Senior Traffic Engineer/Transportation Planner

Senior Traffic Engineer/Transportation Planner Hot Job Tampa, FL 33607 Apply Overview Level Experienced Category Transportation Apply Expectations About Lochner Founded in 1944, Lochner is a trusted infrastructure services provider for aviation, surface transportation and water clients who need high-quality, forward-looking solutions to complex challenges. Our vision is to become a Top 100 leader in the A/E industry, centered on an agile, engaged, and empowered workforce coming together to embrace the art of the possible and make a lasting difference in our world. Are you ready to join us on this journey? As a people-centric company, Lochner's purpose is to empower our team to put their knowledge to work, enhancing communities across the US. To achieve this, we hire candidates of all experiences and skillsets because amazing things happen when people with diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems. We believe collaboration is more than a buzz word — it is a guiding principle in which every point of view is valued and heard and is the driving force in delivering our best work. At all levels of the organization, we foster an entrepreneurial spirit and culture of autonomy to advance our strategic vision and continually seek our next success story. Lochner – learn more about us The Traffic Engineer / Transportation Planner (Mid-Senior Level) will lead and support a variety of traffic engineering, planning, and applied technology projects. This role requires an experienced professional capable of managing tasks independently, mentoring junior staff, and serving as a key technical resource under the guidance of senior leadership. The ideal candidate brings robust analytical skills, a proven track record in transportation engineering or planning, and a strong capability in leveraging data and emerging technologies to solve complex transportation challenges. This position offers significant opportunity for professional growth, client interaction, and leadership within FDOT project delivery, traffic operations, systems planning, and innovative decision-support tools. Key Responsibilities Traffic Engineering & Operations Lead and oversee traffic data collection, reduction, and advanced analysis (vehicle counts, speed studies, safety data, pedestrian/bicycle analytics). Manage and author traffic impact studies, corridor studies, and complex intersection analyses using industry-standard software (Synchro, SimTraffic, HCS, VISSIM). Develop and review traffic signal warrant analyses, sight distance evaluations, and capacity/level-of-service (LOS) assessments. Deliver comprehensive Traffic Engineering Studies and Traffic Operations reports tailored for FDOT and local agency clients. Transportation Planning & Systems Analysis Direct travel demand modeling efforts, overseeing model validation, data assembly, and complex scenario analyses. Manage subarea studies, corridor planning, and specialized Systems Planning tasks, including Strategic Intermodal System (SIS) and freight analyses. Draft and present high-level technical memoranda, planning reports, and presentations for agency stakeholders and public involvement processes. Project Management & Deliverable Support Ensure all technical reports, figures, tables, and presentations meet the highest professional and clarity standards. Coordinate directly with Project Managers, clients, and agency representatives to meet strict deadlines and budget constraints. Mentor and guide junior engineers and planners, providing technical QA/QC on their tasks and workflows. Maintain meticulous project documentation consistent with firm QA/QC standards. Who are you: Education and Experience Experience: 5 to 8 years of progressive professional experience in traffic engineering and/or transportation planning. Education: Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Transportation Planning, or a closely related field. Licensure/Certification: Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida or AICP certification is highly preferred (or ability to obtain via reciprocity within 6 months). Software Proficiency: Advanced, independent proficiency with traffic analysis and modeling tools (e.g., Synchro, VISSIM, HCS) and familiarity with regional travel demand models. Agency Experience: Proven track record working on FDOT, MPO, or Florida municipal transportation projects. Professional Attributes Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey technical concepts clearly. Self-motivated with the ability to manage tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Collaborative team player who enjoys working across disciplines and seniority levels. Intellectual curiosity and an eagerness to learn new tools, methods, and technologies. Commitment Joining Lochner means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health and financial well-being throughout your career. Lochner provides an extensive total rewards package that includes: Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care Paid Family Leave Retirement Plan with Employer Match Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible) Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health Lochner Cares Non-Profit 501c3 Education and Training Assistance Employee Assistance Program Employee Discounts Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service What we offer – Learn more Work Environment The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Physical Requirements The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights. Equal Employer Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. All positions at Lochner require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, a criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, and drug tests. All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening. California Privacy Policy Privacy Policy