Traffic Engineer I: Field Data & Design

TERRA Engineering, Ltd.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 56,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Hybrid work arrangements

Retirement plan with safe harbor match

Job summary

TERRA Engineering, Ltd. invites applications for a Traffic Engineer I in our Transportation/Traffic Studies team in St. Louis, MO. This entry-level role blends field data collection with foundational analysis and design, under guidance from experienced engineers.

You will gain hands-on experience, contribute to real project deliverables, and build technical judgment while advancing in your career. The position requires travel and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field from ABET/EAC-accredited program.
• Zero+ years of experience
• Valid driver’s license
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation or FE exam preferred

Responsibilities

• Collect traffic data related to traffic flow, crashes, land use, and roadway geometry.
• Set up and operate field equipment and collect data.
• Prepare data using prescribed software and methods.
• Support traffic studies and design concepts under guidance.
• Perform basic analysis and design calculations and document procedures.
• Prepare schematics and design details using CAD software.
• Participate in field investigations as assigned.
• Review work for quality control and accuracy.

Skills

Data collection

Public speaking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

Microsoft 365

Bluebeam

PowerPoint

Job description

TERRA Engineering, Ltd. invites applications for a Traffic Engineer I in our Transportation/Traffic Studies team in St. Louis, MO. This entry-level role blends field data collection with foundational analysis and design, under guidance from experienced engineers.

You will gain hands-on experience, contribute to real project deliverables, and build technical judgment while advancing in your career. The position requires travel and a valid driver’s license.