Traffic Engineer

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need it and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected.Traffic EngineerWe are looking to hire an experienced Traffic Engineer. We have the opportunity for this individual to be located near any of our Kansas offices. We offer opportunities to work with local agencies and DOTs on a variety of complex projects. The ideal candidate will be a licensed Professional Traffic Operations Engineer and have significant experience in client development and pursuing, managing, and providing traffic engineering services for public agencies, including DOTs, counties, and municipalities.LocationThis position is available to work from any of our Kansas offices. This includes Overland Park, KS, Topeka, KS, Wichita, KS, or Manhattan, KS. Hybrid work schedule is available.The Impact You Will HaveConduct traffic engineering studies for intersections and corridors, including traffic impact studiesPlan and coordinate the collection and assimilation of traffic dataPerform traffic engineering analysis using a variety of simulation capacity analysis software (Synchro, Highway Capacity Software, Sidra, Vissim)Review and conduct safety analysis studies per the Highway Safety ManualReview and interpret analysis from simulations and calculationsPrepare traffic impact studies, interchange justification reports, and transportation planning reportsDesign and layout various intersection and corridor improvements, including roundabouts, diverging diamond interchanges, and other innovative designsDevelop design plans and specifications for traffic management during construction, pavement marking, signage, and traffic signalsCompute quantities for traffic engineering design tasks and demonstrate awareness of relationships to bid itemsMentor and oversee work done by entry-level engineers and techniciansDevelop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable mannerPerform tasks on schedule and within budget as assignedWork independently under the guidance of a Project Manager or as a Project Manager, if has applicable experience.Work with design teams on larger projectsStrong written and verbal communications skills, including public speakingWhat You Will NeedBS in civil engineering or a related discipline requiredMinimum of 6+ years of related civil transportation and traffic engineering analysis and design experience desired. KDOT and MoDOT, experience is a plusPE licensure required; PTOE is a plusExperience with Synchro/Sim Traffic software, Highway Capacity Software, and other traffic analysis programsExcellent communication and client relation skillsStrong technical writing skillsStrong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedulesAbility to perform complex analysis and designAbility to assemble a complete design package for assigned elements or projectsAbility to work effectively in a team environmentBenefitsCareer growth that's real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forwardStrong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employeesFlexibility that works with schedules that support your lifeTime to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employeesSupport beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day oneWhether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the support and exposure to grow here.At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need it and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected.Traffic EngineerWe are looking to hire an experienced Traffic Engineer. We have the opportunity for this individual to be located near any of our Kansas offices. We offer opportunities to work with local agencies and DOTs on a variety of complex projects. The ideal candidate will be a licensed Professional Traffic Operations Engineer and have significant experience in client development and pursuing, managing, and providing traffic engineering services for public agencies, including DOTs, counties, and municipalities.LocationThis position is available to work from any of our Kansas offices. This includes Overland Park, KS, Topeka, KS, Wichita, KS, or Manhattan, KS. Hybrid work schedule is available.The Impact You Will HaveConduct traffic engineering studies for intersections and corridors, including traffic impact studiesPlan and coordinate the collection and assimilation of traffic dataPerform traffic engineering analysis using a variety of simulation capacity analysis software (Synchro, Highway Capacity Software, Sidra, Vissim)Review and conduct safety analysis studies per the Highway Safety ManualReview and interpret analysis from simulations and calculationsPrepare traffic impact studies, interchange justification reports, and transportation planning reportsDesign and layout various intersection and corridor improvements, including roundabouts, diverging diamond interchanges, and other innovative designsDevelop design plans and specifications for traffic management during construction, pavement marking, signage, and traffic signalsCompute quantities for traffic engineering design tasks and demonstrate awareness of relationships to bid itemsMentor and oversee work done by entry-level engineers and techniciansDevelop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable mannerPerform tasks on schedule and within budget as assignedWork independently under the guidance of a Project Manager or as a Project Manager, if has applicable experience.Work with design teams on larger projectsStrong written and verbal communications skills, including public speakingWhat You Will NeedBS in civil engineering or a related discipline requiredMinimum of 6+ years of related civil transportation and traffic engineering analysis and design experience desired. KDOT and MoDOT, experience is a plusPE licensure required; PTOE is a plusExperience with Synchro/Sim Traffic software, Highway Capacity Software, and other traffic analysis programsExcellent communication and client relation skillsStrong technical writing skillsStrong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedulesAbility to perform complex analysis and designAbility to assemble a complete design package for assigned elements or projectsAbility to work effectively in a team environmentBenefitsCareer growth that's real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forwardStrong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employeesFlexibility that works with schedules that support your lifeTime to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employeesSupport beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day oneWhether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the support and exposure to grow here.At Benesch, we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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