsoft Office products is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of Synchro/Sim Traffic software, Highway Capacity Software, and other traffic analysis programs.
• Demonstrated ability to work and collaborate in a team environment on challenging projects.
• Willingness to be adaptable to office and field tasks.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written - e-mails, project memos, reports, etc.)
• Detailed, and organized individual who thrives in environments that are deadline driven.

Responsibilities

• Participate in collecting and assimilating traffic data for traffic engineering studies.
• Perform capacity analysis using traffic engineering software for a variety of studies.
• Conduct traffic safety studies for municipal and DOT clients.
• Develop geometric alternatives to improve traffic operations and safety.
• Develop design plans for traffic management during construction, pavement marking, signage, and traffic signals.
• Organize capacity and safety analysis results for client reports.

Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Communication

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

E.I.T preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

GIS

Microsoft Office

Synchro/Sim Traffic

Highway Capacity Software

Job description

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country - creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself-apply for the job!

Traffic Engineer

Join our growing Traffic team as a Traffic Engineer. In this role you will work on various transportation projects with state and local transportation agencies. You will perform engineering analysis and supporting calculations / documentation relating to traffic safety and operations. You will prepare traffic design plans involving traffic management during construction, permanent signing, pavement marking and traffic signals for various municipal and DOT clients.

Location

This position is available to work from any of our Kansas offices. This includes Overland Park, KS, Topeka, KS, Wichita, KS, or Manhattan, KS. Hybrid work schedule is available.

The Impact You Will Have

• Participate in collecting and assimilating traffic data for traffic engineering studies.


• Perform capacity analysis using traffic engineering software (Synchro, Highway Capacity Software, Sidra, Vissim) for a variety of studies, including intersections, interchanges, corridor studies, and traffic impact studies for developments.


• Conduct traffic safety studies for both municipal and DOT clients.


• Develop geometric alternatives to improve traffic operations and safety under direction of others.


• Develop design plans for traffic management during construction, pavement marking, signage, and traffic signals.


• Organize capacity and safety analysis results to be included in reports to clientele, following agency standards.


• Perform field or site visits as needed.


• Develop cursory knowledge of applicable standards and use of applicable CADD and Microsoft software.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related discipline required.


• E.I.T (or desire to obtain P.E. in the future) preferred.


• Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, GIS, and Microsoft Office products is preferred but not required.


• Knowledge of Synchro/Sim Traffic software, Highway Capacity Software, and other traffic analysis programs.


• Demonstrated ability to work and collaborate in a team environment on challenging projects.


• Willingness to be adaptable to office and field tasks.


• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written - e-mails, project memos, reports, etc.)


• Detailed, and organized individual who thrives in environments that are deadline driven.#LI-MB1

Why Benesch

It's simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.

• Career growth that's real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward


• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees


• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life


• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees


• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the support and exposure to grow here.

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Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by [e-mail]. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case‑by‑case basis.

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