Entry Level Traffic Engineer - 2027 Graduate
The Entry Level Traffic Engineer at Confidential Client will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop traffic and transportation engineering solutions for diverse projects across public and private sectors. Responsibilities include conducting traffic impact studies, designing traffic control plans, performing operational analyses using specialized software, and preparing detailed reports. This role offers a hybrid work environment and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive and innovative culture.
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Position Overview
Confidential Client is seeking an Entry Level Traffic Engineer (2027 Graduate) to join their Traffic Operations team in Weathersfield, CT. This is a full‑time, entry-level engineering role working on public, private, and institutional transportation projects (municipal, state agencies, higher education). The position includes hands-on field work, traffic analysis, and design support with mentoring from experienced engineers.
What You’ll Do
- Work within a team to develop traffic and transportation planning and engineering solutions for a variety of projects
- Prepare traffic impact studies and technical reports
- Develop sign, pavement marking, and traffic signal design plans using MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
- Develop traffic signal timing plans and perform signal timing tasks
- Collect and tabulate traffic data; perform field measurements and equipment verification (photos, measurements)
- Perform intersection and corridor operational analyses using Synchro, SimTraffic, HCS, Sidra, Vissim, and similar tools
- Analyze and evaluate traffic improvements and convey recommendations in writing and presentations
Skills & Abilities
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Detail oriented and self-motivated
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with a willingness to learn new tools and methods
- Proficient computer skills; comfortable learning new software
- Effective team player who collaborates across disciplines
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
- 0–1 years of engineering experience (entry-level / recent graduate)
- Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation is a plus
- Experience with Synchro, Vissim, HCS, and/or other traffic analysis software is a plus
Compensation & Benefits
- Full-time annual base salary range (Weathersfield, CT): $81,000 to $83,000
- Base pay will be determined based on job-related factors permitted by law (experience, credentials, skills, location, etc.)
- Confidential Client offers additional total rewards such as eligibility for incentive/merit increases, 401(k), medical/dental/vision, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and other benefits. The posted range reflects base pay only.
Why Join
- Work on meaningful projects that impact communities across the East Coast
- Collaborative, inclusive culture with learning and development opportunities and access to modern tools (including AI-enabled workflows)
- Supportive mentoring and a flexible/hybrid work environment for eligible roles
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind.
To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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