Traffic Engineer: Signal Design & Modeling — Growth & PTO

CBS²; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; Full time

Job description

CBS² is seeking an energetic, highly motivated, detail-oriented, self-starter to join our team as a Traffic Engineer.

CBS² is seeking an energetic, highly motivated, detail-oriented, self-starter to join our team as a Traffic Engineer.

This is a full-time role based out of our Minneapolis, MN location.

The Traffic Engineer role includes performing advanced traffic engineering for municipal and state projects, including traffic signalization and detailed traffic analysis from concept through implementation. The position includes developing forecasts, conducting capacity and safety analyses, and contributing to complex modeling efforts to support data-driven transportation solutions. Working closely with a collaborative team, this role offers opportunities to grow technical expertise and take on increasing project responsibility. CBS² values quality and client-focused solutions that enhance the safety and functionality of the communities we serve.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Design and develop plans for large and small scale projects including street lighting, traffic signals, signing, pavement marking, temporary traffic control, and noise wall analysis.
• Utilize civil design software such as Bentley Open Roads to produce construction drawings for clients.
• Complete simulations and modeling of light levels (using AGi32), noise levels (using FHWA TNM 2.5), and vehicle delay and queueing (using Synchro / Sim Traffic).
• Develop traffic studies such as ICE reports including field visits and observations, traffic forecasts, alternative analysis, and safety analysis. Safety analysis includes Safe System Analysis (SSA), MnDOT green sheets, crash diagrams, and crash modification factors.
• Develop reports and memos that convey accurate and relevant traffic information while being intelligible for non-traffic staff. Develop supplemental exhibits and tables.
• Assist with roadway plans as needed.
• Exhibit a clear understanding of traffic engineering principles.
• Operate with attention to detail and willingness to proofread your own work and work of peers.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related degree.
• EIT certification or FE exam completion; on track for PE licensure.
• Experience in a similar position including traffic analysis and traffic engineering/design
• General understanding of traffic engineering principles and an interest in developing deeper technical expertise in traffic design.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to being a team player.
• Ability to schedule workload, meet deadlines and project deliverables.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Experience with traffic-related design elements such as signing, striping, signal design, lighting, or temporary traffic control.
• Interest in, or exposure to, traffic modeling and operational analysis.
• Experience with or exposure to CAD design software; Bentley OpenRoads Designer (ORD)
• Exposure to or experience with Synchro/SimTraffic, AGi32, and/or FHWA TNM 2.5.
• Benefits – 100% paid premiums for medical, vision and dental
• Generous PTO – minimum of 4 weeks to start
• 401k Safe Harbor plan
• Growth opportunities!

CBS² is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

CBS² is committed to taking affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity in all employment practices, including hiring, promotion, compensation, training, and other terms and conditions of employment.

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