Traffic Signal Engineer

Poutrix; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Traffic Signal Engineer (Signal Operations & Analysis) for our Nashville, TN team. The role focuses on traffic signal operations, timing optimization, and modeling for intersections and corridors using Synchro, SimTraffic, and VISSIM.

The candidate will mentor staff and collaborate with municipalities and DOTs to deliver robust transport solutions. Preferred candidates bring 3+ years in field operations, familiarity with central traffic management systems, and a Civil

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on Traffic Signal Field Operations / Implementation experience.
• Familiarity with traffic signal controller hardware and central traffic management systems.
• B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited university.
• U.S. Driver’s License and EIT or FE certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering reports, studies, and analyses across traffic operations and planning.
• Model and simulate intersections using Synchro, SimTraffic, VISSIM or similar tools.
• Lead development of signal timing plans and enter timings into controllers.
• Oversee field implementation of corridor signal timing and adaptive systems.
• Prepare signal warrant analyses and optimization recommendations.
• Collaborate with municipalities, DOTs, and project teams.
• Lead projects and mentor junior staff; manage budgets and schedules.

Skills

Traffic signal operations

Traffic flow analysis

Mentoring junior staff

Project coordination

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

Synchro

SimTraffic

VISSIM

Microstation

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Arcadis is seeking a Traffic Signal Engineer (Signal Operations & Analysis) with experience in traffic engineering, traffic operations and intelligent transportation systems to join our Nashville, TN team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in traffic signal operations, traffic flow analysis, and the use of signal optimization software.

Location in Middle Tennessee area required. Candidates will have the ability to work remotely or in office but will be required to attend internal and external client meetings and field assignments in person as needed.

Role accountabilities:

• Support our expanding Tennessee traffic engineering practice by preparing engineering reports, studies, and analyses across traffic operations, safety, and transportation planning projects.
• Utilize software tools such as Synchro, SimTraffic, VISSIM, or similar for modeling and simulation of intersections, corridors, and interchange traffic.
• Lead development of signal timing plans based on detailed operational analysis; enter timings via central management systems and/or directly into signal controllers.
• Oversee field implementation of corridor signal timing, including setup and fine-tuning of traffic-responsive or adaptive signal systems.
• Prepare technical reports, signal warrant analyses, and timing optimization recommendations.
• Collaborate with municipalities, DOTs, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Lead tasks and projects on your own and mentor younger staff.
• Manage work efficiently to meet project schedules and budgets.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required Qualifications:

• Seeking 3+ years hands-on Traffic Signal Field Operations / Implementation experience preferred
• Familiarity with traffic signal controller hardware and central traffic management systems
• B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field from accredited university
• U.S. Driver’s License
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Tennessee PE or ability to obtain by reciprocity
• TDOT or local TN project experience
• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE)
• Experience / familiarity with Microstation and ArcGIS
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Why Arcadis?

• We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part-time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $125,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.