Traffic Engineering Technician

Traffic Engineering Technician

Cape Girardeau, MO

Do you enjoy hands-in work that makes a real difference in the community? We are seeking a Traffic Engineering Technician to support meaningful transportation projects that improve safety, mobility, and roadway efficiency. In this role, you’ll combine fieldwork, data analysis, and design support to help bring traffic studies and infrastructure improvements to life. 

Whether you’re experienced with traffic systems or eager to grow your technical skills under the guidance of seasoned engineers, this position offers a dynamic balance of office and field work, opportunities to learn industry standards, and the chance to see your work directly impact how people move through their communities. 

Essential Job Functions:

• Install, monitor, and remove traffic data collection equipment in the field.


• Process traffic data and prepare counts, summaries, and reports.


• Create existing‑conditions traffic schematics using DOT data and graphics software.


• Assist with building base and proposed traffic models using industry software.


• Compile and organize crash data for safety analyses.


• Populate and verify Excel‑based traffic analysis spreadsheets.


• Finalize conceptual traffic graphics for reports, studies, and public materials.

Education/Experience:                       

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Associate degree in electronics, engineering technology, or a related field preferred.


• Experience with roadway signs, markings, or traffic signals preferred.


• Valid Driver's License in state of residence

Benefits: 

• Medical Insurance


• Dental and Vision Coverage (employee coverage, employer paid)


• Employer Paid Life Insurance of $50,000


• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance is available for employee and their dependents  


• Paid Medical Leave


• Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance 


• Generous Company Match 401 (k) program


• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 


• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)


• Flexible Schedule


• Paid Time Off


• Ten Paid Holidays

Job Type:  

• Full-time

By completing the online application, Applicant certifies that the information they have provided is true, complete, and correct. Applicant further understands that any information provided by the Applicant which is found to be false, incomplete, or misrepresented in any respect will be sufficient cause to (i) eliminate me from further consideration for employment, or (ii) may result in my immediate discharge from employment when it is discovered. 

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I understand the position I am applying for is an at-will position, meaning that either the Employer or I may terminate our relationship at any time, with or without cause, except as required by law. This application does not constitute an agreement or contract for employment for any specified period. I understand that no supervisor or representative of Employer is authorized to make any assurances to the contrary and that no implied written or oral agreements contrary to the foregoing express language are valid unless they are in writing and signed by the employer’s chief executive officer.

Applicant understands and acknowledges that, if hired, they will be required to provide proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States, and that federal immigration laws require me to complete an I-9 form for this purpose. 

Bacon Farmer Workman Engineering & Testing, Inc. and Marcum Engineering LLC are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers, committed to a diverse workforce.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetics, citizenship status, or any other legally protected basis.