• Traffic Engineer

    Actalent (Vienna, VA)


    Job Title: Traffic Engineer

    Job Description

    Join an esteemed Transportation consulting firm specializing in traffic engineering, transportation planning, and parking consulting. This role focuses on improving traffic flow, enhancing transportation systems, and developing parking solutions for a diverse range of clients, including government agencies, private developers, and businesses. The position is based in Tysons, VA, and seeks individuals with a background in transportation planning and traffic engineering.

    Responsibilities

    + Conduct traffic impact studies and transportation planning analyses.

    + Develop and implement traffic management plans.

    + Collaborate with clients, government agencies, and stakeholders to identify transportation needs and solutions.

    + Prepare technical reports, presentations, and proposals.

    + Utilize transportation modeling software to analyze traffic patterns and forecast future conditions.

    + Participate in public meetings and presentations to communicate project findings and recommendations.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in traffic analysis, transportation planning, and traffic signal operations.

    + Proficiency in using transportation modeling software such as Synchro, HCS, and VISSIM.

    + Ability to collect, analyze, and report on traffic data.

    + Understanding of intersection capacity analysis and parking studies.

    + Knowledge of CADD software, including AutoCAD.

    + Ability to prepare technical reports and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

    + Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, or related field.

    + 1-3+ years of experience in traffic engineering and/or transportation planning.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)/EIT or American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certificate is a plus.

    + Experience with roadway geometric design and signal timing.

    + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, public review agency personnel, and clients.

    Work Environment

    The firm emphasizes a collaborative and empowering atmosphere with significant opportunities for advancement. They support continued education and certifications and emphasize work/life balance through workplace flexibility and manageable workloads. The company culture is highly regarded, having been recognized as one of Virginia's Best Places to Work by Virginia Business.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tysons, VA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $120000.00/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: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Tysons,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 30, 2025.

    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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.