Traffic Engineer

Job Title: Traffic EngineerJob Description The Traffic Engineer specializes in designing and analyzing traffic signals, phasing, and timing. This role involves developing traffic control, pavement marking, and staging plans while utilizing Synchro, HCS, and AutoTurn software. The Traffic Engineer is also responsible for preparing specifications, cost estimates, and contract documents, and collaborating effectively with project teams. Responsibilities + Perform engineering and design for traffic signal sequencing, traffic analysis, traffic signal design, traffic phasing and timing, and traffic modeling. + Develop engineering plans for traffic signals, pavement markings, traffic control, and construction staging plans. + Work with engineering software programs including Synchro Studio, HCS (Highway Capacity Software), and AutoTurn. + Prepare contract documents, specifications, and construction cost estimates. + Collaborate with Project Managers and other design staff on projects. Essential Skills + Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. + 3+ years of experience with Traffic Signal Design for civil engineering projects. + Proficiency with SYNCHRO, Highway Capacity Software (HCS), or MicroStation. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with Civil 3D. + Licensed Professional Engineer (PE). Work Environment The office is located in DeWitt, MI, offering a flexible hybrid schedule to support work-life balance. Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, around 40 hours per week. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lansing, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $48.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Lansing,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 5, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email ( ) for other accommodation options.

Created: 2026-01-30