Traffic Engineer

Company: Actalent
Location: Des Plaines
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description ATTENTION NEW GRADS! Job Title: Traffic Engineer Job Description Join a dynamic team engaged in traffic, transportation, and parking planning projects. This role offers the chance to work closely with Project Managers, learning HCS and Synchro while designing traffic engineering plans. You will have the opportunity to occasionally attend public meetings with developers, public agencies, and zoning attorneys. Your work will include preparing traffic signal design plans for new and modified intersections, construction sequencing, pavement marking plans, signing plans, and traffic control plans. Responsibilities Collaborate with Project Managers to learn and utilize HCS and Synchro software. Design traffic engineering plans with attention to detail and accuracy. Prepare comprehensive traffic signal design plans for new and modified intersections. Develop construction sequencing, pavement marking plans, signing plans, and traffic control plans. Attend public meetings with developers, public agencies, and zoning attorneys as needed. Engage in traffic studies, transportation planning, and roadway analysis. Essential Skills Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. 0-1 year of relevant experience. EIT certification preferred with a willingness to pursue PE or PTOE certification. Completion of a traffic engineering course in college. Familiarity with HCS, Synchro, and AutoCAD. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel. Strong communication skills and a collaborative team-oriented mindset. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in traffic engineering and civil engineering. Ability to perform traffic studies and analysis. Proficiency in report writing and Excel analysis. Work Environment This position is available due to increased workload, with a hybrid schedule of in-office work on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and remote work on Tuesday and Friday. The team consists of 14 employees, including 8 engineers and 4-5 support staff. You will have your own desk and will likely share an office with a partner. Approximately 80% of your time will be spent in the office, with 20% on-site for tracking traffic reports or attending public meetings. If needed, company vehicles are available for site visits. The role offers a diverse range of projects with a typical completion time of 3-4 weeks, providing a fast-paced and varied work experience. The company also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life, disability, PTO, and a 401(k) matching program. Additional benefits include participation in green initiatives such as a bike-to-work program, car share program, pre-tax public transit accounts, a wellness program, and several sustainability initiatives. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rosemont, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $35.10/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Rosemont,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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