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LJA · 1 day ago

Project Engineer - Traffic

Alpharetta, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

LJA is an employee-owned company that offers opportunities for career growth and collaboration with skilled leaders. As a Project Engineer in Transportation, you will lead and support various traffic engineering projects, mentor junior staff, and engage with clients while ensuring compliance with standards and guidelines.

Civil Engineering

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead and manage traffic engineering projects including traffic impact analyses, signal timing studies, and operational assessments

Develop and review traffic models using Synchro, HCS, VISSIM, and other industry-standard tools

Prepare technical reports, plans, and presentations for clients, agencies, and stakeholders

Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including planners, roadway engineers, and environmental specialists

Ensure compliance with local, state (including GDOT), and federal standards and guidelines

Mentor junior engineers and analysts, providing technical guidance and quality assurance

Support proposal development and client relationship management

Qualification

Traffic engineeringTraffic analysis softwareProfessional Engineer licenseTechnical writingProject managementGDOT knowledgeCommunication skillsRelationship buildingMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field (Master's preferred)

Professional Engineer (PE) license required (Georgia PE preferred)

5+ years of experience in traffic engineering or transportation planning

Proficiency in traffic analysis software (e.g., Synchro, HCS, VISSIM, SIDRA) and Microsoft Office Suite

Strong technical writing, communication, and project management skills

Experience working with public agencies, especially in Georgia

Ability to build strong relationships

Preferred

PTOE Certification (preferred)

Experience with GDOT projects and local governments

GDOT Plan Development Process (PDP)

Prior involvement in preparing or reviewing GDOT traffic studies, signal warrant analyses, or safety assessments

Knowledge of Georgia-specific traffic regulations and permitting processes

Benefits

Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.

Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.

Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.

Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.

Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.

Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.

Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.

Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.

Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

Company

LJA

Glassdoor4.2

Employee-Owned. Client Focused. LJA is an employee-owned, full-service, comprehensive multi-disciplinary consulting firm.

Founded in 1972

Houston, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.lja.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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