Traffic Engineer

Traffic Engineer
Kansas City, KSManhattan, KSOverland Park, KSTopeka, KSWichita, KS Simply Put, A Great Place to Work 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 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 Engineer We 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. Location This 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 Have
Conduct traffic engineering studies for intersections and corridors, including traffic impact studies
Plan and coordinate the collection and assimilation of traffic data
Perform 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 Manual
Review and interpret analysis from simulations and calculations
Prepare traffic impact studies, interchange justification reports, and transportation planning reports
Design and layout various intersection and corridor improvements, including roundabouts, diverging diamond interchanges, and other innovative designs
Develop design plans and specifications for traffic management during construction, pavement marking, signage, and traffic signals
Compute quantities for traffic engineering design tasks and demonstrate awareness of relationships to bid items
Mentor and oversee work done by entry-level engineers and technicians
Develop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner
Perform tasks on schedule and within budget as assigned
Work independently under the guidance of a Project Manager or as a Project Manager, if has applicable experience.
Work with design teams on larger projects
Strong written and verbal communications skills, including public speaking
What You Will Need
BS in civil engineering or a related discipline required
Minimum of 6+ years of related civil transportation and traffic engineering analysis and design experience desired. KDOT and MoDOT, experience is a plus
PE licensure required; PTOE is a plus
Experience with Synchro/Sim Traffic software, Highway Capacity Software, and other traffic analysis programs
Excellent communication and client relation skills
Strong technical writing skills
Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
Ability to perform complex analysis and design
Ability to assemble a complete design package for assigned elements or projects
Ability to work effectively in a team environment