Traffic/Transportation Engineer - Signal Design & Planning

SURGE Staffing; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development

Licensing support

Continuing education

Collaborative environment

Career growth

Diverse project exposure

Job summary

SURGE Staffing is seeking a Traffic/Transportation Engineer in the Columbus, Ohio area to join its civil engineering team. The role supports transportation projects including traffic impact studies, signal design, signage, pavement marking plans, MOT, and field reviews.

The ideal candidate will have a civil engineering background with knowledge of traffic engineering and planning, strong analytical skills, and interest in licensure toward PE. On-site work in Gahanna, Ohio is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Understanding of traffic engineering and transportation planning principles.
• Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Traffic Access and Traffic Impact Studies in accordance with local and state standards.
• Design and draft 2D and 3D traffic plans using engineering software.
• Develop traffic signal plans, signage plans, and pavement marking plans.
• Develop MOT and traffic control phasing plans.
• Perform signal optimization and develop signal timing plans.
• Analyze transportation systems and traffic conditions.
• Assist with the development and implementation of traffic management strategies.
• Coordinate with project teams, clients, municipalities, and other stakeholders.
• Support project schedules, documentation, and deliverables.
• Apply federal, state, and local transportation standards and regulations.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Transportation planning

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS

HCS

SIDRA

VISSIM

Job description

SURGE Staffing is seeking a Traffic/Transportation Engineer in the Columbus, Ohio area to join its civil engineering team. The role supports transportation projects including traffic impact studies, signal design, signage, pavement marking plans, MOT, and field reviews.

The ideal candidate will have a civil engineering background with knowledge of traffic engineering and planning, strong analytical skills, and interest in licensure toward PE. On-site work in Gahanna, Ohio is expected.