Senior Traffic Engineer - Rail

Senior Traffic Engineer - Rail

Arizona - Remote;
Colorado - Remote;
Colorado Springs, CO;
Denver, CO;
Irvine, CA;
Lincoln, NE;
Loveland, CO;
Nebraska - Remote;
Omaha, NE;
Phoenix, AZ;
Utah - Remote

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Olsson’s Rail Traffic experts provide clients with a single resource for services such as traffic signal preemption design, grade crossing safety design, traffic operations studies, and other related services. As a Senior Engineer for the Rail Traffic team, you will take the lead on traffic and preemption analysis and design. Your responsibilities will include conducting site visits, preparing plans or studies, and collaborating closely with team members on complex projects.

This position offers an opportunity to engage in multifaceted tasks that are crucial for successful project outcomes.

Senior Engineers on the Rail Traffic team can expect occasional travel to job sites for observation and to attend client meetings.

We have one current opening and will consider candidates interested in working a remote or hybrid schedule out of our Irvine, Phoenix, Colorado Springs, Denver, Loveland, Omaha, and Lincoln office locations. This role offers flexible work options to accommodate diverse working preferences and promote work-life balance.

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities
• Empowering others to use their talents

You bring to the team:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Must possess a Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 8+ years of traffic or transportation engineering experience
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Synchro, or similar software
• Strong problem‑solving and math skills

The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience relative to the position.

Colorado Pay Range

$126,000-$173,000 USD

California Pay Range

$129,000-$177,000 USD

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you:

• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Please note: The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship‑specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.