Traffic Engineer

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next‑generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

In the role of Traffic Engineer, we'll count on you to:

Responsibilities

Perform complex traffic engineering projects, exercise sound engineering judgment, preparation of traffic signal plans, traffic impact analysis reports and PS and E documents

Make decisions on design and engineering procedures as needed

Function as technical specialist or project manager on mid-size projects, but project management is not sole focus of this position

Supervise small staff of professionals and technicians as needed

Perform other duties as needed

Job Skills

A self-starter, comfortable working in a team environment

Fluency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint)

Programming skills in languages such as Python and R, or experience with Microsoft Azure is an asset

Working knowledge in AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and/or analytic tools such as Tableau/Power BI is an asset

Progressive and innovative approach to problem-solving an asset

Knowledge of geometric roadway design, traffic engineering, travel demand modeling, transit service planning, active transportation an asset

Knowledge and application of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Process (MCEA), Transit Project Assessment Process (TPAP), TAC Manual, MTO Geometrics Design Manual

Preferred Qualifications

A minimum of 4 years’ experience with the P.Eng. designation in transportation engineering including traffic operations studies, traffic signals, transit priority, meso/microsimulation modelling, highway and transit infrastructure projects, master and secondary plans, environmental assessments, traffic impact studies, traffic safety, pedestrian and cycling studies, and traffic management plans.

Experience with projects involving pedestrian simulation modelling for transit stations and other public facilities is an advantage.

Experience with projects involving LRT, BRT, or subway / heavy rail is an asset.

Familiarity with planning policies and guiding documents in the Greater Toronto Area is an asset

Experience working on MTO, Metrolinx, TTC, York Region, Peel Region, Durham Region, or City of Toronto projects preferred.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Experience with traffic analysis and traffic engineering/design

Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.

Detailed hands on experience conducting traffic design using CAD platforms including MicroStation, Autocad and Guide Sign software

Detailed hands on experience conducting operational analysis using a variety of analysis and modeling tools specific to support job duties, including HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, and Aimsun

Detailed hands on experience conducting safety analysis using a variety of safety software tools including Highway Safety Software

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word

Strong verbal and written skills

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) The pay range for Toronto/Richmond Hill: $86,000 - $123,400

Primary Location Canada‑Ontario‑Toronto

Other Locations Canada‑Ontario‑Richmond Hill

Industry Transit

Schedule Full-time

Employee Status Regular

Business Class Traffic Engineering

Job Posting Feb 18, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer

https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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