Traffic Engineer

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Traffic Engineer to provide technical expertise and oversight. Our ideal candidate has excellent technical traffic skills. The position is well suited to an engineer that enjoys being the task leader on traffic projects, serving as a mentor for junior staff development, and implementing our design quality control process. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated, takes pride in their work, and is eager to learn new skills and grow our presence in Ohio and Kentucky.

Compass Infrastructure Group offers civil engineering design and project management services, specializing in bridge and highway design, safety studies, inspections, constructability, and other transportation related services. Compass works as a consultant for transportation projects primarily with public clients and local governments throughout Ohio and Kentucky. As a result of our success, we have developed a steady backlog of diverse and exciting transportation projects to continue our strategic and intentional growth.

Our company values revolve around putting our people first, technical expertise, quality, and responsiveness.

You will serve as a critical technical and leadership resource in the firm's traffic practice. Your role will involve leading traffic tasks, ensuring quality control, and actively pursuing opportunities for personal skill development while mentoring other staff members. Given the firm’s impressive growth trajectory, this position presents exceptional prospects for advancing your career.

Leading or executing traffic tasks related to studies, design, and project planning

Conduct analysis and modeling for planning, interchange, multimodal, ITS, and other studies

Generating reports and technical memos to document and communicate analysis and findings

Perform traffic design for maintenance of traffic, traffic control, signal, and/or lighting plans

Ensure quality assurance by implementing Compass’s quality control procedures

Establish and implement standard practices and procedures for traffic projects

Provide mentorship to new staff members as the firm continues to grow

Ensure adherence to scope, budget and schedule for traffic tasks

Engage in proposal development and client development meetings

Collaborate on defining project scope and fee structure

Fulfill the role of task manager or project manager

Consult on the hiring process for future staff members

Applicants with limited experience are encouraged to apply as they will be provided with the opportunity to develop and transition into the business roles described above.

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Civil Engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer in Ohio

4 to 10+ years in the transportation industry

Proven or emerging experience in traffic design plan development

Experience with traffic analysis software is preferred

Ability to work independently and handle design/study tasks

Experience with Micro Station is a plus.

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment

Willingness to adapt and learn new skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Cooperative, team-oriented spirit

Desire and flexibility to work both in the office and the field when necessary

Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record. Must have a satisfactory background test.

A start-up environment with career growth potential

4 days' work in office, 1 day work from home

Standard office hours with flexibility for life demands

Competitive benefits including Paid Time Off and 401(k) matching contributions

Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance

100% employer-paid medical insurance for employee

2 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave for birth of child

At Compass, we are committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations.