Traffic Engineering Technical Lead

RETTEW•Allentown, PA

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

RETTEW is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer / Technical Lead to join our Transportation team. This role is ideal for a senior professional who wants to combine deep technical expertise with leadership, guiding complex traffic projects while helping shape the direction of our traffic engineering services. You will play a key role in delivering impactful solutions and developing the next generation of engineers. About RETTEW RETTEW is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting firm delivering multidisciplinary solutions across transportation, energy, water and wastewater, environmental, and land development markets. Our work helps clients move projects forward while strengthening the communities we serve. Guided by our core values, Act Like an Owner, Value Relationships, and Exemplify Excellence, we are committed to delivering high-quality solutions and meaningful career growth. Work Environment Hybrid, 3 days per week in-office Locations: Pittsburgh, Lancaster, Mechanicsburg, or Lehigh Valley, PA Position Summary / What You’ll Do As a Senior Traffic Engineer / Technical Lead, you will lead the technical delivery of traffic engineering services across a range of projects, from intersection improvements to corridor and network-level studies. You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients and internal teams, ensuring technical excellence while influencing project strategy, mentoring staff, and contributing to the growth of RETTEW’s transportation practice.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
Professional Engineer (PE) license in Pennsylvania, or ability to obtain
8+ years of progressive experience in traffic engineering or transportation design
Demonstrated experience serving as a technical lead or senior project contributor
Proficiency in traffic analysis and modeling tools such as Synchro, HCS, or VISSIM
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

PTOE certification
Experience with PennDOT ECMS and project delivery processes
Experience mentoring, coaching, or supervising technical staff
Involvement in client development, proposal support, or business development

Responsibilities

Serve as a technical lead on traffic engineering projects, providing direction, oversight, and quality control
Lead traffic impact studies, signal design, corridor studies, and safety evaluations
Analyze complex transportation challenges and develop innovative, data-driven solutions
Oversee preparation and review of plans, specifications, and technical reports for accuracy and compliance
Coordinate with PennDOT, municipalities, MPOs, and other stakeholders to advance projects and secure approvals
Support and contribute to proposals, scopes, and budgets, helping position RETTEW for continued growth
Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff, fostering technical excellence and career progression
Stay current with evolving standards and best practices, including MUTCD, AASHTO, and PennDOT requirements

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience.
RETTEW offers an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving you a real stake in the company’s success and long-term value.
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement savings options.
Opportunities to take on a technical leadership role, influence project direction, and help grow traffic engineering services within a respected, employee-owned firm.
Support from our in-house training and development team, offering structured professional development, mentorship, and resources to expand both technical expertise and leadership capabilities.
A flexible, hybrid work environment that supports both productivity and work-life balance.
A culture where your expertise is trusted, your ideas are valued, and your contributions directly shape projects, teams, and client relationships.

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