Traffic Engineer - Transportation Market

Gresham Smith, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) with Company Match

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Wellness Programs

Transit Program

Telemedicine

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Gresham Smith is seeking a Traffic Engineer in Jacksonville, FL, to lead transportation projects from planning through design. You will conduct traffic analyses, coordinate with clients and staff, and prepare technical reports and drawings to support major infrastructure programs.

The role requires PE licensure and 5+ years of traffic engineering experience, with strong communication and leadership skills to guide teams in a collaborative, people-first culture.

Qualifications

• A B.S. in Civil or Transportation Engineering.
• 5+ years of traffic engineering/ planning experience with DOT exposure.
• PE licensure is required.
• Experience planning, scheduling, coordinating, and conducting transport projects.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles in traffic projects.
• Ability to explain, persuade, and negotiate project issues.
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate transportation engineering work.
• Prepare reports, plans, and specifications for major projects.
• Produce engineering drawings based on traffic industry calculations.
• Review project plans, contracts, and cost estimates.
• Prepare informational materials for stakeholders.
• Supervise junior engineers and support staff.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and consultants.
• Communicate with project teams and review agencies.
• Prepare project scope, schedules, and budgets.

Skills

5+ years traffic engineering

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Project planning & coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Civil or Transportation Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure

Tools

Synchro

Excel

OpenRoads

HCS

SIDRA

VISSIM

ArcGIS

CUBE

TransCAD

Job description

Traffic Engineer - Transportation Market

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: TRAFF004010

• Posted : April 21, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Locations

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Gresham Smith | Jacksonville Office
Jacksonville, FL 32202, USA

Description

About Us

At Gresham Smith, we call it Genuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose—to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities—we deliver innovative solutions for life’s essential infrastructure and institutions.

What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals—we’re a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Why Gresham Smith?

When you join Gresham Smith, you’re joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as a Best Place to Work because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.

About You

• A B.S. in Civil or Transportation Engineering
• At least 5 years of experience in traffic engineering and/or traffic planning projects, with DOT experience strongly desired
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure, required
• Experience planning, scheduling, coordinating, and conducting transportation and traffic engineering work
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and techniques applied in traffic and transportation projects
• Skilled in explaining, persuading, and negotiating critical project issues
• Ability to build and maintain excellent interpersonal relationships
• Proficiency in Synchro, Excel, and OpenRoads; knowledge of HCS, SIDRA, VISSIM, ArcGIS, CUBE, and TransCAD is desirable
• Strong understanding of and experience using HCM, MUTCD, AASHTO, and DOT’s Policies and Procedures, including DOT policy manuals or similar documents

Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit—someone who wants to do great work with great people.

About the Role

As a Traffic Engineer, you will:

• Plan, schedule, conduct, or coordinate transportation engineering work, including traffic impact analyses, traffic forecasting studies, roundabout feasibility studies, parking studies, signal timing studies, access management studies, intersection safety analyses, operational studies, and corridor studies
• Prepare engineering reports, plans, and specifications for major projects
• Produce engineering drawings based on applicable traffic industry calculations; check, interpret, and revise engineering drawings
• Prepare and review project plans, technical specifications, contract documents, and cost estimates
• Prepare informational materials (e.g., project fact sheets, PowerPoint presentations) to communicate projects clearly to stakeholders and the public
• Supervise less experienced engineers and technical support personnel within a project team
• Coordinate projects with clients, contractors, outside consultants, and firm staff
• Communicate and interact effectively with project team members, client representatives, review agencies, and others as appropriate
• Prepare project scope, schedules, and budgets; assist in overall project management

Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Join Us

If you’re excited to bring your talents to a collaborative, people-first environment where you can make an impact while growing your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s what you can expect:

Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.

Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.

• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D
• Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
• Family Planning and Parental Leave
• Mass/Public Transit Program
• Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program

Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply!

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