Traffic Engineer - EIT or PE

Horrocks; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 82,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) match

Job summary

Horrocks is seeking a Traffic Engineer - EIT or PE to join our Transportation Department in Meridian, Idaho. You will manage projects from start to finish, performing traffic analysis, design, reports, and cost estimates under supervision.

Qualifications include a BS in Civil Engineering, Idaho EIT or PE, 3+ years of transportation experience, proficiency with Civil 3D or OpenRoads, and strong communication skills. Competitive compensation and strong benefits offered.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil Engineering (required).
• Interest in both Traffic Analysis and Traffic Design.
• EIT (FE) or PE license in Idaho.
• 3+ years in transportation engineering; PE license within 1 year of hire.
• Experience with ITD, LHTAC, ACHD or local Treasure Valley agencies.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D or OpenRoads; knowledge of ITD/ISPWC standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and analyze traffic for freeways, interstates, interchanges and roadways.
• Prepare transportation studies, memos, reports, plans, specs, and cost estimates.
• Produce deliverables including memos, design plans and reports.
• Design traffic signals, illumination, signing, and pavement markings.
• Develop maintenance of traffic and traffic control plans.
• Apply MUTCD, DOT and local standards to designs.

Skills

Traffic Analysis

Traffic Design

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Written & verbal communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Bentley OpenRoads

Job description

Department: Transportation

Location: Meridian, ID

Compensation: $82,000 - $96,000 / year

Description

Unmatched Comp Time Policy: Hours worked over 40 in a week can be reimbursed as additional pay at an equivalent hourly rate or banked as additional PTO.

At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from companies with values, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we live and work. As a Traffic Engineer - EIT or PE, you will be responsible for a variety of projects, taking ownership from start to finish.

Responsibilities, Expectations, and Duties

• Perform the planning, traffic design, and traffic analysis of freeways, interstate highways, interchanges, urban and rural roadways under the direction of a Project Manager and/or Senior Traffic Engineer
• Prepare and contribute to transportation studies, technical memoranda, reports, plans, specifications, and engineer’s cost estimates for a variety of transportation projects
• Produce project deliverables including technical memoranda, design plans and specifications, and technical reports
• Design traffic signals, illumination, signing and pavement marking improvements for urban streets, rural highways and interstates
• Develop maintenance of traffic and traffic control plans
• Apply MUTCD, DOT, and local agency standards to develop accurate, constructible, and compliant traffic designs
• Coordinate traffic design elements with roadway, drainage, utilities, structures, and right-of-way disciplines to support integrated project delivery
• Support the Project Manager in maintaining project scope, budget, schedule, and quality objectives
• Take responsibility for assigned design tasks and work packages, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards
• Participate in internal quality control reviews and incorporate QA/QC comments into final deliverables
• Provide technical input and mentoring support to junior engineers and designers as appropriate
• Identify design challenges early and communicate potential impacts to the Project Manager and/or Senior Roadway Engineer
• Maintain organized project files and documentation in accordance with company standards
• Interface effectively with coworkers across disciplines to promote collaboration and project success
• Demonstrate professionalism in communications with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
• Interest in both Traffic Analysis and Traffic Design
• EIT (passing FE exam required) or a Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of Idaho
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in transportation engineering with ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of Idaho within one year of hire
• Experience working with any of the following: ITD, LHTAC, ACHD, City of Caldwell, the City of Nampa and other Local Agencies within the Treasure Valley
• Proven experience collaborating on multidisciplinary project teams
• Proficiency using Autodesk Civil 3D and/or Bentley OpenRoads civil design software
• Working knowledge of ITD and/or ISPWC standards and plan development procedures
• ITS design experience is a plus
• Solid written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivated, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency with MS Office applications
• Demonstrated desire for continued personal and professional growth through project-based experience

Benefits

At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
• Professional development opportunities including in-house training
• Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure

For more information, visit our website at www.horrocks.com

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status