At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
In the role of Senior Engineer Traffic, we'll count on you to:
Provide design oversight for the production of roadway, signing, pavement marking, traffic signals, work zone mobility, and traffic management system design plans; intersection design; capacity and signal warrant analyses; and traffic safety studies.
Assist in providing oversight of the traffic control and maintenance of traffic for the construction phase of a project
Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity while planning and developing projects or design activities that have significant impact on major company programs
Organize and supervise work of professionals and technicians as needed
Serve as project manager on larger projects, though project management is not sole focus of position as needed
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree
Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE), Road Safety Professional (RSP) or similar industry certification
Michigan Department of Transportation or Michigan municipal experience is a plus
Diverse experience such as traffic safety, ITS, roadway design, or construction is a plus
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree
A minimum of 10 years' experience in ITS and traffic engineering for urban and rural highways, major and minor interchanges and intersections
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
Knowledge of regulations of state and federal transportation agencies
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Experience using HCS, CORSIM, Synchro/SIM Traffic and other software packages
Strong oral and written communication skills, presentation skills and ability to work in a team environment
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location:United States-Michigan-Ann Arbor
Other Locations:United States-Michigan-Lansing
Industry:Highway + Road
Schedule:Full-time
Employee Status:Regular
BusinessClass:Traffic Engineering
Job Posting:Nov 24, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
USA: We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law.
CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.
At HDR, health and safety matters.
For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy.
If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.
