Traffic Project Engineer | Fort Lauderdale, FL

IMEG is hiring a Traffic Project Engineer in Fort Lauderdale or Palmetto Bay, FL, to lead traffic-focused design efforts for low to moderate complexity projects and support delivery of larger, high-complexity transportation work with senior staff. In this role, you’ll work closely with engineers and consultants to provide engineering solutions and advice that improve transportation systems, enhance traffic safety, and optimize infrastructure for public and private clients.

You’ll also help manage project budgets while training, mentoring, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations.

• Lead traffic efforts for complex transportation projects involving traffic signal systems, highways, bridges, signals, transit systems, and multimodal transportation networks
• Develop and review traffic impact analyses for municipal development applications
• Provide advanced technical oversight and transportation traffic design leadership to the project team
• Support projects through bidding and construction administration
• Work with clients to understand project needs, gather requirements, and communicate technical information effectively
• Build and maintain client relationships through professional communication
• Oversee periodic field data collection or studies, including traffic counts, parking counts, sign/signal inventory, and sight distance measurements
• Lead project planning, budgeting, and scheduling tasks to meet deadlines and objectives
• Document design decisions and client instructions while monitoring progress against percent complete and fee expended
• Analyze engineering problems and develop practical, efficient solutions in collaboration with senior engineers and consultants
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices while contributing to research and innovation efforts within IMEG
• Prioritize safety and regulatory compliance, apply state and local design criteria, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and identify project issues for escalation to the Project Manager

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent, required
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required
• 5 years of experience minimum required, 6 preferred, in Civil Engineering required.
• Proficiency in traffic analysis techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Proficiency in technical and analytical skills for transportation planning, engineering design and analysis, and regulatory processes
• Knowledge with local, state, and federal transportation regulations, environmental, policies related to traffic engineering
• Strong training and mentoring skills
• Proficiency of industry standard engineering software and tools such as SYNCHRO, HCS, VISSIM, SIDRA, CORSIM, FSUTMS/SERPM, ArcGIS or Microstation
• Experience with state and federal manuals such as Highway Safety Manual, ITE Trip Generation, MUTCD, FDOT Traffic Engineering Manual
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to travel up to 15% with occasional overnight stays
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

IMEG puts people first—with a strong focus on career growth, work‑life balance, and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee‑owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close‑knit culture of a local office. You’ll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities we serve. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work truly matters.

You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to transportation work that supports mobility, safety, and long‑term community infrastructure needs.

• IMEG offers a full suite of transportation‑related…