Traffic Engineer, Professional Engineer – MOT and Signing

Trilon Group

Traffic Engineer designing and delivering transportation projects focused on signing and pavement markings. Collaborating with engineers and clients to improve community safety and mobility.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeRiverdale • Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in traffic engineering design, including signing and MOT, while effectively managing project teams and delivering comprehensive technical reports and construction plans. Proficient in utilizing industry-standard software and adhering to DOT standards and design criteria.

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Professional Engineering (PE) LicensureTraffic Engineering DesignBentley ProjectWiseMicroStationAutoCAD Civil 3D

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Hard Skills

Traffic Control DesignConstruction Plan PreparationTechnical Report WritingRoadway DesignMOT PlanningSignCADSynchro/SimTrafficVistroVissimInRoads

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Bentley ProjectWiseMicroStationInRoadsOpenRoadsAutoCAD Civil 3DSignCADSynchro/SimTrafficVistroVissim

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineering (PE) Licensure

Industry Keywords

Traffic EngineeringDOT StandardsPlan Preparation ProceduresTransportation ProjectsDesign Criteria

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analysis, design, and plan sheet preparation of signing, striping, and MOT/traffic control for interstates, freeways, highways, interchanges, and intersections
Prepare clear and accurate studies, technical reports, construction plans, specifications, and estimates from start to finish with minimal oversight
Function as a technical specialist on small to mid-scale projects
Coordinate and lead traffic discussions with the project team, clients, and stakeholders
Coordinate and work within a team of project managers, design engineers, technicians, and support staff to successfully complete a variety of transportation projects
Assist in managing assignments, workloads, and training/mentoring of traffic group staff
Assist in coordination with other managers and leads to share resources

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university
Professional Engineering (PE) licensure
4 - 8 years experience in traffic engineering design with a focus on signing and MOT
Knowledge and experience with Bentley ProjectWise, MicroStation, InRoads, OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D, SignCAD, and other applicable software common to the field of transportation engineering
Hands-on experience with Synchro/SimTraffic, Vistro, and/or Vissim preferred
Experience in roadway design is preferred
Experience with DOT’s plan preparation procedures and standards
Experience and understanding of local, regional, state, and federal design criteria
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills
Self-motivated with solid organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to interact and work cooperatively with client and multi-disciplinary team members
A desire to grow personally and professionally with each project while working in a team environment to create designs and drawings supporting our client’s overall project goals

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Generous paid time off
401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
Professional development opportunities including in-house training
Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure
Sign-on bonus