Senior Professional Traffic Engineer

Senior Professional Traffic Engineer

Department: Civil/Municipal

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Howell, NJ

Description

CME Associates is a leading engineering firm specializing in transportation and infrastructure projects. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Traffic Engineer to join our team in Howell, New Jersey. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, along with a P.E. (Professional Engineer) and P.T.O.E. (Professional Traffic Operations Engineer) license. As a Traffic Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and implementing traffic engineering solutions to enhance safety, efficiency, and mobility within our communities.

Responsibilities

• Traffic Planning and Analysis:

• Conduct thorough traffic impact studies, traffic flow analysis, and capacity analysis to evaluate existing and proposed transportation systems.

• Utilize industry-standard software and tools to model traffic patterns and simulate traffic scenarios.

• Develop comprehensive traffic management plans for both temporary and permanent situations.

• Roadway Design and Optimization:

• Design and optimize roadway geometrics, including intersections, signals, signage, and pavement markings.

• Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal standards and guidelines.

• Incorporate innovative and sustainable transportation solutions into the design process.

• Traffic Signal Systems:

• Design, evaluate, and optimize traffic signal systems to improve intersection efficiency and reduce congestion.

• Conduct signal timing studies and implement signal coordination plans.

• Stay updated with the latest advances in traffic signal technology and apply them effectively.

• Traffic Safety:

• Identify potential traffic safety issues and develop strategies to mitigate risks.

• Analyze crash data and develop effective countermeasures to improve safety.

• Conduct road safety audits and recommend improvements based on findings.

• Project Management:

• Manage multiple traffic engineering projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.

• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to define project objectives and scope.

• Prepare detailed reports, technical drawings, and specifications to communicate project requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in traffic engineering, transportation planning, or related field.

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.

• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (P.T.O.E.) license.

• Extensive knowledge of traffic engineering principles, practices, and standards.

• Proficiency in industry-standard software tools such as VISSIM, Synchro, HCS, or similar.

Benefits

CME offers a competitive compensation package including: medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, educational assistance program and paid time off.