Traffic Engineer in Training

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.  

Do you see your career as a highway to a brighter future? Join our roadways team to drive forth our economies, our societies, and your career. 

Your Opportunity

An opportunity exists with Stantec as an Traffic Engineer in Training. We are seeking a highly motivated person who will work closely with Stantec's project managers on the planning and development of traffic engineering projects.  They will assist in developing signing and payment marking designs, traffic signal designs, lighting designs, and ITS designs for various highway, roadway, and light rail traffic engineering projects.  They will coordinate with and provide support to the highway and community development groups, and on traffic engineering projects throughout Texas. 

Your Key Responsibilities

• Use knowledge of the general concepts of civil, transportation, and traffic engineering


• Assist in the development and design of traffic engineering projects


• Assist in preparing project plans and drawings for various highway and roadway traffic projects


• Perform traffic signal designs, signal timing, ITS planning and design, signing and pavement marking, illumination, roadway, sidewalk, and ADA ramp planning and design, and other related traffic/transportation engineering work


• Assist in the preparation of plans and reports for relevant project design elements under the guidance and supervision of a licensed professional engineer.


• Responsible for preparing and coordinating technical activities on assigned projects


• Conduct basic interpretations of drawings, codes, and other similar materials

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE) minimum


• EIT certification in Texas or ability to obtain within 6 months is required


• Internship or engineering experience is a plus


• Basic experience using Microstation, AutoCAD and any other relevant design software; Experience with OpenRoads Designer is preferred


• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite


• Developing organizational skills and understanding of task assignment and schedule; Experience handling multiple tasks and deadlines


• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting


• Ability to create and interpret sketches, drawings, and various exhibits


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.