Traffic Engineer I

Terra Engineering Ltd•Webster Groves, MO

3d•$56,000 - $66,000•Hybrid

About The Position

TERRA Engineering, Ltd. is hiring an entry-level Traffic Engineer I for its Transportation/Traffic Studies department in the St. Louis office. The role combines hands-on traffic data collection with foundational engineering analysis and design. The engineer will work alongside experienced engineers, contribute to project deliverables, and build technical judgment and efficiency through progressively challenging assignments. The position involves collecting and processing traffic data; supporting traffic studies and design development; performing basic analysis and calculations; preparing project documentation and deliverables using computer-aided engineering software; and participating in field investigations. The role requires variable hours based on project needs and data-collection schedules, occasional weekend work, and travel outside the St. Louis area, including overnight stays, approximately 20–30% of the time. Significant outdoor field work and physical activity are required. TERRA reports that it has more than 115 employees and emphasizes mentorship, collaboration, and professional development. Benefits include competitive compensation with a bonus program, paid holidays and paid time off, healthcare benefits, retirement plan options with safe harbor match and profit sharing, and hybrid/flexible work arrangements for most positions. Public transportation reimbursement is available to Chicago-area employees. Sponsorship is not available now or in the future for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an ABET/EAC-accredited program.
Zero or more years of experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Familiarity with computer-aided design software and other software commonly used in engineering.
Proficiency with general documentation and collaboration tools, including Microsoft 365, Bluebeam, and PowerPoint.
Clear, timely verbal and written communication and ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.
Good engineering judgment, attention to quality, and willingness to take on increasingly difficult assignments as proficiency grows.
Ability to work variable hours depending on project requirements and traffic data collection schedules, which may include occasional weekends.
Willingness to travel, including overnight stays, outside the St. Louis area, approximately 20–30%.
Ability to follow office, field, and traffic safety requirements, including use of appropriate personal protective equipment.
Ability to maintain a work schedule that supports team collaboration and project-specific requirements.
Ability to perform significant field work in outdoor weather and environmental conditions.
Ability to drive or ride in a vehicle for extended periods and perform physical activities including stooping, crouching, crawling, and lifting or carrying up to 30 pounds several times per day.

Nice To Haves

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation or successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
Interest in developing public speaking and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

Collect traffic data related to traffic flow, crashes, land use, and roadway geometry.
Set up and operate field equipment, including video collection units, pneumatic tubes, and magnetic traffic counters.
Prepare, organize, and transfer data using prescribed software and other appropriate methods.
Support traffic studies, design concepts, design options, and the development of design criteria with guidance from the project team.
Perform basic analysis and design calculations, document procedures, and help confirm compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Prepare schematics, design details, calculations, and other project deliverables using computer-aided engineering software.
Participate in field investigations as assigned.
Review work for quality control and quality assurance and help identify issues or errors.
Build trusted relationships with multidisciplinary team members while developing technical knowledge and work efficiency.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.