Traffic Engineer Jobs in Tennessee
Traffic Engineer jobs in Tennessee are consistently in demand, with openings concentrated in transportation planning, highway design, and infrastructure development at levels from entry-level analyst through senior project engineer. Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville anchor the hiring market, where firms like AECOM, HDR, and Garver maintain active Tennessee offices and staff teams on ongoing TDOT corridor and interchange projects. The most sought-after specialties include traffic signal systems, transportation impact analysis, and highway safety design. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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What We're Looking For:
Barge Design Solutions, Inc. is seeking a motivated Traffic Project Engineer to join our growing team in Nashville, Knoxville or Chattanooga, TN. In this role, you will take an active part in delivering meaningful infrastructure solutions that directly impact the communities we serve. You will be responsible for traffic signal design, traffic engineering analysis, technical writing, and the preparation of memos and reports.
Responsibilities:
- Assists in project scope, budget and schedule development.
- Supports PM providing technical knowledge on various projects.
- Prepares and reviews engineering specifications, documents, drawings, etc. to produce various deliverables.
- Mentors and reviews work of technicians and more junior staff.
- Collaborate with project team members, client representatives, and review agencies to help resolve challenges.
- Participate in client and stakeholder meetings, as appropriate.
- Conducts on-site visits, as appropriate.
- Performs other duties as requested.
Education & Experience Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited engineering program.
- 5+ years of traffic engineering and design experience.
- Registered PE.
- Knowledge of capacity analysis software such as Synchro 12, HCS, SIDRA, etc.
- Knowledge of Bentley OpenRoads Designer a plus.
- Experience with TDOT procedures, policies and standards a plus.
- Experience with NDOT procedures, policies and standards a plus.
Why join us?
Barge Design Solutions, Inc., is an engineering and architecture firm with diverse in-house multidisciplinary practice areas. The employee-owned company is more than 650+ people strong and serves clients nationwide from multiple U.S. locations. Barge is ranked on Engineering News-Record (ENR)’s Top 500 Design Firms and Architectural Record’s Top 300 Architecture Firms and is a certified Great Place To Work®.
Our primary purpose for being in business is ultimately to create a better life by unleashing the potential of our people, clients and communities. This purpose is supported by our company’s core values because at the end of the day, Barge CARES:
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Collaborate – Help and expect help. Teamwork is essential in what we do.
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Authentic – Honesty, integrity and trust are at the heart of everything we do. We are who we say we are.
- Responsible – We are accountable for our work, our attitude, and our actions. We make Barge better.
- Excellence – We go all in and expect more of ourselves than others expect of us.
- Service – We are humble. We use our gifts in service of others.
We believe that if we are living out our purpose for being in business and integrating our values into everything we do, we will ultimately achieve our vision to be the firm best known for being selected when it matters most.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Agency Submissions
No unsolicited agency submissions. Barge Design Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or staffing agencies. Any unsolicited resume becomes the property of Barge Design Solutions, and no fee will be paid for resulting hires. Only agencies with a signed agreement are authorized to submit candidates.
What We're Looking For:
Barge Design Solutions, Inc. is seeking a motivated Traffic Project Engineer to join our growing team in Nashville, Knoxville or Chattanooga, TN. In this role, you will take an active part in delivering meaningful infrastructure solutions that directly impact the communities we serve. You will be responsible for traffic signal design, traffic engineering analysis, technical writing, and the preparation of memos and reports.
Responsibilities:
- Assists in project scope, budget and schedule development.
- Supports PM providing technical knowledge on various projects.
- Prepares and reviews engineering specifications, documents, drawings, etc. to produce various deliverables.
- Mentors and reviews work of technicians and more junior staff.
- Collaborate with project team members, client representatives, and review agencies to help resolve challenges.
- Participate in client and stakeholder meetings, as appropriate.
- Conducts on-site visits, as appropriate.
- Performs other duties as requested.
Education & Experience Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited engineering program.
- 5+ years of traffic engineering and design experience.
- Registered PE.
- Knowledge of capacity analysis software such as Synchro 12, HCS, SIDRA, etc.
