Traffic Safety Engineer

Saigepartners; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Midwest is seeking an experienced Traffic Safety Engineer to join their national Transportation Safety Team. This role involves developing impactful safety initiatives and mentoring junior staff while contributing to a dynamic safety practice across the U.S.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in transportation engineering or safety planning.
• Active PE registration required.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of safety plans and assessments.
• Conduct safety analyses using Highway Safety Manual.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Office

IHSDM

Job description

Job Description

We strive to be

Traffic Safety Engineer

Minimum Experience: 7 years

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Registration: Professional Engineer (PE)

Sponsorship: Immigration-related employment benefits (e.g., visa sponsorship) are not available for this position.

Make a Meaningful Impact

Our Client is seeking an experienced Traffic Safety Engineer to join their growing national Transportation Safety Team. This is an exciting opportunity to help expand a well-established safety practice into new geographies. The position can be based out of offices in Louisville, KY; Cincinnati, Columbus, or Mentor, OH; Boise, ID; Indianapolis, IN; or Portland, OR.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Contribute to a dynamic, national safety practice with impactful projects across the U.S.
2. Lead the development of Vision Zero Action Plans, Regional Safety Plans, Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Plans, Vulnerable Road User Assessments, Strategic Highway Safety Plans (SHSPs), and other safety-focused initiatives.
3. Conduct and review safety analyses using the Highway Safety Manual and proven countermeasures.
4. Apply the Safe System Approach (SSA) and provide guidance on effective safety strategies.
5. Represent the firm at conferences, sharing expertise with safety professionals nationwide.
6. Mentor and support junior staff, fostering the next generation of transportation safety professionals.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
2. 7+ years of experience in transportation engineering, safety planning, or related disciplines.
3. Active PE registration required; Road Safety Professional (RSP) certification preferred.
4. In-depth knowledge of the Safe System Approach, Vision Zero, and safety countermeasures.
5. Strong project management capabilities and exceptional communication skills.
6. Proficiency in MS Office; experience with IHSDM is a plus.
7. Self-driven and adaptable, with a readiness to work collaboratively through virtual platforms.

Saige Partners, one of the fastest growing technology and talent companies in the Midwest, believes in people with a passion to help them succeed. We are in the business of helping professionals build careers, not jobs. Saige Partners believes employees are the most valuable asset to building a thriving and successful company culture. Contact us to learn more about the opportunity below or check out other opportunities at https://careers.saigepartners.com/.

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