Traffic Engineer (PE) - Alaska

HDR; Alaska; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Traffic Engineer in Anchorage to help shape transportation systems that move people and goods safely and efficiently. You will work on projects spanning highway, bridge, transit, and rail with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and planners.

Role requires a PE license, 4+ years in traffic design/analysis, and proficiency with CAD tools and traffic modeling software. Strong communication and mentoring are essential for success in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• PE license is required.
• Experience with traffic design/analysis and CAD tools.
• Experience with safety analysis using safety software.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead traffic design and analysis projects, including signal design and safety studies.
• Prepare PS&E plans with design teams and project managers.
• Develop traffic studies and signal timing plans.
• Evaluate roadways safety and provide design recommendations.
• Mentor entry-level designers and drafters; interact with clients as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned and work in a team environment.

Skills

Traffic analysis

Team collaboration

Verbal & written communication

Project coordination

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Guide Sign software

HCS

Synchro

VISSIM

Aimsun

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

In the role of a Traffic Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Serve in a technical role under the direction of a Project Manager on traffic design and analysis projects ranging from traffic signal design, pedestrian facility / accessibility design, pavement marking and signing, operational analysis, traffic signal systems, and traffic safety studies. Focus on traffic design, including accident analysis and mitigation strategies, signing, striping, traffic signals, lighting, and Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS)
• Will work closely with Project Managers, Traffic EITs, and design teams to prepare PS&E plans including traffic signal design, lighting, sidewalk, pathway, cycle track, and curb ramp design, pavement marking and signing, sidewalk, and traffic control plans for various state and local agencies.
• Work with Project Managers, Traffic EITs, and design teams for development of traffic studies including traffic impact analyses, traffic signal timing plans, microscopic simulation modeling, and macroscopic simulation modeling.
• Work with Project Manager and design team members in evaluating roadways safety, preparing vulnerable user assessments, providing recommendations and design guidance to comply with adopted community plans and objectives.
• Conduct safety analysis using a variety of safety software.
• Oversee the work and provide mentoring, guidance, and coaching to entry level designers, drafter’s and other EIT’s
• Assume some project management duties and interact with clients as needed
• Perform other duties as needed
• Applicant should have prior experience in these areas and should be able to work in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Alaska PE
• Experience in traffic design including preparation of PS&E plans
• Working knowledge of ADA requirements; PROWAG is a plus
• Minimum 4 years of traffic design and analysis experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience with traffic analysis and traffic engineering/design
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Detailed hands on experience conducting traffic design using CAD platforms including MicroStation, Autocad and Guide Signsoftware
• Detailed hands on experience conducting operational analysis using avariety of analysis and modeling tools specific to support job duties,including HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, and Aimsun
• Detailed hands on experienceconducting safety analysis using a variety of safety software tools includingHighway Safety Software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word
• Strong verbal and written skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-Alaska-Anchorage

Other Locations: United States-Alaska

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Highways

Job Posting: Mar 21, 2026

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