Senior Traffic Engineer
Summary
Senior Traffic Engineer designs roadway, signal, and traffic management systems, using tools like VISSIM and Synchro/SIM Traffic to improve mobility and safety for communities.
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves\: What is our impact on the world?
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We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
In the role of Senior Traffic Engineer, we'll count on you to\:
- Provide design oversight for the production of roadway, lighting, signing, pavement marking, traffic signals and traffic management system design plans; intersection design; capacity and signal warrant analyses; and all aspects of an Intelligent Traffic Sub-system
- Assist in providing oversight of the traffic control and sequencing plans throughout the construction phase of the project
- Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity while planning and developing projects or design activities that have significant impact on major company programs
- Organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians as needed
- Serve as project manager on larger projects, though project management is not sole focus of position as needed
- Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Large project experience, such as interstates, freeways and highways
- Advanced certifications, such as PTOE, RSP1, or RSP 2
- Experience with Highway Safety Manual concepts and predictive analysis software
- Experience using VISSIM, TransModeler, HCS, CORSIM, Synchro/SIM Traffic and other software packages
- Hands-on experience with MicroStation, ORD, GuideSign, and SignCAD
- Experience on projects for VDOT, MDOT or DDOT
- Diverse experience in related fields such as toll roads, roadway design, or construction is a plus
- Preference given to candidates currently residing in the Mid-Atlantic (VA/MD/DC) Area
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