Traffic Engineer (PE) - Alaska

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Alaska seeks a Traffic Engineer to work on traffic design and analysis projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in traffic analysis and hold a Professional Engineer (PE) license. Responsibilities include developing traffic studies, safety analyses, and providing mentorship to junior engineers. A commitment to teamwork and community engagement is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of traffic design and analysis experience.
• Hands-on experience conducting traffic design.
• Experience with traffic signal design and operational analysis.

Responsibilities

• Serve in a technical role on traffic design projects.
• Develop traffic studies including traffic impact analyses.
• Conduct safety analysis using safety software.
• Provide mentoring to entry-level designers.

Skills

Traffic analysis

Traffic engineering/design

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

HCS

Synchro

VISSIM

Aimsun

Highway Safety Software

Microsoft Office

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. We weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities. Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. When you join us, you 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.

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 including traffic signal design, pedestrian facility/accessibility design, pavement marking and signing, operational analysis, traffic signal systems, and traffic safety studies. Focus on traffic design, accident analysis and mitigation strategies, signing, striping, traffic signals, lighting, and Intelligent Traffic Systems (ITS).
• Work closely with Project Managers, Traffic EITs, and design teams to prepare PS&E plans including traffic signal design, lighting, sidewalk, pathway, cycle track, curb ramp design, pavement marking and signing, sidewalk, and traffic control plans for various state and local agencies.
• Develop traffic studies including traffic impact analyses, traffic signal timing plans, microscopic simulation modeling, and macroscopic simulation modeling in collaboration with Project Managers, Traffic EITs, and design teams.
• Evaluate roadways safety, prepare vulnerable user assessments, and provide 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, drafters, and other EITs.
• Assume some project management duties and interact with clients as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

Applicant should have prior experience in these areas and should be able to work in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

• Experience with traffic analysis and traffic engineering/design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Hands‑on experience conducting traffic design using CAD platforms including MicroStation, AutoCAD and Guide Signsoftware.
• Hands‑on experience conducting operational analysis using a variety of analysis and modeling tools such as HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, and Aimsun.
• Hands‑on experience conducting safety analysis using a variety of safety software tools including Highway Safety Software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word.
• Commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.

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 help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute.

Primary Location

Other Locations

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.