Senior Traffic Engineer

Senior Traffic EngineerAt 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. 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.In the role of Senior Traffic Engineer, we'll count on you to:Provide design oversight for the production of roadway, lighting, signing, pavement marking, traffic signals and traffic management system design plans; intersection design; capacity and signal warrant analyses; and all aspects of an Intelligent Traffic Sub-systemAssist in providing oversight of the traffic control and sequencing plans throughout the construction phase of the projectServe as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity while planning and developing projects or design activities that have significant impact on major company programsOrganize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians as neededServe as project manager on larger projects, though project management is not sole focus of position as neededPreferred Qualifications:Large project experience, such as interstates, freeways and highwaysAdvanced certifications, such as PTOE, RSP1, or RSP 2Experience with Highway Safety Manual concepts and predictive analysis softwareExperience using VISSIM, TransModeler, HCS, CORSIM, Synchro/SIM Traffic and other software packagesHands-on experience with MicroStation, ORD, GuideSign, and SignCADExperience on projects for VDOT, MDOT or DDOTDiverse experience in related fields such as toll roads, roadway design, or construction is a plusPreference given to candidates currently residing in the Mid-Atlantic (VA/MD/DC) AreaRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degreeA minimum of 10 years' experience in ITS and traffic engineering for urban and rural highways, major and minor interchanges and intersectionsRequires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.Knowledge of regulations of state and federal transportation agenciesProficiency with Microsoft OfficeExperience using HCS, CORSIM, Synchro/SIM Traffic and other software packagesStrong oral and written communication skills, presentation skills and ability to work in a team environmentAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustPrimary Location: United States-Virginia-ViennaOther Locations: United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-Virginia-Glen Allen, United States-Maryland-Baltimore, United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach, United States-Maryland-FultonIndustry: Highway + RoadSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: Regular BusinessClass : Traffic EngineeringJob Posting: Aug 3, 2026