Job: Entry-Level Traffic Engineer

Location: Chesterfield, MO or Lenexa, KS

Build Your Future with GBA

At GBA, we're more than just a team- we're problem-solvers, collaborators, and innovators. Our people are passionate about delivering high-quality, technically sound solutions that improve the communities where we live, work, and play. We combine deep expertise with a commitment to mentorship, safety, and continuous improvement to create remarkable outcomes for our clients and meaningful growth for our people.

Were looking for an Entry-Level Traffic Engineer to join our growing Traffic Group. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of transportation projects including signing, lighting, pavement marking, traffic control, signal design, traffic impact studies, corridor studies, and coordinated signal timing plans. You'll support private, municipal, county, and DOT clients while exploring emerging areas like smart work zones, complete streets, and Vision Zero initiatives.

What You'll Do

As an Entry-Level Traffic Engineer, you'll:

• Assist in the layout and design of traffic signals, roadway lighting, pavement markings, and signing.
• Develop traffic sequencing and traffic control plans.
• Contribute to Transportation Management Plans (TMPs).
• Analyze traffic operations to determine levels of service.
• Review crash data to identify correctable patterns.
• Perform traffic volume analysis and forecasting.
• Prepare Traffic Impact Study (TIS) and Traffic Design Study documents.
• Conduct warrant studies for traffic control devices.
• Use traffic simulation modeling tools to generate operational data and graphics.
• Conduct inventories and evaluations of traffic controls and infrastructure.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• EI certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• At least 2 years of experience in project design, plan development, and traffic analysis.
• Strong technical knowledge of traffic engineering principles.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn traffic analysis software such as Synchro and VISSIM/VISUM.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At GBA, you'll be part of a team that values integrity, safety, and innovation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, accident, and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives
• Paid company holidays, floating holidays, and flexible time off
• Opportunities for training, professional growth, and advancement

Join Our Team

If you're a motivated traffic engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and is excited about the future of transportation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and build your future with GBA.

At GBA, we are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer promoting diversity in our workforce by including all individuals regardless of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.