Senior Traffic Engineer, Professional Engineer - Signals, ITS, and Lighting

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc.

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc.

USD 90k-125k / year

Posted on Jun 2, 2026
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At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from companies with values, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we live and work.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Traffic Engineer to plan, manage, and deliver complex transportation projects with a focus on Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), traffic signals, and roadway lighting. This role is suited for a seasoned professional who brings strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and a collaborative leadership style to multidisciplinary project teams.

The Senior Traffic Engineer will serve as a project manager and technical leader, working directly with clients and public agencies while guiding internal teams to deliver high-quality, compliant, and effective traffic engineering solutions.

This position will primarily support our Utah offices but will have opportunities to support other offices throughout the western United States.
Department
Transportation
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Cottonwood Heights, UT
Workplace type
Onsite
Compensation
$90,000 - $125,000 / year

What are the core responsibilities for the role?

  • Manage and deliver traffic signal, ITS, and lighting projects from planning through design and construction support.
  • Lead project scope development, budgeting, scheduling, staffing, and coordination to meet project, team, and client objectives.
  • Oversee the analysis, design, and preparation of plans, specifications, estimates, and technical memoranda.
  • Ensure compliance with MUTCD, FHWA, AASHTO, and applicable state and local agency standards.
  • Serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients, agencies, and project stakeholders while supporting proposal development and scope definition.
  • Provide technical oversight, quality control reviews, and mentorship to engineering and design staff.
  • Coordinate with roadway, structural, planning, utility, drainage, and construction teams to support integrated project delivery and ongoing business development efforts.

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required; PTOE certification preferred.
  • 8+ years of professional experience in traffic or transportation engineering, with demonstrated experience managing projects and leading technical teams.
  • Design-Build and alternative delivery experience is a plus.
  • Proficiency with MicroStation OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or similar design platforms.
  • Experience with traffic analysis tools such as Synchro, SimTraffic, VISSIM, HCS, or SIDRA is a plus.

Why would a candidate want this job?

At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Generous paid time off
  • 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
  • Professional development opportunities including in-house training
  • Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure
For more information, visit our website at www.horrocks.com

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status

EEO — All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

We provide fair and equal treatment to all candidates, including reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please email us at Recruiting@horrock.com and include your name, the job title, and the location of the position you are applying for. Our team will respond as promptly as possible.

About Horrocks

Founded over 55 years ago, Horrocks has a long-standing history of delivering exceptional infrastructure solutions. At the heart of our company is a commitment to providing essential resources for communities and improving quality of life through innovative and forward-thinking engineering practices. Our teams of dedicated professionals deliver high-quality results on every project and are driven by a culture of service. With our slogan "What we do matters," we strive to make a meaningful difference in the world through our work. Our approach is holistic, taking into consideration all aspects of a project to ensure it meets the needs of the present while preparing for the future. We invest in our people and culture, recognizing that our success is dependent on the talents and dedication of our team. At our firm, we don't just build infrastructure — we build better communities.

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