Highlights
The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with traffic analysis, traffic design, and transportation planning, along with a strong interest in reviewing traffic studies and serving as the municipal Traffic Engineer at Planning and Zoning Board meetings. Preferred Qualifications Proficiency with traffic analysis and modeling software such as Synchro, HCS, ITE Trip Generation and Parking Generation, Autodesk Vehicle Tracking, VISSIM, GuideSIGN, and Visual Lighting.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | East Brunswick, NJ |
| Industry | Engineering Services |
| Company Size | 50 to 99 employees |
| Website | http://www.cmeengineering.com |
Description
Job Description
Job Description
Description
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Benefits
CME Associates is seeking a Traffic Engineer to join our Traffic & Transportation group in East Brunswick, NJ. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse mix of traffic engineering projects for State, County, Municipal, and private-sector clients. The Traffic & Transportation team provides traffic analysis, design, study, and review services that directly support land development, infrastructure, and municipal initiatives throughout New Jersey.
The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with traffic analysis, traffic design, and transportation planning, along with a strong interest in reviewing traffic studies and serving as the municipal Traffic Engineer at Planning and Zoning Board meetings. This position offers a clear growth path, beginning with an estimated 75% production / 25% project management responsibility split, with advancement opportunities through increased project leadership, client-facing responsibilities, and the development of direct report staff.
Responsibilities
- Perform traffic analyses and studies, including traffic impact, capacity, safety, and operational evaluations using industry-standard software.
- Design traffic signals, intersections, signage, pavement markings, striping, and lighting in accordance with NJDOT, MUTCD, County, and local standards.
- Prepare transportation planning deliverables such as maintenance and protection of traffic (MPT) plans, detour and staging plans, and transportation management strategies.
- Develop technical reports, design documents, and permit applications to meet NJDOT, NJTA, AASHTO, MUTCD, and local agency requirements (NJDOT Access Permit experience a plus).
- Produce construction plans, technical specifications, and engineer’s estimates using AutoCAD and MicroStation (MicroStation required for NJDOT projects).
- Review traffic studies and represent Municipal Planning and Zoning Boards at public meetings as the Municipal Traffic Engineer.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, or a related field.
- New Jersey Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- 4+ years of progressive experience in traffic engineering, including traffic analysis, traffic signal and intersection design, roadway safety analysis, traffic study preparation, and transportation planning.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency with traffic analysis and modeling software such as Synchro, HCS, ITE Trip Generation and Parking Generation, Autodesk Vehicle Tracking, VISSIM, GuideSIGN, and Visual Lighting.
- Experience managing and mentoring junior staff and coordinating bid package preparation.
- Proficiency in CAD platforms including AutoCAD and MicroStation.
- Working knowledge of NJTA, NJDOT, MUTCD, AASHTO, NJ Title 39, and applicable local traffic engineering standards and guidelines.
- Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification preferred.
- Interest in long-term career growth through project management, client interaction, and business development.
Benefits
CME offers a competitive compensation package including: medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, educational assistance program and paid time off.
About Company
CME provides comprehensive engineering consulting and design services for private and public clients primarily in Southern New England. We blend sound design principals with innovative solutions to yield a fresh and practical approach to each project. Our services include:
• Bridge Engineering, Design and Inspection
• Civil Engineering & Design Services
• Construction Administration & Inspection
• Environmental Assessment & Mitigation
• Grant Writing & Administration
• Highway Design & Traffic Services
• Land Surveying & Mapping Services
• Municipal/Urban Planning, Consulting & Visioning
• Project & Program Management Services
• Real Estate Development Design & Consulting
Additionally, CME is seen as a Bridge Industry expert on a national scale as a result of our expertise in Accelerated Bridge Construction technologies. Regionally, we have developed numerous Brownstone and Historic Mill Redevelopment initiatives which have gained us notoriety in that area of redevelopment.