Traffic Engineer

Job Title : Traffic Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Traffic Engineer to join our dynamic team, contributing to transportation, traffic, and parking planning projects. This role involves managing and designing Intersection Design Studies, Preliminary Geometric plans, and Traffic Signal and Interconnect plans. The ideal candidate will attend public meetings with developers, public agencies, and zoning attorneys and will prepare traffic signal design plans for new and modified intersections, including construction sequencing, pavement marking plans, signing plans, and traffic control plans.

Responsibilities

Manage and design Intersection Design Studies, Preliminary Geometric plans, and Traffic Signal and Interconnect plans.

Attend public meetings with developers, public agencies, and zoning attorneys.

Prepare traffic signal design plans for new and modified intersections.

Create construction sequencing, pavement marking plans, signing plans, and traffic control plans.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in Traffic Engineering and Traffic Studies.

Experience with Traffic Analysis and Traffic Impact Analysis.

Knowledge of HCS, SYNCHRO, and traffic signal software.

Proficient in MicroStation, AutoCAD, or OpenRoads.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.

3-5 years of experience in Traffic Engineering.

Possession of EIT and the ability to obtain PE within the next two years.

PTOE certification is a plus.

Experience working with clients.

Work Environment

The role offers a hybrid schedule, with in-office work on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and remote work on Tuesday and Friday. The candidate will have their own desk and may share an office with a partner. Approximately 80% of the time will be spent in the office, with 20% on-site for tracking traffic reports or attending public meetings. The position is open due to increasing workload and involves working on a variety of project types, which typically take 3-4 weeks to complete. The work environment is professional, offering exceptional learning opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life, disability, PTO days, and a 401(k) program. Additionally, the company participates in several sustainability programs such as a bike-to-work program, car share program, and pre-tax public transit accounts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rosemont, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $39.90 - $43.27 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rosemont,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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