Traffic Engineer III

Help Us Change the World—One Project at a Time
At PRIME AE, we believe every bridge, building, classroom, park, and roadway we design tells a story—and leaves a legacy. Whether it's through architecture, engineering, planning, or consulting, our work is deeply rooted in improving the everyday experiences of people and communities. Join us and be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values innovation, technical excellence, and meaningful contribution.

Who We Are:

PRIME AE Group, Inc. ) is a nationally ranked, full-service architecture and engineering firm with 24 offices across 10 states and a team of 500+ professionals. For nearly two decades, we've partnered with public and private sector clients to deliver creative, practical, and sustainable solutions across transportation, education, healthcare, municipal, federal, commercial, and recreational sectors.  We're expanding our capabilities, our geography, and our team—and now is an exciting time to join us

We are currently seeking a Traffic Engineer III to join our Lexington, Louisville or Fort Mitchell, KY offices.

What You'll Do:

This role is ideal for an experienced Traffic Engineer who brings strong technical expertise, sound professional judgment, and the ability to lead traffic engineering efforts on complex transportation projects. You will play a key role in planning, analyzing, and designing traffic solutions for public-sector clients, while mentoring junior staff and serving as a technical resource to project teams and clients.

You will balance hands-on technical work with project leadership, contributing to studies, design deliverables, and client coordination across a wide range of traffic and transportation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and perform traffic engineering analyses including traffic impact studies, signal warrant analyses, safety studies, corridor analyses, and operational evaluations.
• Develop and review designs for traffic control devices, including traffic signals, signing, pavement markings, and temporary traffic control.
• Prepare and oversee the development of plans, specifications, estimates, and technical reports related to traffic engineering projects.
• Serve as a technical lead or task manager on traffic and transportation projects, ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Apply MUTCD, AASHTO, and state/local DOT standards to develop compliant and constructible designs.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, subconsultants, and agency stakeholders to deliver integrated project solutions.
• Support client meetings, present technical findings, and respond to agency comments and review feedback.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers, supporting their technical growth and professional development.
• Contribute to proposal development, scopes of work, and project planning efforts as needed..

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification required.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in traffic or transportation engineering.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and leading traffic studies, traffic signal design, signing and pavement marking plans, and traffic control plans.
• Proficiency with traffic engineering software and tools such as Synchro, HCS, VISSIM (or similar), and design platforms including AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Strong working knowledge of MUTCD, state DOT standards, and applicable traffic engineering guidelines.
• Proven ability to exercise sound engineering judgment and independently manage technical assignments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting technical information to clients and agencies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while also managing work independently.

Why PRIME AE?
We don't just offer jobs—we build careers. At PRIME AE, you'll find a culture of support, flexibility, and opportunity. You'll work on impactful projects that improve daily life, alongside colleagues who inspire and challenge you. Whether you're advancing your technical skills or growing as a leader, we're committed to helping you succeed.

• Full-Career Support: Flexible career paths across disciplines, from technical specialist to project leadership.
• People-First Culture: We hire top talent, champion diversity, trust, and integrity.
• Meaningful Impact: Work on projects—from community centers and hospitals to federal, transportation, and water systems—that tangibly improve lives. 
• Growth-Oriented: Strategically expanding capabilities and geography (e.g., Southeast acquisition, federal growth) with strong backing from investors.
• National Yet Local: Enjoy the resources of a big firm with the agility and client intimacy of local offices.

PRIME AE Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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