- Knowledge of Bentley OpenRoads Designer a plus.
- Experience with TDOT procedures, policies and standards a plus.
- Experience with NDOT procedures, policies and standards a plus.
Why join us?
Barge Design Solutions, Inc., is an engineering and architecture firm with diverse in-house multidisciplinary practice areas. The employee-owned company is more than 650+ people strong and serves clients nationwide from multiple U.S. locations. Barge is ranked on Engineering News-Record (ENR)’s Top 500 Design Firms and Architectural Record’s Top 300 Architecture Firms and is a certified Great Place To Work®.
Our primary purpose for being in business is ultimately to create a better life by unleashing the potential of our people, clients and communities. This purpose is supported by our company’s core values because at the end of the day, Barge CARES:
-
Collaborate – Help and expect help. Teamwork is essential in what we do.
-
Authentic – Honesty, integrity and trust are at the heart of everything we do. We are who we say we are.
- Responsible – We are accountable for our work, our attitude, and our actions. We make Barge better.
- Excellence – We go all in and expect more of ourselves than others expect of us.
- Service – We are humble. We use our gifts in service of others.
We believe that if we are living out our purpose for being in business and integrating our values into everything we do, we will ultimately achieve our vision to be the firm best known for being selected when it matters most.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Agency Submissions
No unsolicited agency submissions. Barge Design Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or staffing agencies. Any unsolicited resume becomes the property of Barge Design Solutions, and no fee will be paid for resulting hires. Only agencies with a signed agreement are authorized to submit candidates.
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What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in traffic engineer jobs across Tennessee.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license issued or recognized by the Tennessee Board of Engineering
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or transportation engineering from an accredited program
- Experience with traffic analysis software such as Synchro, VISSIM, or HCS
- Familiarity with TDOT design standards and AASHTO guidelines for roadway projects
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification accepted for entry-level and junior engineer roles
- Strong written communication skills for technical reports and public agency presentations
Traffic Engineer Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a traffic engineer in Tennessee?
Becoming a traffic engineer in Tennessee starts with earning a bachelor's degree in civil or transportation engineering from an accredited program, then passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn EIT certification. After gaining qualifying experience under a licensed engineer, you apply for full Professional Engineer licensure through the Tennessee Board of Engineering and Land Surveying. Most Tennessee employers expect or require PE licensure for independent project work and client-facing responsibilities.
How much do traffic engineers make in Tennessee?
Traffic engineers in Tennessee earn a median of about $95,910 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $65,090 for the lowest 10% to over $154,100 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire traffic engineers in Tennessee?
Employers hiring traffic engineers in Tennessee right now include Volkert, GFT, and T-Square Engineering, L.L.C., based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Tennessee's sustained pipeline of TDOT highway improvement and urban mobility projects keeps demand steady at both large national engineering firms and regional consultancies with long-standing state contracts.
Which Tennessee cities have the most traffic engineer jobs?
Nashville, Franklin, and Chattanooga have the most traffic engineer openings in Tennessee. Nashville leads because of its rapid population growth and ongoing TDOT and regional transit projects, Memphis generates work tied to freight corridor upgrades and Shelby County infrastructure, and Knoxville benefits from proximity to Oak Ridge National Laboratory and major I-75 and I-40 interchange projects in East Tennessee.
Are there remote traffic engineer jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, but they're rare. Traffic engineering involves field reviews, agency coordination, and site-specific design work that typically requires an in-person or hybrid presence. About 30% of traffic engineer openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most of those applying to tasks like traffic modeling, data analysis, and report writing rather than full project management.
How can I get hired as a traffic engineer in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to TDOT's graduate engineer program or joining a large consulting firm like AECOM or HDR as a junior transportation engineer, where structured mentorship and EIT-eligible project work are built into the role. Adjacent starting points include traffic data collection, GIS analysis, or transportation planning assistant roles at regional planning agencies such as the Nashville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization or Knoxville's regional planning office. Earning your EIT before applying gives you a clear competitive edge over candidates who haven't yet passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.
Where can I find and apply to traffic engineer jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to traffic engineer jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current Tennessee openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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