Staff Traffic Engineer

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Apex is hiring a Staff Traffic Engineer to join our Traffic team in Vancouver, WA. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career professionals to develop technical expertise while working on a diverse range of projects. About our team:

Our Greater Washington Division is home to three offices located in Walla Walla, Richland, and Vancouver, bringing together a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team. Our professionals span Civil and Transportation Engineering, Environmental Services, Land Surveying and Landscape Architecture allowing us to deliver integrated, high-quality solutions to a diverse client base.

United by a shared commitment to excellence, we prioritize collaboration, client service, and continuous professional development while fostering an environment where individuals and teams can grow and thrive.

Responsibilities: - Support traffic engineering tasks under the guidance of project managers and senior engineers - Assist with traffic studies, including traffic impact analyses, intersection operations, and corridor evaluations - Perform basic traffic analysis (e.g., level of service, capacity, and queuing) using standard tools - Help develop traffic control plans, including signage, striping, and signal layouts - Contribute to preparation of construction documents for roadway and transportation projects - Assist with traffic signal timing and operational improvements - Coordinate with team members and support communication with clients and agencies - Utilize tools such as Synchro, HCS, and Autodesk Civil 3D

Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (transportation/traffic focus preferred) - Basic knowledge of traffic engineering principles and analysis methods - Strong communication and problem-solving skills - Ability to manage multiple tasks in a team environment

Qualifications: - Internship or coursework in traffic/transportation engineering - Familiarity with Synchro, HCS, or similar tools - Experience with AutoCAD or Civil 3D - EIT certification or ability to obtain within one year

- Company-subsidized medical and dental.

- Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability.

- 401k match, tuition assistance, and more.

- Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.

- Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.

- Working with the best and brightest in the industry.

- 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the US.

$75,000 - $90,000 USD

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