BKF Engineers

Project Engineer – Traffic

BKF Engineers

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: San Jose • California • United States

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Salary

💰 $99,000 - $135,000 per year

About the role

  • 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.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
traffic engineeringsignal designtraffic controltraffic forecastingtraffic modelingsignal timingpavement markingmultimodal corridor improvementsconstruction specificationsquantity takeoffs
Soft Skills
written communicationverbal communicationcollaborationproject schedulingpermittingconstruction oversight
Certifications
EITPETE