Traffic Engineer Technical Lead

Job Description

Your future position Traffic Engineer Technical Lead Choose your location Flexible within Baxter \& Woodmans operating states including Illinois Wisconsin Florida and Texas Hybrid and Remote work arrangements may be considered Employment Type Full Time or Part Time 2030 hours per week Why you should join our team Why Baxter \& Woodman At Baxter \& Woodman both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long lasting fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2026 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff About the role Your Impact Baxter \& Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for a Traffic Engineer Technical Lead in our offices in Illinois Wisconsin Florida and Texas This position will primarily consist of providing technical leadership quality oversight and strategic guidance for traffic engineering and transportation projects throughout our national service area Responsibilities may include traffic impact studies traffic operations analysis safety evaluations traffic signal design signing and pavement marking plans maintenance of traffic plans transportation planning efforts and corridor studies In addition to traditional traffic engineering services this role will support our Transportation Construction and Design Build groups across our service area working with State County Municipal and private sector clients This team oriented position will involve collaboration with Baxter \& Woodmans diverse disciplines and offices while serving as a technical resource and mentor to staff throughout the organization What your day to day will look like Provide technical leadership and oversight for traffic engineering and transportation planning projectsLead Manage and Review traffic impact studies transportation analyses traffic signal warrant studies and corridor evaluationsLead Manage and Review preparation of traffic signal designs signing and pavement marking plans maintenance of traffic plans and related transportation documentsServe as a technical resource and mentor to engineering staff Participate in project planning scheduling budgeting and quality control reviewsLead or support proposal preparation client or industry event presentations and business development activitiesAssist with traffic related strategic growth initiatives within the transportation practiceDevelop and implement quality assurance and quality control standards to improve consistency efficiency and technical excellence across projects Stay current on industry standards FHWA guidance MUTCD requirements and evolving traffic engineering best practicesEducationCertification Requirements BS degree in Civil Engineering or related field Must haves what you will bring 15 years of progressive traffic engineering and transportation experienceStrong knowledge of traffic operations traffic safety traffic signal systems and transportation planning principlesExperience managing and reviewing traffic impact studies traffic signals improvements and general traffic engineering projectsAbility to travel throughout Baxter \& Woodmans Illinois service areas own transportation and attend client and in office meetings as requiredAbility to independently handle a variety of ongoing tasks and responsibilitiesStrong written verbal computer and organizational skillsWork within a Team first culture that encourages individual development and accomplishment of goalsPreferred Qualifications Professional Traffic Operations Engineer PTOE certification preferredLicensed Professional Engineer preferredCompensation The pay range for this role is 130000 to 160000 Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate including but not limited to skill set depth of experience and certifications You matter Our outstanding benefits At our organization we prioritize the holistic well being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings including medical dental and vision plans alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support Financial well being is enhanced through our financial planning program life and disability insurance tax savings plans and coverage for accidents and cancer Balancing work and life we provide generous paid time off paid holidays parental leave and varied schedules Additionally we lead the industry by offering 401k plans supported by expert financial advisors and an Employee Stock Ownership program ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving supportive community dedicated to their well being financial security and happiness Baxter \& Woodman is an equal opportunity VetDisability employer