Traffic Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania
Traffic Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with demand concentrated in transportation planning, highway design, and municipal infrastructure across entry-level through senior and project manager roles. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg anchor most of the hiring, with established employers like PennDOT, AECOM, and WSP regularly posting openings statewide. The most sought-after specialties include traffic signal design, transportation safety analysis, and corridor planning tied to Pennsylvania's ongoing infrastructure investment programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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As a perennial Best Place To Work Firm, both at a state and national level, TPD’s culture and practices emphasize our commitment to providing an outstanding work environment for our staff, as well as our focus on top-notch performance.
Please join us in Moving Forward Together®.
Ranked the #4 Large Employer to Work for in America and residing in the Top 400 on Engineering News Record (ENR)'s List of Top Design Firms in the nation, TPD is currently hiring experienced Traffic Engineers.
Our ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting traffic analyses and data gathering, reports, and design for land development and infrastructure projects throughout Pennsylvania, and may lend assistance to other TPD offices, as needed.
Additionally, we offer a creative, flexible, supportive and fun environment!
Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Work with multi-disciplinary teams on tasks such as traffic studies, corridor planning, feasibility studies, safety audits, intersection design, traffic signal design, roadway signing and pavement marking plans, DOT access permitting, Signage and striping plans and traffic and signal operations analysis.
- Obtaining, analyzing, and interpreting demographic and other regional transportation planning data.
- Assisting in the preparation or modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, impact studies, permits, and designs for projects.
- Serving as on-site project representative.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (required)
- 5-10 years of experience in traffic/transportation engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) registration required.
- Experience preparing Traffic Impact Studies, Traffic Signal Plans and Electrical Plans in PA required
- Knowledge of CADD Software (MicroStation or AutoCAD)
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong work ethic and ability to work on multiple projects and ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Valid Driver’s License
Don't meet every qualification or skill in the description? That's ok! We are fully committed to expanding our staff and culture to best serve our clients and our communities. If you are interested in this position but don't completely align with every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply. You may be what we are looking for, for this role or maybe for another open position.
At TPD we exist to improve the quality of life for the public, and are dedicated to Moving Forward Together®
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in traffic engineer jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license issued or reciprocally recognized by Pennsylvania
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or transportation engineering from an accredited program
- Proficiency in traffic analysis software such as Synchro, VISSIM, or HCS
- Experience with PennDOT design standards, publications, and project delivery processes
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification for entry-level or associate traffic engineer positions
- Familiarity with Highway Safety Manual methods and federal MUTCD standards
Traffic Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a traffic engineer in Pennsylvania?
Becoming a traffic engineer in Pennsylvania starts with an ABET-accredited bachelor's degree in civil or transportation engineering, followed by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn an Engineer-in-Training credential. After accumulating the required years of supervised experience, you apply to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists to sit for the PE exam. Most Pennsylvania employers require or strongly prefer a PE license for independent project work.
How much do traffic engineers make in Pennsylvania?
Traffic engineers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $97,850 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,930 for the lowest 10% to over $141,310 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire traffic engineers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring traffic engineers in Pennsylvania right now include RETTEW, GAI Consultants, and Greenman-Pedersen, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's dense network of municipal governments, county planning agencies, and large engineering consultancies serving PennDOT creates steady demand well beyond any single employer.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most traffic engineer jobs?
Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and York have the most traffic engineer openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its scale as a major metropolitan area with active SEPTA, DVRPC, and PennDOT District 6 projects, while Pittsburgh draws demand from its bridge rehabilitation programs and Allegheny County infrastructure work, and Harrisburg concentrates openings around PennDOT's central office and state government contracting activity.
Are there remote traffic engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. About 70% of traffic engineer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the field's reliance on site visits, field data collection, and in-person coordination with municipal clients. The tasks most compatible with remote work are traffic modeling, report writing, and signal timing plan development that can be completed entirely through software.
How can I get hired as a traffic engineer in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a junior or associate engineer role at a Pennsylvania engineering consultancy or with PennDOT through its civil service hiring process. Large consultancies with Pennsylvania offices routinely bring on new graduates into structured internship-to-hire pipelines. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam before applying gives an immediate edge, and candidates who have coursework or internship exposure to Synchro or traffic count data collection stand out. County planning agencies across Pennsylvania also hire entry-level transportation planners who transition into traffic engineering roles over time.
Where can I find and apply to traffic engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to traffic engineer jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from employers across the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each one.
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