Senior Traffic Engineer/Project Manager

What We're Looking For:

Michael Baker is seeking a Traffic Engineer/Project Manager to join our Transportation team.

In this role, you will support a variety of transportation projects involving traffic operations, roadway safety, traffic signal design, ITS, roadway lighting, signing and pavement markings, and maintenance of traffic (MOT).

The successful candidate will perform traffic analyses, develop engineering designs, prepare technical reports, and contribute to projects from planning through final design.

This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams while helping deliver innovative solutions that improve mobility and safety.

At Michael Baker International, our collaborative and flexible culture empowers employees to take ownership of their professional development while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Whether you're advancing your technical expertise, pursuing leadership opportunities, or exploring new career paths across our diverse business lines, you'll have access to the resources, support, and meaningful projects needed to achieve your goals.

Join a team where innovation is encouraged, flexibility is valued, and your long-term success is a priority

What You'll Do:


* Perform traffic operations evaluations, safety assessments, and traffic signal timing analysis.


* Design traffic signals, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), roadway lighting, signing and pavement marking plans, and Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) plans.


* Prepare engineering calculations, cost estimates, technical reports, specifications, and construction documents.


* Analyze data and develop recommendations to support transportation planning and engineering decisions.


* Review and interpret engineering plans, specifications, standards, and technical reports.


* Prepare and review plans, calculations, and project deliverables to ensure quality and compliance with applicable standards.


* Coordinate with project managers, engineers, clients, and agency stakeholders throughout project development.


* Support project delivery while applying sound engineering judgment and problem-solving skills.

What You Need to Succeed:


* Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related discipline.


* 8+ years' experience in a Traffic Engineering related position with increased responsibilities


* Professional Engineer (PE) license in CA or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment


* Experience preparing Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) packages.


* Experience with CAD design platforms, including AutoCAD and MicroStation, for the preparation of traffic engineering, ITS, signing and striping, and roadway improvement plans.


* Knowledge of traffic signal design, ITS systems, traffic modeling, and safety analysis.


* Strong knowledge of traffic signal systems, ITS, and roadway design coordination


* Proven ability...