Senior Traffic Engineer- Southeast

Weston & Sampson is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer to lead transformative transportation projects that enhance safety, mobility, and quality of life across communities in the Southeast. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of how people move—through innovative design, data‑driven solutions, and strategic planning.

• Lead and manage traffic engineering projects, including traffic operations studies, signal design, and corridor analysis.
• Perform and oversee traffic modeling and simulation using tools such as Synchro, HCS, and VISSIM.
• Develop detailed plans for traffic signals, signing and pavement markings, and traffic control in compliance with state and local standards.
• Conduct safety assessments, intersection improvement studies, and access management evaluations to enhance roadway performance.
• Coordinate effectively with clients, DOTs, municipalities, MPOs, and subconsultants to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians, including QA/QC reviews to uphold quality standards.
• Support business development through proposal writing, scope definition, and cultivating strong client relationships.
• Stay informed on evolving transportation policies, standards, and emerging technologies impacting traffic operations, safety, and design.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, or Florida — or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• PTOE certification is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in traffic or transportation engineering.
• Strong knowledge of DOT Design Manuals, MUTCD, AASHTO, and relevant state DOT standards.
• Proficiency in Synchro, HCS, VISSIM, and Micro Station or AutoCAD; experience with Trans Modeler is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work directly with clients and agency staff.
• Experience in ITS design, traffic signal timing, and system optimization.
• Familiarity with HSIP safety performance evaluations and predictive analysis tools.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.

At Weston & Sampson, you’ll work alongside more than 1,000 employee‑owners who are passionate about improving our communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work has a direct impact on quality of life. We’re looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them.

We are a 100% employee‑owned, interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services. Since our founding in 1899, we have worked to build a collaborative, forward‑thinking environment grounded in respect for each other’s ideas.

• Meaningful work:
  Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments
• Ownership mindset:
  As an employee‑owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success
• Growth opportunities:
  Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways
• Flexible workplace:
  Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around
• Strong culture:
  Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.