Traffic Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

As a recognized leader in engineering, planning, and design services, BETA Group, Inc delivers transformative transportation solutions across the Northeast. With a legacy of technical excellence, innovation, and integrity, we are proud of the communities that we help build in meaningful, sustainable ways. We are seeking to add a detail-oriented and experienced Traffic Project Engineer to join our growing team.

As a Traffic Project Engineer, you’ll play a key role in solving complex traffic challenges and enhancing mobility across urban, suburban, and rural communities. You’ll have the opportunity to influence every phase, from conceptual planning to final design and construction support. The ideal candidate will support a variety of projects; from corridor studies and signal design to traffic impact assessments and multimodal analysis. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile initiatives that improve safety, reduce congestion, and support smart growth in the New England region. In addition to technical responsibilities, this role includes mentoring and supporting junior engineering staff, fostering a culture of learning and professional growth within the team.

Responsibilities :

• Conduct traffic engineering analyses including capacity, signal timing, crash analysis, and level-of-service evaluations using industry-standard tools (e.g., Synchro, VISSIM, SIDRA, HCS)
• Develop traffic control, signal, and signing / striping plans in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines (MUTCD, AASHTO, MassDOT / ConnDOT / RIDOT, etc.)
• Prepare technical reports, traffic impact studies, and documentation for public and agency review
• Coordinate with DOTs, MPOs, and municipalities on permitting, approvals, and stakeholder engagement
• Uphold QA / QC processes
• Stay current on emerging technologies and best practices in traffic operations, safety, and intelligent transportation systems (ITS)
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including structural, highway, environmental, and structural engineers
• Apply your technical expertise and support during project development, permitting, bidding, and construction phases
• Uphold project schedules, budgets, and deliverables under the guidance of a project manager
• Conduct site inspections, prepare technical reports, and liaise with municipal agencies, contractors, and stakeholders
• Act as a professional ambassador for BETA, cultivating and sustaining client relationships
• Assist with proposal development and business development initiatives as needed
• Mentor junior staff and support quality assurance / quality control efforts

Preferred location is BETA’s Lincoln office. Candidates should have flexibility to work from our other office locations. BETA also offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing employees to request working remotely up to 2 days per week.

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About BETA :

BETA Group, Inc. is a New England based consultant engineering firm and leader in the fields of transportation, traffic, structural, civil / site, and water / wastewater engineering; landscape architecture; urban design and planning; GIS / asset management; environmental sciences and permitting; and construction services. BETA is 100% employee-owned and offers an exceptional compensation and benefits package including :

BETA is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be eligible for employment in the USA without sponsorship.