Full-Time

Traffic Engineer

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Benesch

Benesch

501-1,000 employees

Engineering and consulting for community infrastructure

Consulting
Government & Public Sector
Social Impact

Mid

Wichita, KS, USA + 5 more

More locations: Topeka, KS, USA | Lenexa, KS, USA | Kansas City, MO, USA | Fort Riley, KS, USA | Kansas City, KS, USA

Hybrid work schedule; in-office work required at any of the Kansas/Missouri offices.

Category
Transportation Engineering
Architecture & Civil Engineering
Requirements
  • BS in civil engineering or a related discipline required
  • Minimum of 6+ years of related civil transportation and traffic engineering analysis and design experience desired. KDOT and MoDOT experience is a plus
  • PE licensure required; PTOE is a plus
  • Experience with Synchro/Sim Traffic software, Highway Capacity Software, and other traffic analysis programs
  • Excellent communication and client relation skills
  • Strong technical writing skills
  • Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules
  • Ability to perform complex analysis and design
  • Ability to assemble a complete design package for assigned elements or projects
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Responsibilities
  • Complete traffic engineering studies for intersections and corridors, including traffic impact studies
  • Plan and coordinate the collection and assimilation of traffic data
  • Perform traffic engineering analysis using a variety of simulation capacity analysis software (Synchro, Highway Capacity Software, Sidra, Vissim)
  • Review and conduct safety analysis studies per the Highway Safety Manual
  • Review and interpret analysis from simulations and calculations
  • Prepare traffic impact studies, interchange justification reports, and transportation planning reports
  • Design and layout various intersection and corridor improvements, including roundabouts, diverging diamond interchanges, and other innovative designs
  • Develop plans and specifications for traffic management during construction, pavement marking and signage, and traffic signals
  • Compute quantities for traffic engineering design tasks and demonstrate awareness of relationships to bid items
  • Mentor and oversee work done by entry-level engineers and technicians
  • Develop task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner
  • Perform tasks on schedule and within budget as assigned
  • Work independently under the guidance of a Project Manager
  • Work with design teams on larger projects
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills, including public speaking

Benesch enhances community infrastructure across the United States by specializing in engineering and consulting services. The company focuses on various sectors, including transportation, aviation, bridges, railroads, roadways, and transit systems, as well as community planning, education, parks and recreation, private development, and environmental services. Benesch serves municipalities, government agencies, and private clients, providing comprehensive infrastructure solutions with a strong emphasis on ADA compliance to ensure accessibility in public facilities and transportation systems. Their multidisciplinary team collaborates to tackle complex infrastructure challenges, delivering high-quality outcomes that foster long-term client relationships. Revenue is generated through project-based contracts for large-scale infrastructure projects, which leads to repeat business and referrals. The goal of Benesch is to improve community infrastructure sustainably and effectively.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1946

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Recognition as Consultant of the Year by Kane County and Employer of the Year by WTS Pittsburgh Chapter highlights Benesch's industry leadership and positive workplace culture.
  • The firm's involvement in diverse sectors such as transportation, aviation, and environmental services offers employees a wide range of project experiences and professional growth opportunities.
  • Benesch's project-based revenue model ensures financial stability and continuous opportunities for large-scale, impactful projects.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive engineering and consulting market requires Benesch to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Dependence on project-based contracts may lead to revenue fluctuations, especially if large projects are delayed or canceled.

What makes Benesch unique

  • Benesch's holistic approach to ADA compliance sets it apart by ensuring comprehensive accessibility across all municipal aspects, a feature not commonly emphasized by competitors.
  • The company's multidisciplinary team allows for innovative and collaborative solutions, providing a competitive edge in delivering high-quality infrastructure projects.
  • Benesch's focus on long-term client relationships through successful project delivery and repeat business distinguishes it from firms that rely solely on new client acquisition.

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