Senior Traffic Engineer
About The Position
Michael Baker International offers clients an integrated team of professionals versed in all aspects of transportation planning, design, permitting, and construction management and inspection. In addition, Michael Baker International is a recognized leader in the practical aspects of operating and maintaining a safe and efficient transportation infrastructure. Michael Baker International is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer to join our 30+ person Traffic Engineering and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Department. This role focuses on leading efforts in traffic signal design, operations, analysis, fine-tuning, and optimization across a range of projects for clients such as NJDOT, NYSDOT, NYCDOT, NYC-DDC, PANYNJ, NJTA, and other regional agencies in the Northeast. Flexible hybrid work arrangements are available from our offices in Hamilton, NJ, Newark, NJ, and New York City.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
- 15+ years in traffic engineering, including 5+ years in leadership roles
- PE license in NJ and/or NY (required)
- Strong expertise in traffic signal design, timing, and optimization
- Proven experience with regional agencies and multidisciplinary project teams
- Excellent communication, client engagement, and proposal development skills
Nice To Haves
- PTOE certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Oversee corridor-wide optimization and transit signal priority applications
- Conduct operations analysis using Synchro, VISSIM, and ATMS platforms
- Mentor junior engineers and support business development initiatives
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate ITS technologies (CAV, fiber/wireless, ATMS)
- Ensure QA/QC compliance and guide projects from concept through construction
- Represent MBI in client meetings, public forums, and professional organizations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
