Mid Level Traffic Engineer Jobs
Mid level traffic engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own signal design projects, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and deliver analyses with limited day-to-day oversight. Openings run across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Consulting & Professional Services, Law & Legal Services, and Construction & Real Estate, with VHB, AECOM, and HDR among the employers actively hiring at this level now.
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Overview:
Kimley-Horn's Lakeland, Florida (FL) office is seeking a Civil Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join their Transportation Planning and Traffic team! This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities:
- Perform traffic engineering and project management tasks to deliver a wide variety of transportation planning, transit, traffic engineering, safety, and intelligent transportation systems (ITS) projects for many, diverse clients
- Has an entrepreneurial spirit, creating a vision for growth in their personal practice while contributing to the growth of our well-established transportation engineering practice
- Manage their projects profitably, engage in hands-on practice and delivery of projects, transition work to qualified staff, and act as a positive leader and mentor
- Contribute significantly to marketing and business development efforts and have the autonomy to pursue their own passions, leads, and clients
- This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team of engineers and designers on a variety of projects
- You will flourish on both building meaningful internal and external professional relationships
- You will work closely and collaboratively with other industry leading professionals, various jurisdictions, and contractors
QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of relevant engineering experience in transportation planning, traffic engineering and design, traffic operations, and/or ITS planning and design
- Professional Engineering (P.E.) License (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
- Proficiency in Synchro, HCS, and/or Vissim software applications desired
- Ability to work in a team environment, balance priorities among multiple projects, and effectively communicate and collaborate at all levels of the organization
- Ability to manage and mentor staff, and direct resources effectively in a positive manner
- Ability to provide high-quality deliverables with exceptional client service
- Business development and marketing experience including writing proposals, developing scopes of work, and assembling budgets for projected work
WHY KIMLEY-HORN?:
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
KEY BENEFITS AT KIMLEY-HORN:
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
Overview:
Kimley-Horn's Lakeland, Florida (FL) office is seeking a Civil Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join their Transportation Planning and Traffic team! This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities:
- Perform traffic engineering and project management tasks to deliver a wide variety of transportation planning, transit, traffic engineering, safety, and intelligent transportation systems (ITS) projects for many, diverse clients
- Has an entrepreneurial spirit, creating a vision for growth in their personal practice while contributing to the growth of our well-established transportation engineering practice
- Manage their projects profitably, engage in hands-on practice and delivery of projects, transition work to qualified staff, and act as a positive leader and mentor
- Contribute significantly to marketing and business development efforts and have the autonomy to pursue their own passions, leads, and clients
- This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team of engineers and designers on a variety of projects
- You will flourish on both building meaningful internal and external professional relationships
- You will work closely and collaboratively with other industry leading professionals, various jurisdictions, and contractors
QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of relevant engineering experience in transportation planning, traffic engineering and design, traffic operations, and/or ITS planning and design
- Professional Engineering (P.E.) License (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
- Proficiency in Synchro, HCS, and/or Vissim software applications desired
- Ability to work in a team environment, balance priorities among multiple projects, and effectively communicate and collaborate at all levels of the organization
- Ability to manage and mentor staff, and direct resources effectively in a positive manner
- Ability to provide high-quality deliverables with exceptional client service
- Business development and marketing experience including writing proposals, developing scopes of work, and assembling budgets for projected work
WHY KIMLEY-HORN?:
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
KEY BENEFITS AT KIMLEY-HORN:
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
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Mid Level Traffic Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level traffic engineer job?
Lead with project ownership. Hiring managers at this level want to see that you have driven a traffic study, intersection design, or corridor analysis from scoping through deliverable, not just supported someone else's work. Highlight software proficiency in tools like Synchro, VISSIM, or AutoCAD, reference any coordination you have done with public agencies or contractors, and quantify outcomes wherever possible.
Which companies hire mid level traffic engineers?
Companies hiring mid level traffic engineers right now include VHB, AECOM, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of civil and transportation consulting firms, municipal and state DOT agencies, and large engineering contractors managing infrastructure programs.
Are there remote mid level traffic engineer jobs?
Yes, though fieldwork and client coordination limit full-remote options compared to other engineering disciplines. About 48% of mid level traffic engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with hybrid arrangements being most common at consulting firms where site visits are periodic rather than daily.
How do I move up to a mid level traffic engineer role?
The path into mid level work is built through progressive project ownership. Early-career engineers typically start by supporting senior staff on data collection and modeling, then take the lead on discrete project components. Consistently delivering accurate analyses, learning to manage subconsultant or agency relationships, and earning professional engineer licensure are the milestones that signal readiness for mid level responsibility.
Which industries hire the most mid level traffic engineers?
Mid Level traffic engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Law & Legal Services, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors drive demand because infrastructure expansion, urban development, and transportation safety programs require engineers who can manage project workload independently and interface directly with clients or government stakeholders.