Project Engineer - Traffic - Tighe & Bond Inc

Where would you step in? 
As a Traffic Engineer, you’ll be working on projects that focus on improving the safety and efficiency of transportation systems. Whether it’s optimizing traffic flow, designing intersections, or contributing to highway improvements, you’ll play a crucial role in shaping the way people move. You’ll have the chance to work on a wide variety of projects, collaborating with both public agencies and private clients to develop traffic solutions that make a real impact. You could sit in either of our Connecticut offices (Middletown or Shelton). We offer a hybrid work environment and flexible Fridays in the summer. 

Our Transportation Team and Projects 
The transportation team focuses on planning, designing, and overseeing the construction of infrastructure projects such as highways, roads, and bridges. They work to ensure that these projects meet safety, efficiency, and environmental standards while accommodating current and future transportation needs. The team collaborates with public and private stakeholders to deliver projects that enhance mobility and connectivity within communities.

What will you be doing? 
As a traffic engineer, you will be responsible for analyzing and modeling traffic flow to improve road safety and efficiency. This includes designing traffic signals, intersections, and roadways while ensuring compliance with local regulations and safety standards. You will conduct traffic impact studies, prepare reports, and make recommendations to enhance traffic movement. Additionally, you will collaborate with public agencies, engineers, and stakeholders to deliver transportation solutions that address community and client needs.

What do you need? 
To qualify for this position, you must hold a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and have 3 to 8 years of experience in traffic or civil engineering, with hands-on experience in traffic analysis and roadway design. Additionally, you must either be a registered Professional Engineer in Connecticut or have the ability to obtain licensure within one year of starting the position. Licensure in other New England states will be considered a valuable differentiator, demonstrating a broader regional expertise that can benefit the variety of projects you will be involved in. Proficiency in traffic simulation software such as Synchro, VISSIM, or AutoCAD is essential, along with strong problem-solving and data analysis skills. Excellent communication skills are also necessary to effectively present technical concepts to clients and stakeholders.

Ways to grow your career
We offer tuition reimbursement, internal training opportunities, professional membership reimbursement, conference attendance and networking opportunities. We also offer a clear career path progression and mentorship from more experienced staff.

What is the culture like?
We are fully committed to the well-being of our employees, communities, and environment. Our inclusive culture is supportive and flexible so everyone can thrive. We genuinely like each other and enjoy events like our annual company-wide summer Lobsterfest, holiday parties, ball games, and other office activities. Giving back is also very important at Tighe & Bond; we demonstrate our commitment by providing multiple scholarships and encouraging employees to earn more PTO by participating in our award-winning Make a Difference community service program. 

Your financial future and wellness 
Our benefits consistently receive top marks from our employees, and they are designed for all generations, including a unique student loan repayment assistance program. We offer up to $1,000 in wellness incentives and reimbursements each plan year, including up to $400 in rewards through completing wellness activities throughout the year and up to $600 in fitness, mind & body, and weight-loss program reimbursements. We also offer two medical plan options including a generous PPO and an HSA eligible plan with employer contribution, dental, eye care, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, 8 holidays, PTO, optional legal insurance, discounted pet insurance, adoption assistance, spot awards, scholarships for employees’ college students, paid parental leave, Leadership in Safety awards, and recruitment and referral incentives. The salaries are determined based on internal equity and market analysis and will vary based on the candidate’s skill and experience; the salary range for this position is $75,000-$108,000. As an employee-owned company, we also offer generous year-end bonuses and robust deferred income benefits to help you build wealth through our matching 401(k), ESOP, and annual profit sharing.  

More about Tighe & Bond
We are a thriving, employee-owned engineering, design, and environmental consulting firm. In addition to being a top ten ENR New England Design Firm, we’ve been recognized as the 2023 Employer of the Year from SMPS Boston, ranked first in the Engineering and Environmental Services categories in Banker & Tradesman's "Best of" competition in 2022, and have been honored twice with the PSMJ Circle of Excellence award. With a team of over 500 designers, planners, scientists, and engineers, we offer creative solutions for land use, infrastructure, and building design, including addressing crucial challenges related to water resources, transportation, and both the built and natural environment throughout the Northeast. We are committed to growth, exceptional service, and designing for a more sustainable future. 

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws.