Traffic Engineer

Company: Summit Design and Engineering Services
Location: Hillsborough
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Headquartered in Raleigh, NC, Summit Design and Engineering Services, Inc. is a trusted partner to municipalities, state agencies, and private clients throughout the Southeast. Our firm is known for innovative, practical solutions that strengthen communities and create a lasting impact on the places where we live, work, and play. Collaboration and growth are the cornerstone of our success. We encourage professional development with enticing benefits, such as our student loan/tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time, and professional development assistance. We also provide four weeks of PTO, wellness stipends, and flexible work options, fostering a workplace that encourages balance both in the office and in your day-to-day life. We're looking for individuals who share our commitment to shaping our communities' futures through thoughtful, impactful work. If you're ready to contribute your talents alongside some of the industry's best and brightest, we welcome you to apply! We are seeking a qualified individual to lead and assist in the development of traffic signal, electrical programming details, ITS, and broadband fiber designs. This position will be based in our Traffic/ITS Department at either our Hillsborough or Raleigh office. The role primarily involves working on NCDOT roadway/highway projects, as well as municipal streets, pedestrian facilities, and broadband fiber design projects in Virginia. Responsibilities: Lead and assist in the development of traffic signal designs, ITS, and broadband fiber designs Work on NCDOT roadway/highway projects, as well as municipal streets and pedestrian facilities Thorough knowledge of NCDOT traffic signal design standards and MUTCD protocols Perform field investigations, construction inspections, and traffic signal equipment inventories Collaborate with clients and public agencies; occasionally participate in public meetings and presentations Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE) or Civil Engineering Technology (BSCET) or similar degree Minimum of five (5) years of progressive design experience in transportation design Familiarity with Microstation, Open Roads, Geopack, and Corridor Modeling Professional Engineer (PE) license required in NC or the ability to obtain within six (6) months from date of hire; registration in other states is favorable NCDOT & VDOT design experience preferred Strong knowledge of traffic engineering disciplines such as TIA/capacity analysis, signal system timing plans, pavement marking, and signing Excellent communication skills, proactive attitude, and ability to manage multiple tasks Experience in client development and project management Experience in general project development workflow Strong engineering analysis and judgment Ability to adhere to project budgets and schedules Valid driver's license and ability to drive Summit Design and Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. E-verify. A background check, including a criminal and driving record check, will be performed. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate. Many factors will be considered when a conviction is present.

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