Senior Traffic Engineer

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Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate across 40+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial and supports advanced technical solutions, training, knowledge sharing, and community impact.

Langan is consistently ranked among the top firms to work for and fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment with a focus on wellbeing, health, safety, flexibility, and opportunities to contribute skills and knowledge.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Senior Traffic / Transportation Engineer to join its collaborative team in Chicago, IL
. This individual will perform traffic and parking studies, transportation planning studies, traffic event management studies, and traffic signal/roadway design projects as part of a multidisciplinary team working on projects across market sectors including sports, healthcare, higher education, distribution, K-12, commercial, office, retail, and more.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform the planning and permitting of traffic/transportation engineering, land development, and infrastructure projects.
• Conduct traffic analysis for traffic impact studies.
• Oversee field staff collecting traffic volume, road, and regulatory data.
• Conduct preliminary traffic reviews at the project concept stage to identify critical traffic-related issues.
• Apply knowledge and techniques of engineering and advanced mathematics.
• Write and/or review draft reports including traffic impact studies and parking studies.
• Use engineering equipment and design software (SYNCHRO, HCS, etc.) to prepare engineering and design documents with proficiency.
• Prepare draft proposals and review draft invoices and project budgets in collaboration with team members.
• Lead tasks associated with the preparation and modification of engineering documents including reports, specifications, plans, estimates, and designs for projects.
• Supervise or coordinate the work of staff engineers, interns, and others who assist in specific assignments as needed.
• Coordinate and perform field inspection services, as needed.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in traffic/transportation engineering, traffic impact studies, traffic signal warrants, parking studies, driveway & roadway design, and traffic signal design.
• Current EIT licensure; P.E. is a plus.
• Experience with HCS, SYNCHRO, and the MUTCD is required; knowledge of AutoCAD and Micro Station is a plus.
• Ability to coach and assist with the management of staff.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple clients and projects and to develop and manage project budgets.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively individually and in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; effective public speaking skills.
• Reliable transportation to access job sites and a valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Ability to occasionally travel and participate in field work.
• Ability to work overtime during evening and/or weekends, as needed by project schedule.

Compensation and benefits include a comprehensive package with full-time company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k)/Roth with company match, paid time off, bonuses, and educational reimbursement. Langan also offers employee resource groups, flexible schedules, wellness programs, mentoring, and training opportunities. Langan is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Salary information
The estimated salary range for this role is $72,000 - $103,000, varies by experience, location, and other factors. Bonuses are discretionary and based on individual performance and firm profitability. PTO and holidays are offered in accordance with local law and company policy.

Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing

Industries:
Civil Engineering