Entry-Level Traffic Engineer

Hanson Values
Integrity | Commitment | Quality | Relationships | Innovation

If you're looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company's practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.

A Day in the Life of an Entry-Level Traffic Engineer (EIT) at Hanson
Here's a snapshot of what you would do in this role:

• Assist in traffic engineering and analysis tasks under the guidance of senior engineers
• Support the development of plans, specifications, and estimates for traffic signal, ITS, and safety improvement projects
• Contribute to intersection design, pedestrian and accessibility enhancements, Maintenance of Traffic (MOT)/Traffic Control Plans (TCP), and signing/pavement marking plans
• Help perform technical traffic studies, including traffic forecasting, operational analysis, and crash evaluations
• Participate in internal meetings and assist with the preparation of materials for client presentations
• Support project coordination, including scheduling, documentation, and quality control
• Contribute ideas to innovative solutions such as alternative intersection designs
• Conduct site visits and assist with construction support activities
• Collaborate with team members to explore new service areas within the traffic discipline
• Other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For
We feel the following qualifications would set you up for success in this role:

Skills

• Familiarity with traffic analysis tools such as Highway Capacity Software, Synchro, and/or Vissim
• Basic understanding of traffic signal design and intelligent transportation systems (ITS)
• Exposure to the Highway Safety Manual and Highway Capacity Manual
• Interest in travel demand modeling; experience with Visum, Cube, or TransCAD is a plus
• Familiarity with roadway design software such as OpenRoads Designer, PowerInRoads, or Civil 3D
• Understanding of MUTCD, AASHTO Green Book, and PROWAG guidelines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to learn and grow within a collaborative team environment

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field
• 0–2 years of experience in transportation or traffic engineering (internship or co-op experience preferred)
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification within 6 months of hire required
• Must have completed the following courses: Transportations Engineering, Economic Analysis of Engineering Projects, Fundamentals of Surveying, Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering, Structural Analysis, Construction Materials and Testing, Engineering Fluid Mechanics, Logistics for Construction Industry, Fundamental Building Systems, and Engineering and Construction Contracts

The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $85,000, depending on

experience.

Benefits
Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Performance bonuses
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Comprehensive health & well-being plans
• Financial wellness plans
• Work-life balance programs

Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.

Culture
About
We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It's important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You'll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:

• Monthly educational webinars
• Leadership training
• Lunch & learn development sessions
• 24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses
• Mentorship opportunities
• Award-winning internship program
• Employee recognition
• And so much more

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