Civil Engineer - Traffic Signals

Overview

Kimley-Horn's Raleigh, NC (North Carolina) office is seeking an experienced Civil Engineer specializing in Traffic Signals to support and grow our traffic engineering and operations practice. This role is ideal for a licensed Professional Engineer with deep technical expertise in signal design and a strong understanding of the full lifecycle of signal projects—from planning and design through construction and implementation.

You will work closely with public agency clients, lead technically complex projects, contribute to business development efforts, and mentor staff while delivering high‑quality traffic signal and intersection solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver traffic signal design projects, including planning, design, and construction support, for a variety of public-sector clients
• Serve as a project manager and technical lead, managing scope, schedule, budget, and quality control
• Prepare and review traffic signal plans, specifications, and estimates
• Develop and manage proposals, scopes of work, and project budgets; support client interviews and pursuits
• Maintain and grow client relationships with local agencies and municipalities; serve as a trusted technical advisor
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including roadway, planning, ITS, and construction staff
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to engineers and designers
• Contribute to the growth of the TPTO practice through business development, marketing, and thought leadership
  
  

Required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
• 8 years of relevant experience delivering traffic signal and traffic engineering projects
• Demonstrated experience managing and delivering signal design projects from concept through construction
• Strong understanding of the full lifecycle of traffic signal projects
• Experience working directly with clients and public agencies
• Proven ability to support or lead business development efforts, including proposal writing and budgeting
• Experience working with local agencies and/or municipalities
  
  

Preferred/Bonus

• Experience designing pavement marking plans
• Experience designing temporary traffic control (TTC) plans
• Experience designing signal communication plans and splice details
• Experience designing intersections and curb ramps, including ADA considerations
• Experience performing signal timing optimization
• Experience with lighting design
  
  

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.