Traffic Engineer

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life.

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We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you’re modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next‑generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks.

In the role of Traffic Engineer, we’ll count on you to:

• Perform complex traffic engineering projects, exercise sound engineering judgment, preparation of traffic signal plans, traffic impact analysis reports and PS and E documents
• Make decisions on design and engineering procedures as needed
• Function as technical specialist or project manager on mid‑size projects, but project management is not the sole focus of this position
• Supervise a small staff of professionals and technicians as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

• A self‑starter, comfortable working in a team environment
• Fluency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint)
• Programming skills in languages such as Python and R, or experience with Microsoft Azure is an asset
• Working knowledge in AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and/or analytic tools such as Tableau/Power BI is an asset
• Progressive and innovative approach to problem‑solving an asset
• Knowledge of geometric roadway design, traffic engineering, travel demand modelling, transit service planning, active transportation an asset
• Knowledge and application of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Process (MCEA), Transit Project Assessment Process (TPAP), TAC Manual, MTO Geometrics Design Manual

• A minimum of 4 years’ experience with the P.Eng. designation in transportation engineering including traffic operations studies, traffic signals, transit priority, meso/microsimulation modelling, highway and transit infrastructure projects, master and secondary plans, environmental assessments, traffic impact studies, traffic safety, pedestrian and cycling studies, and traffic management plans.
• Experience with projects involving pedestrian simulation modelling for transit stations and other public facilities is an advantage.
• Experience with projects involving LRT, BRT, or subway / heavy rail is an asset.
• Familiarity with planning policies and guiding documents in the Greater Toronto Area is an asset
• Experience working on MTO, Metrolinx, TTC, York Region, Peel Region, Durham Region, or City of Toronto projects preferred.

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience with traffic analysis and traffic engineering/design
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example:
  Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Detailed hands‑on experience conducting traffic design using CAD platforms including Micro Station, AutoCAD and Guide Sign…