Traffic Engineer

Simply Put, A Great Place to WorkBenesch 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 them 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. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself-apply for the job!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 Need BS 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 environmentWhy BeneschIt's simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects.Career 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.Explore our full benefits here: Click hereEqual Opportunity & AccessibilityAt 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.If you are limited in your ability or are unable to access Benesch's Careers website due to a physical disability or other impairment, you may request a reasonable accommodation by emailingTalentAcquisition@benesch.com. This option is only available to those in need of an accommodation due to a disability or other impairment. Please do not use this as an alternative method for general inquiries or status on applications, as you will not receive a response. Reasonable requests will be responded to as soon as possible on a case-by-case basis.If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linkedhere.Know your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is IllegalWe will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.External Recruiters and Staffing AgenciesBenesch shall have no obligation to compensate any external recruiter or search firm for candidate submissions made without a valid, current, and fully executed agreement. Submission of candidate information does not establish entitlement to a fee.All recruiting activity must be coordinated and authorized through the Benesch Talent Acquisition team. Please direct all communications to TalentAcquisition@Benesch.com

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