Traffic Engineer, Professional Engineer – MOT and Signing

Mannik Smith Group; Pleasant Grove (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) with 50% match on contributions

Paid professional organization membership

Sign-on bonus eligibility

Job summary

The Mannik Smith Group is seeking a mid-level Traffic Engineer in Pleasant Grove, UT. This role involves planning, designing, and delivering transportation projects focused on safety and mobility improvements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, PE licensure, and 4-8 years of experience. The position offers a competitive salary between $90,000 and $125,000 along with comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of experience in traffic engineering design with a focus on signing and MOT.
• Knowledge of DOT's plan preparation procedures and standards.
• Hands-on experience with design software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and prepare plans for signing, striping, and MOT for various projects.
• Prepare technical reports, construction plans, and specifications.
• Coordinate traffic discussions with project teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Traffic engineering design

Maintenance of traffic (MOT)

Signing and pavement markings

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) licensure

Tools

Bentley ProjectWise

MicroStation

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Synchro/SimTraffic

Job description

Traffic Engineer, Professional Engineer - MOT and Signing

Department: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Pleasant Grove, UT

Compensation: $90,000 - $125,000 / year

Description

Unmatched Comp Time Policy: Hours worked over 40 in a week can be reimbursed as additional pay at an equivalent hourly rate or banked as additional PTO.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated mid‑level Traffic Engineer with experience in maintenance of traffic (MOT), signing and pavement markings to support the planning, design, and delivery of transportation projects. This role is ideal for an engineer with 4+ years of experience who is ready to expand technical depth, take ownership of design tasks, and contribute meaningfully to project success.

The Traffic Engineer will work closely with senior engineers, project managers, and clients to deliver thoughtful, high‑quality traffic design solutions that improve safety and mobility for communities.

What are the core responsibilities for the role?

• Analysis, design, and plan sheet preparation of signing, striping, and MOT/traffic control for interstates, freeways, highways, interchanges, and intersections
• Prepare clear and accurate studies, technical reports, construction plans, specifications, and estimates from start to finish with minimal oversight
• Function as a technical specialist on small to mid‑scale projects
• Coordinate and lead traffic discussions with the project team, clients, and stakeholders
• Coordinate and work within a team of project managers, design engineers, technicians, and support staff to successfully complete a variety of transportation projects
• Assist in managing assignments, workloads, and training/mentoring of traffic group staff
• Assist in coordination with other managers and leads to share resources

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university
• Professional Engineering (PE) licensure
• 4 - 8 years experience in traffic engineering design with a focus on signing and MOT
• Knowledge and experience with Bentley ProjectWise, MicroStation, InRoads, OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D, SignCAD, and other applicable software common to the field of transportation engineering
• Hands‑on experience with Synchro/SimTraffic, Vistro, and/or Vissim preferred
• Experience in roadway design is preferred
• Experience with DOT’s plan preparation procedures and standards
• Experience and understanding of local, regional, state, and federal design criteria
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills
• Self‑motivated with solid organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to interact and work cooperatively with client and multi‑disciplinary team members
• A desire to grow personally and professionally with each project while working in a team environment to create designs and drawings supporting our client’s overall project goals

Why would a candidate want this job?

At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award‑winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
• Professional development opportunities including in‑house training
• Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure
• As part of our investment in top talent, this role is eligible for a sign‑on bonus

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status