Traffic Staff Engineer II

Hrg Inc; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Traffic Staff Engineer II to join their team in Lehigh Valley, PA. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful transportation projects while growing your expertise in traffic engineering. You will be involved in designing traffic signals, preparing construction plans, and conducting traffic studies that enhance safety and efficiency on the roads. The company prides itself on its employee ownership model, providing a supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued. If you are passionate about making a difference and advancing your career in traffic engineering, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Pet insurance

Continuing education reimbursement

Flexible work schedule

Half-Day Fridays

Team building retreats

Regular potlucks

Qualifications

• 2+ years of project experience in traffic engineering required.
• E.I.T. certification or PE license needed within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Design traffic signals and roadway improvements.
• Prepare traffic studies and coordinate with project managers.
• Mentor less-experienced traffic staff.

Skills

Traffic signalization

Traffic studies and analyses

Intersection improvements

Parking facilities design

Highway design

Roadway safety design

Problem-solving

Flexibility to travel

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

E.I.T. certification or Pennsylvania PE license

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microstation

HCS

Synchro

Job description

Description

HRG is an employee-owned, nationally recognized consulting engineering, planning, and infrastructure solutions firm.

Are you a traffic engineering professional with a strong work ethic, eager to learn and the ability to work collectively within a team? We are actively seeking a skilled Traffic Staff Engineer II to join our dedicated team in Lehigh Valley, PA. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on impactful projects, contribute to transportation solutions, and grow your expertise in traffic engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Traffic Signal and Roadway Designs:
   • Design of traffic signals, traffic signal corridors, and intersection improvements for traffic engineering projects
   • Prepare Roadway and Traffic Signal Construction Plans
   • Prepare Signing and Pavement Marking Plans
   • Prepare Traffic Control Plans
   • Prepare Right-of-Way Plans
   • Coordinate with project managers as needed and mentor less-experienced traffic staff
2. Transportation related to Municipal Services:
   • Preparation of traffic studies to evaluate traffic safety or operation concerns at intersections or corridors
   • Design and permit corridor traffic signal improvements
   • Design intersection improvement projects and streetscape / sidewalk projects, including preparation and submission of PennDOT Highway Occupancy Permits
   • Review Transportation Impact Studies, Highway Occupancy Permits, and site circulation plans related to land development
3. Transportation related to Land Development Services:
   • Prepare Transportation Impact Studies and Scoping Applications; coordinate with PennDOT, County and Municipality for approval
   • Prepare PennDOT Highway Occupancy Permits and Traffic Signal Permits in support of new development
   • Prepare local Trip Generation Studies
   • Coordinate with project managers as needed and mentor less-experienced traffic staff

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering with a transportation/highway/traffic emphasis preferred
• E.I.T. certification or Pennsylvania PE license (or ability to secure through reciprocity within 6 months)
• 2+ years of project experience in the traffic engineering field, including:
• Traffic signalization
• Traffic studies and analyses
• Intersection improvements
• Parking facilities design
• Highway design
• Roadway safety design
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Working familiarity of AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Microstation
• Experience with traffic software, such as HCS, or Synchro (preferred)
• Flexibility to travel to job sites, meetings, and regional offices as necessary (Valid U.S. driver’s license is required)
• Legal right to work in the U.S.

Life at HRG

Are you a creative problem solver who wants to make a difference in people’s everyday lives? Find out why it’s #Good2bHRG :

• Work with Purpose & Impact: Our people design roads, bridges, water and sewer systems. They reduce pollution and protect environmental resources. They prepare sites for new homes, businesses, schools, and gathering spaces. They develop strategic plans and connect leaders to the funding they need to turn vision into reality. Join us, and use your talent to enhance safety, promote health and well-being, connect people and places, and build strong economies in the community around you.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits: HRG offers a generous total rewards package including bonuses and other cash rewards, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance for you and your dependents, general paid time off, paid parental leave, pet insurance, and more.
• 100% Employee Ownership: Every member of the team shares in the firm’s financial success through the company-funded employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), but ownership means so much more to us at HRG. It’s about communicating transparently, being accessible, and empowering everyone to contribute their ideas.
• Bright Opportunities for Growth: HRG has experienced steady annual growth over the past decade, adding new services and new territories across the tri-state area. We have a detailed path to continue that growth in the decade to come, and our people are the foundation of that plan. We provide ample training, mentorship, and peer networking opportunities, so you can continue to evolve your skills and take on new challenges. We also provide generous reimbursement for continuing education, licensure and certifications, and professional memberships.
• Freedom and Flexibility to Define Where and When You Work: You have many goals: professional and personal. At HRG, you’ll be able to pursue them all. Our team has incredible flexibility to adjust their schedule around their life, start the weekend early with Half-Day Fridays, and do their work at home, in the office or any combination they choose.
• Fun, Supportive Environment: HRG has a One Company mindset focused on collaboration and shared success, not competition. Our founders set out to create an enjoyable workplace, and their vision continues today with regular potlucks, picnic lunches, team building retreats, and friendly games.
• National Recognition: HRG’s people and projects have won 100s of awards, including ENR MidAtlantic’s Design Firm of the Year. See more on our website
• Great Place to Work: We’ve been honored numerous times as a Top Workplace, Employer of the Year, and one of the Best Places to Work in PA.

Join us in driving future business while fostering a culture that values every team member's contributions. Apply now to be part of a company that truly values its people.