Senior Traffic Engineer

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AECOM is seeking a Senior Traffic Engineer to join our established transportation engineering team in Atlanta, GA. This role is ideal for an experienced traffic engineer who enjoys leading technical design, shaping analysis approaches, and contributing expertise across a wide range of traffic engineering projects. You’ll work closely with a respected group of engineers on meaningful studies and design efforts that support our client's real‑world transportation decisions.  A hybrid work option is available.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Lead day-to-day traffic engineering production, assigning tasks and maintaining schedule and quality to deliver traffic analysis, forecasting, safety studies, traffic simulations, and conceptual designs
• Perform detailed QA/QC reviews of deliverables prior to submittals
• Support the development of technical approaches on projects
• Ensure compliance with GDOT standards and requirements
• Develop and track scope, schedule, and budget; proactively identify and communicate risks or issues to the PM
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers to support team performance and development
• Coordinate effectively with clients and subconsultants
• Represent AECOM at stakeholder meetings and public engagements.
• Collaborate with multiple engineering disciplines on larger projects that require traffic engineering services

Minimum :

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or related discipline
• 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Georgia or the ability to obtain within 6 months

Preferred:

• 12 years of relevant experience
• Experience in an applicable industry and GDOT standards, regulations, and guidelines, including MUTCD and traffic analysis software.
• Experience and training with the GDOT Plan Development Process
• Experience with the GDOT Pedestrian and Streetscape Guide and similar documents
• Experience producing technical memos and reports
• Experience presenting to clients and/or stakeholders

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not an option for this position

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.