Traffic Engineer III

Alta Planning + Design; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Medical and Dental/Vision Plans

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Alta Planning + Design is seeking an Engineer III – Traffic in Denver, CO to lead traffic engineering analysis and design tasks. This role includes conducting traffic studies and collaborating with teams on sustainable transportation projects.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience as a traffic engineer, a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, and proficiency in AutoCAD. Alta offers a flexible, hybrid work schedule and competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a traffic engineer in a consulting environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Strong understanding of multimodal safety and engineering design principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead traffic engineering analysis and design tasks.
• Conduct multimodal traffic engineering analyses.
• Prepare traffic signal timing evaluations and support implementations.

Skills

Traffic engineering

AutoCAD

Traffic analysis tools

Multimodal safety

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer registration (preferred)

Tools

Synchro

MicroStation

MS Excel

MS Project

Job description

Engineer III – Traffic

Department: Engineering

Location: Denver, CO

Compensation: $90,000 - $115,000 / year

Description

Alta is looking for a Traffic Engineer III to join our traffic group located in our Denver office. In this role, you will support and lead traffic engineering analysis, safety and planning studies, and design tasks for sustainable transportation projects focused on making a positive impact on communities around the country.

Day to Day

• Lead and support conceptual design plans and engineering-backed recommendations in partnership with safety, planning, and design teams.
• Conduct multimodal traffic engineering analyses, including traffic operations, safety assessments, corridor/intersection studies, signal operations review, and traffic simulation/modeling.
• Prepare traffic signal timing and retiming evaluations, including signal timing sheets and implementation support as needed.
• Develop cost estimates for safety, planning, and engineering projects.
• Develop traffic signal plans, street lighting plans, ITS design, signing/striping layouts, temporary traffic control plans (TCPs), and PS&E packages using AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Apply MUTCD, Caltrans, NACTO, FHWA, and local agency standards to analysis findings and design solutions.
• Collaborate with engineers and planners to integrate bicycle, pedestrian, transit, accessibility, and safety enhancements into projects.
• Support quality control, constructability review, and coordination with clients and partner disciplines.
• Mentor junior staff in traffic analysis, design best practices, and project delivery.
• Implement best practices and process improvements to enhance project efficiency and consistency.
• Support traffic group leadership with business development, scopes, fee estimates, proposals, and client coordination.

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of experience as a traffic engineer in a consulting environment or public entity.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Proficiency in Synchro, Vistro, VISSIM, SIDRA, and/or similar traffic analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of traffic analysis, traffic operations, multimodal safety, and engineering design principles.
• Demonstrated experience preparing Plans, Specifications, and Estimates packages for traffic design-related projects, including traffic signals, signing and striping, TCPs, ITS, and/or street lighting.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple simultaneous projects with cross-functional teams.
• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, MS Project, or equivalent tools.

Preferred

• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the state where the position is based, or ability to obtain within twelve months of hire; PTOE or California T.E. certification a plus.
• Transportation planning and operations experience, including signal timing, multimodal corridor studies, safety action plans, Vision Zero initiatives, or Safe System projects.
• Experience in active and non-motorized transportation planning and design.
• Experience supporting traffic operations analysis using Synchro, VISSIM, Vistro, SIDRA, or similar tools.
• Proficiency in AGI and/or Visual Lighting.
• Experience supporting grant-funded or federally funded safety and mobility projects.
• Active participation in industry-relevant professional associations and committees.

What We Offer

Flexible Schedule

Alta offers a flexible, hybrid work schedule where most employees work from home three days per week. In-office days support our collaborative culture, one of our core values.

Compensation

The pay range for this job in Denver is $90,000-$115,000 annually. Placement within the range is based upon experience, skill-sets, and qualifications.

Benefits

• Medical: PPO or HSA medical plans
• Dental/Vision: PPO
• Life Insurance: Alta pays 100% of the premium for life and AD&DD, equal to your base compensation
• 401(k): Alta provides a match up to 3%
• PTO: 21 days accrued annually to start
• Holidays: 11 total company paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave/Short-Term Disability
• Additional Benefits: Wellness reimbursement up to $800 annually, Alta Gets Around benefit of up to $900 annually, 5-year travel award, and professional development opportunities