Traffic Engineer

Hanson Professional Services Inc.

. Complete traffic simulation models, intersection and interchange design studies, engineering reports, and traffic signal/ITS design .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timePeoria • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in traffic engineering, including traffic simulation modeling, intersection design, and traffic analysis. Proficient in project management, technical communication, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

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Traffic Simulation ModelingTraffic Analysis Using Modeling SoftwareIllinois Professional Engineer LicenseProject ManagementStrong Communication Abilities

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Hard Skills

Traffic ForecastingTravel Demand ModelingCapacity AnalysisGeometric DesignCrash AnalysisBenefit-Cost AnalysisOperational AnalysisWarrant AnalysisSpeed StudiesTrip Generation

Soft Skills

CollaborationTechnical Communication

Tools & Technologies

Highway Capacity SoftwareSynchroVissimATMS SoftwareMicrostationOpenRoads

Certifications & Qualifications

Illinois Professional Engineer LicensePTOE Certification

Industry Keywords

Traffic Signal DesignITS DesignHSMHCMMUTCDAASHTO GreenbookPROWAGIDOT ExperienceIL Tollway Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Complete traffic simulation models, intersection and interchange design studies, engineering reports, and traffic signal/ITS design
Perform traffic analyses and studies including traffic forecasting, travel demand modeling, traffic impact analysis, capacity analysis, operational analysis, warrant analysis, speed studies, trip generation, O-D studies, benefit-cost analysis, feasibility studies, and crash analysis
Monitor progress of traffic engineering tasks on active projects, ensuring production requirements, QA/QC, and project expectations are met
Collaborate with project managers, senior technical staff, and other disciplines to execute significant projects across the country
Provide technical support for project proposals, presentations, and interviews
Assist in developing project scopes, budgets, and schedules
Develop knowledge of traffic signal modernization, optimization, communications, and signal timing implementation
Perform field operations involving ATMS software, controllers, traffic signal cabinets, and ITS equipment
Collaborate on planning, design, and implementation for ITS and emerging technology projects
Work to grow and lead a team for this emerging service area

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS or MS in civil engineering or related degree
6+ years of transportation or traffic engineering experience
Current Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months of starting
Traffic analysis of intersections, interchanges, and corridors using modeling software such as Highway Capacity Software, Synchro, and Vissim
Understanding of HSM, HCM, MUTCD, AASHTO Greenbook, and PROWAG
Strong communication abilities, especially in explaining technical concepts to engineers, clients, and public stakeholders
Experience with geometric design of intersections and interchanges (preferred)
CAD experience with Microstation/OpenRoads (preferred)
Familiarity with travel demand modeling concepts (preferred)
IDOT and IL Tollway experience (preferred)
PTOE certification (desirable)
Occasional travel, typically 1–2 days/month, for client meetings and site visits

Benefits

Comp & perks

$5,000 signing bonus
Annual discretionary bonus based on individual and company performance
Competitive compensation
401(k) with matching contribution
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Comprehensive health & well-being plans
Financial wellness plans
Work-life balance programs
Flexible work arrangements
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