Traffic Engineer; PE - Alaska

Overview

HDR is an employee‑owned company dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where everyone is valued, respected and empowered to bring their authentic selves and ideas to work. We weave diversity, equity and inclusion into our culture and foster belonging across our communities. HDR’s Transportation Business Group shapes systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently and sustainably, supporting economic vitality, public safety and resilient communities worldwide.

• Serve in a technical role under the direction of a Project Manager on traffic design and analysis projects including signal design, pedestrian facilities, pavement marking and signing, operational analysis, traffic signal systems and safety studies.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Traffic EITs and design teams to prepare PS&E plans (traffic signal design, lighting, sidewalks, pathways, cycle tracks, curb ramps, pavement marking, traffic control plans) for state and local agencies.
• Develop traffic studies such as traffic impact analyses, signal timing plans, microscopic and macroscopic simulation modeling.
• Evaluate roadway safety, prepare vulnerable user assessments, and provide design guidance to comply with community plans and objectives.
• Conduct safety analysis using a variety of safety software.
• Oversee work and mentor entry‑level designers, drafters and other EITs.
• Assume some project‑management duties and interact with clients as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Alaska PE
• Experience in traffic design including preparation of PS&E plans
• Working knowledge of ADA requirements; PROWAG is a plus
• Minimum 4 years of traffic design and analysis experience

• Experience with traffic analysis and traffic engineering/design
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Hands‑on experience conducting traffic design using CAD platforms (Micro Station, AutoCAD, Guide Sign Software)
• Hands‑on experience conducting operational analysis using tools such as HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, and Aimsun
• Hands‑on experience conducting safety analysis using Highway Safety Software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Commitment to being an active participant in HDR’s employee‑owned culture

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. Our collaborative culture encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered. We support eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) that foster belonging and a supportive environment for all employees.

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Location:

United States – Alaska – Anchorage