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. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people‑centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

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.

Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.

Colorado Pay Range

$126,000‑$173,000

USD

California Pay Range

$129,000‑$177,000

USD

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full‑time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

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.