Traffic Engineer

Overview

Perform traffic engineering studies, design, analysis, and client liaison for public agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• simulation tools
• traffic modeling
• data collection
• safety analysis
• intersection design
• team mentoring

Tasks

-Develop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner -Review and conduct safety analysis studies per the Highway Safety Manual -Work with design teams on larger projects -Compute quantities for traffic engineering design tasks and demonstrate awareness of relationships to bid items -Plan and coordinate the collection and assimilation of traffic data -Prepare traffic impact studies, interchange justification reports, and transportation planning reports -Mentor and oversee work done by entry-level engineers and technicians -Perform tasks on schedule and within budget as assigned -Complete traffic engineering studies for intersections and corridors, including traffic impact studies -Develop plans and specifications for traffic management during construction, pavement marking and signage, and traffic signals -Review and interpret analysis from simulations and calculations -Work independently under the guidance of a Project Manager -Design and layout various intersection and corridor improvements, including roundabouts, diverging diamond interchanges, and other innovative designs -Perform traffic engineering analysis using a variety of simulation capacity analysis software (Synchro, Highway Capacity Software, Sidra, Vissim)

Requirements

• synchro
• highway capacity
• pe licensure
• 6+ years
• bs civil
• leadership

What You Bring

-Ability to perform complex analysis and design -Experience with Synchro/Sim Traffic software, Highway Capacity Software, and other traffic analysis programs -Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules -PE licensure required; PTOE is a plus -Minimum of 6+ years of related civil transportation and traffic engineering analysis and design experience desired. KDOT and MoDOT, experience is a plus -Ability to work effectively in a team environment -Excellent communication and client relation skills -Ability to assemble a complete design package for assigned elements or projects -Strong written and verbal communications skills, including public speaking -BS in civil engineering or a related discipline required -Strong technical writing skills

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Benefits

-Personalized training and career development plans with your manager -Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement -At Benesch, we encourage our team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities. Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work-life balance and contribute to our community-focused initiatives. We support a variety of programs including community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities, reflecting our commitment to a vibrant and diverse workplace. -Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%) -Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions -Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications -Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events -Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders -Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role) -Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge -Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career -Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses

About Benesch

-The firm specializes in delivering high-quality solutions across diverse sectors, from industrial to government. -With decades of experience, Benesch has managed landmark projects in infrastructure, transportation, and commercial development. -Known for its strong expertise in navigating complex regulatory environments, Benesch excels in projects that require intricate legal and technical knowledge. -The company's multidisciplinary approach enables it to serve as both an advisor and a contractor, handling everything from design to execution. -Benesch has built a solid reputation in the energy and utilities sectors, with a track record of supporting large-scale, sustainable projects. -The firm’s work spans critical areas such as transportation, water resources, and environmental infrastructure, ensuring long-term community benefits. -Unique for its ability to blend engineering and legal expertise, Benesch takes on projects that demand both technical precision and legal strategy. -Benesch’s growth and success reflect its commitment to offering diverse, high-impact solutions across sectors worldwide.

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