Traffic Engineer
Company: Summit Design and Engineering Services
Location: Hillsborough
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Headquartered in Raleigh, NC, Summit Design and Engineering
Services, Inc. is a trusted partner to municipalities, state
agencies, and private clients throughout the Southeast. Our firm is
known for innovative, practical solutions that strengthen
communities and create a lasting impact on the places where we
live, work, and play. Collaboration and growth are the cornerstone
of our success. We encourage professional development with enticing
benefits, such as our student loan/tuition reimbursement program,
paid volunteer time, and professional development assistance. We
also provide four weeks of PTO, wellness stipends, and flexible
work options, fostering a workplace that encourages balance both in
the office and in your day-to-day life. We're looking for
individuals who share our commitment to shaping our communities'
futures through thoughtful, impactful work. If you're ready to
contribute your talents alongside some of the industry's best and
brightest, we welcome you to apply! We are seeking a qualified
individual to lead and assist in the development of traffic signal,
electrical programming details, ITS, and broadband fiber designs.
This position will be based in our Traffic/ITS Department at either
our Hillsborough or Raleigh office. The role primarily involves
working on NCDOT roadway/highway projects, as well as municipal
streets, pedestrian facilities, and broadband fiber design projects
in Virginia . Responsibilities: Lead and assist in the development
of traffic signal designs, ITS, and broadband fiber designs Work on
NCDOT roadway/highway projects, as well as municipal streets and
pedestrian facilities Thorough knowledge of NCDOT traffic signal
design standards and MUTCD protocols Perform field investigations,
construction inspections, and traffic signal equipment inventories
Collaborate with clients and public agencies; occasionally
participate in public meetings and presentations Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE) or Civil Engineering
Technology (BSCET) or similar degree Minimum of five (5) years of
progressive design experience in transportation design Familiarity
with Microstation, Open Roads, Geopack, and Corridor Modeling
Professional Engineer (PE) license required in NC or the ability to
obtain within six (6) months from date of hire; registration in
other states is favorable NCDOT & VDOT design experience preferred
Strong knowledge of traffic engineering disciplines such as
TIA/capacity analysis, signal system timing plans, pavement
marking, and signing Excellent communication skills, proactive
attitude, and ability to manage multiple tasks Experience in client
development and project management Experience in general project
development workflow Strong engineering analysis and judgment
Ability to adhere to project budgets and schedules Valid driver's
license and ability to drive Summit Design and Engineering is an
Equal Opportunity Employer. E-verify. A background check, including
a criminal and driving record check, will be performed. A criminal
conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate. Many
factors will be considered when a conviction is present.
Keywords: Summit Design and Engineering Services, Chapel Hill , Traffic Engineer, Engineering , Hillsborough, North Carolina
