TN Visa Traffic Engineer Jobs
Traffic Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA Engineering category, covering design, analysis, and safety work on transportation systems. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no cap; Mexican citizens go through consular processing. A qualifying job offer and a relevant engineering degree are required.
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Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of nearly 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM Technical Services, Inc. is seeking a Traffic Engineer in Denver, CO.
Job Responsibilities:
- Develop plan, specification, and estimate (PS&E) packages for various transportation projects
- Perform traffic signal design for various state and local agencies using national, state, and local standards and guidance
- Provide fiber optic connections and coordinate with utilities to complete designs
- Analyze intersections for operational, capacity, and safety issues to recommend improvements
- Perform signal warrant analyses
- Use MUTCD, state and local standards to develop construction phasing plans
- Design signing and striping plans
- Work with transportation and structures groups to coordinate various design activities that meet schedule and budget
- Perform QC reviews as required
- Analyze the need for overhead sign structures along with the size and coordinates with the structures group to address design needs
- Perform safety analysis using the Highway Safety Manual and provide recommendations for improvement
- Prepare reports summarizing findings from analyses
- Provide mentorship in the daily tasks of junior engineers by reviewing work and providing feedback
- Use modifications of standard procedures or methods to propose approaches to solve new problems encountered
- Perform business development activities, including identification of project opportunities, marketing clients, making technical presentations at conferences, assisting with proposal preparation, and assisting with recruiting efforts
- Assist project managers in the development of scopes of work, cost estimates, and schedules
- Telecommuting permitted up to 3 days per week
- Supervises one (1) Civil Engineer I
Qualifications
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Construction, or a related field of study and 4 years of experience as a Transportation Engineer, Traffic Engineer, Engineering Specialist, or in a related occupation.
Position requires experience in the following:
- CAD software, including MicroStation and AutoCAD
- Traffic engineering applications, including VISSIM, HCS, Synchro, Rodel, Sidra, and HSM
- Highway Safety Manual analysis tools
- Traffic signal design software
- Transportation planning applications
- Manual of Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and applications
- Development of Plans, Specifications and Estimate (PS&E) packages
- Construction phasing and Traffic Control Plan development
- ITS design for projects
- Systems Engineering Analysis
- Minimal roadway design
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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.
Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of nearly 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM Technical Services, Inc. is seeking a Traffic Engineer in Denver, CO.
Job Responsibilities:
- Develop plan, specification, and estimate (PS&E) packages for various transportation projects
- Perform traffic signal design for various state and local agencies using national, state, and local standards and guidance
- Provide fiber optic connections and coordinate with utilities to complete designs
- Analyze intersections for operational, capacity, and safety issues to recommend improvements
- Perform signal warrant analyses
- Use MUTCD, state and local standards to develop construction phasing plans
- Design signing and striping plans
- Work with transportation and structures groups to coordinate various design activities that meet schedule and budget
- Perform QC reviews as required
- Analyze the need for overhead sign structures along with the size and coordinates with the structures group to address design needs
- Perform safety analysis using the Highway Safety Manual and provide recommendations for improvement
- Prepare reports summarizing findings from analyses
- Provide mentorship in the daily tasks of junior engineers by reviewing work and providing feedback
- Use modifications of standard procedures or methods to propose approaches to solve new problems encountered
- Perform business development activities, including identification of project opportunities, marketing clients, making technical presentations at conferences, assisting with proposal preparation, and assisting with recruiting efforts
- Assist project managers in the development of scopes of work, cost estimates, and schedules
- Telecommuting permitted up to 3 days per week
- Supervises one (1) Civil Engineer I
Qualifications
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Construction, or a related field of study and 4 years of experience as a Transportation Engineer, Traffic Engineer, Engineering Specialist, or in a related occupation.
Position requires experience in the following:
- CAD software, including MicroStation and AutoCAD
- Traffic engineering applications, including VISSIM, HCS, Synchro, Rodel, Sidra, and HSM
- Highway Safety Manual analysis tools
- Traffic signal design software
- Transportation planning applications
- Manual of Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and applications
- Development of Plans, Specifications and Estimate (PS&E) packages
- Construction phasing and Traffic Control Plan development
- ITS design for projects
- Systems Engineering Analysis
- Minimal roadway design
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Traffic Engineer
Verify your degree meets engineering requirements
TN status requires a degree in engineering or a directly related field. A civil or transportation engineering degree is the cleanest fit. Degrees in urban planning or applied science may require additional documentation to establish the connection to traffic engineering work.
Target infrastructure and transportation planning firms
Engineering consultancies contracted by state DOTs and municipalities hire traffic engineers regularly and have experience with work visa sponsorship. These employers understand the TN visa process and are more likely to move quickly once you have a qualifying offer.
Confirm the job title aligns with USMCA engineering categories
Your offer letter must describe duties that qualify under the Engineering occupation category. Titles like Traffic Operations Analyst or Transportation Planner can work, but the duties described must be grounded in engineering analysis, not general project coordination.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with recent visa filings
Search Migrate Mate to identify traffic engineering employers with recent visa filings and experience sponsoring work visas. Targeting firms familiar with visa sponsorship processes means working with employers who understand the documentation and procedures required for international hiring.
Prepare a support letter that maps credentials to the role
CBP officers at the port of entry review your employer's support letter carefully. It should explicitly connect your engineering degree and experience to the specific traffic engineering duties in the offer, not just restate your job title.
Understand that Mexicans must complete consular processing in advance
Unlike Canadians who can obtain TN status at the border, Mexican citizens must schedule a consular interview at a U.S. embassy. Build at least four to eight weeks into your timeline after receiving a job offer to account for appointment availability.
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Find Traffic Engineer JobsTraffic Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Traffic Engineer role qualify for a TN visa?
Yes. Traffic Engineering falls under the USMCA Engineering occupation category, which covers roles requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or an equivalent field. Your offer letter must describe duties grounded in engineering analysis, such as traffic flow modeling, signal timing, or safety studies, not general project management.
How does the TN visa compare to the H-1B for Traffic Engineers?
The TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so there's no waiting period or selection uncertainty. H-1B requires employer sponsorship through a lottery with limited slots each fiscal year. For Traffic Engineers with a qualifying degree and a job offer, the TN is a faster and more predictable path, though it does not lead directly to permanent residence the way an H-1B can.
Where can I find Traffic Engineer jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN-eligible roles in the United States. You can search for Traffic Engineer positions with employers who have active sponsorship history, which removes the friction of approaching firms unfamiliar with TN requirements.
What documents does a Canadian Traffic Engineer need at the port of entry?
You need a valid Canadian passport, an employer support letter describing your engineering duties and confirming TN eligibility, and proof of your engineering degree. CBP reviews these documents at the port of entry and can approve TN status the same day for clean applications.
Can a Traffic Engineer on TN status change employers?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. You cannot begin work for a new employer under your existing TN. Canadians can get a new TN approved at the port of entry when starting with a new employer. Mexicans need to return to a U.S. consulate for a new visa. Plan the transition carefully to avoid a gap in authorized employment.
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