Traffic Engineer - Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Kiewit; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering has an opening for a Traffic Engineer in the Traffic/ITS Group with options in Lone Tree CO, Westlake TX, Seattle WA, or Raleigh NC. You will join a multi-disciplinary Infrastructure Design Department delivering design-build projects across North America.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in traffic engineering, a Civil Engineering degree, and an EIT/FE certification, with experience in ITS, signaling, and roadways. Relocation assistance is available.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience supporting transportation projects with responsibilities related to traffic engineering analysis, design, or operations.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or FE exam completed.
• Experience in traffic analysis and modeling, ITS, signals, and roadway lighting.
• Proficiency with MicroStation/ORD or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Familiarity with Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, TransModeler, HCS or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning, analysis, and design of transportation projects across North America with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Support traffic engineering tasks from preliminary through final design (traffic analysis, signing/markings, ITS, signals, lighting).
• Apply traffic engineering principles to develop safe, efficient transportation solutions.
• Review and evaluate traffic operations, construction phasing, and maintenance of traffic plans for safety and delivery.
• Coordinate with engineers and designers to develop integrated project solutions.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and design documents; participate in design reviews.

Skills

Traffic Analysis

Modeling

ITS

Traffic Signals

Roadway Lighting

Signing & Pavement Markings

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

EIT certification or FE exam

Tools

MicroStation/ORD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Synchro/SimTraffic

VISSIM

TransModeler

HCS

Job description

Requisition ID: 182539

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Department: Design Engineering

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering (KIE) has an immediate opening for a dynamic Traffic Engineer in our growing Traffic/ITS Group in Lone Tree, Colorado (Denver Metro area); Westlake, Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth Metro area); Seattle, Washington; or Raleigh, North Carolina. You will be part of our rapidly growing Infrastructure Design Department, which includes structural, geotechnical, MOT, pavement, utilities, drainage, roadway, rail, traffic, and materials disciplines. This infrastructure design group is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the design-build delivery of infrastructure projects.

District Overview

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design Build/Alternative Delivery team are driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects to manage their multi-disciplined design teams to improve schedule, control costs and minimize risks. Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. They analyze problems, determine root causes, and resolve design issues before they impact schedule and budget. Particularly on large design-build projects, clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risks. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and best design practices for all projects that we support. Our participation leads to safe, cost effective, and innovative designs that achieve client expectations and further Kiewit's legacy of excellence. On our team, you'll have the opportunity to see more, touch more, and do more than you ever imagined. Working hard will not only bring you satisfaction from a job well done, but it will help propel your career forward faster than you might expect. We provide training, develop your skills, and allow you to take on projects that impact millions across North America. With top-notch health benefits, a wealth-building 401k plan, and unbeatable growth opportunities, by joining Kiewit, you're ensuring a lifetime of success.

Location

• Lone Tree, Colorado (Denver metro area)
• Westlake, Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth metro area)
• Seattle, Washington
• Raleigh, North Carolina

We offer relocation assistance for candidates outside of the area.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, analysis, and design of transportation projects across North America, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Support traffic engineering tasks from preliminary through final design in areas such as:
• Traffic Analysis and Modeling
• Signing and Pavement Markings
• Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
• Traffic Signals
• Roadway Lighting and Electrical Systems
• Apply traffic engineering principles, standards, and best practices to develop safe and efficient transportation solutions.
• Review and evaluate traffic operations, construction phasing, and maintenance of traffic plans to support project delivery and safety objectives.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, and other technical disciplines to develop integrated project solutions.
• Assist with the preparation of technical reports, calculations, design documentation, and project deliverables.
• Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback from senior engineers, project teams, and clients.
• Support project teams in meeting quality, schedule, and budget objectives

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience supporting transportation projects with responsibilities related to traffic engineering analysis, design, or operations.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam required.
• Experience in one or more of the following traffic engineering disciplines:
• Traffic Analysis and Modeling
• Signing and Pavement Markings
• Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
• Traffic Signals
• Roadway Lighting and Electrical Design
• Working knowledge of MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer (ORD) or AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Familiarity with traffic analysis and simulation software such as Synchro/SimTraffic, VISSIM, TransModeler, HCS, or similar tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and contribute to projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Working Conditions

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.