Hybrid Project Engineer – Traffic

at BKF Engineers

• Job title: Project Engineer – Traffic
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $99,000 - $135,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, San Jose, United States

About the role

• Traffic Project Engineer focusing on traffic engineering and planning for BKF Engineers. Collaborating on projects like signalized intersections and corridor studies in California.

Responsibilities

• Design and coordination of traffic engineering projects including signal design, pavement marking/striping, signage, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), ADA curb ramps, and multimodal corridor improvements
• Preparation of traffic signal plans, signal timing, and traffic control designs using industry-standard tools such as Civil 3D, SignCAD, AGI 32, and AutoTURN
• Conduct traffic forecasting and modeling analyses and Vehicle-Miles Traveled assessments using CUBE, TransCAD, or other Travel Demand Management (TDM) or Activity-Based Models (ABM) software
• Assess traffic operations using Cubic Synchro/SimTraffic and develop signal timings
• Support traffic planning and analysis, including Traffic Impact Studies, Vision Zero initiatives, Active Transportation Plans, Circulation Elements, and Area Specific Plans
• Prepare construction specifications, quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and Requests for Information (RFIs) for traffic-related projects
• Apply Federal, State, and local codes, standards, and Caltrans requirements to traffic design and planning projects
• Develop conceptual design alternatives and feasibility studies for traffic signal and corridor improvements
• Collaborate across departments and with external stakeholders, including public agencies, consultants, and community groups, throughout the project lifecycle
• Support project scheduling, permitting, and construction oversight as needed

Requirements

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program
• 3+ years of experience in traffic engineering, with emphasis on signal design, traffic planning, traffic control, and corridor studies
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D; experience with SignCAD, AGI 32, and Cubic Synchro/SimTraffic is highly desirable
• EIT, PE, or TE certification preferred; candidates with professional licensures will be prioritized
• Knowledge of traffic modeling and forecasting techniques with CUBE, TransCAD, or other TDM-related software
• Experience with traffic planning studies, such as Traffic Impact Studies, Vision Zero, and Active Transportation Plans
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, public agencies, consultants, and community stakeholders

Benefits

• The typical base salary range for this position is $99,000.00 - $135,000.00, annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly.
• Competitive salaries, end of year bonuses, profit sharing, and 401k.
• Generous paid time off packages.
• 9 Paid Holidays.
• Flexible schedules.
• Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations.
• BKF offers competitive and award-winning benefits and perks. To learn more click here.