Transportation Traffic Engineer

Job Description

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A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. Our work moves people and goods from Point A to Point B, creating opportunities to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. We provide planning, engineering, and infrastructure management services that fit the needs of our clients and improve the overall transportation experience. Join our team and help keep communities connected.

Your Opportunity

As a Transportation Planner/Engineer in our TPTE group, you will work on a variety of projects, providing technical expertise, supervising junior staff, and ensuring work stays on schedule and within budget. The ideal candidate is a problem‑solver with experience in engineering and planning projects, knowledge of regulatory requirements, strong communication skills, and a demonstrated ability in transportation planning, data analysis, and modeling.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and coordinate technical aspects of assigned projects and tasks.


• Apply transportation planning, modeling, and traffic engineering concepts.


• Perform traffic, GIS, and land‑use data analysis, prepare calculations, and conduct various transportation studies.


• Coordinate with clients, regulatory/resource agencies, and local governments.


• Provide initial quality assurance and control for technical products to ensure accuracy and compliance.


• Prepare technical reports and memorandums for traffic impact studies, parking studies, transit planning studies, feasibility studies, and environmental assessments.


• Assist in resolving technical project issues, presenting reports, and providing client service.


• Conduct due diligence and research to develop project background information.


• Assist with proposal preparation, project reporting, and marketing efforts.


• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5–8 years of experience as a transportation planner or traffic engineer, including traffic impact studies and environmental assessment work.


• Minimum two years of Canadian experience is an asset.


• Expert knowledge of traffic engineering concepts, including intersection operational analysis and signalized intersection design.


• Professional experience with Synchro, ARCADY, SIDRA, or similar intersection analysis software.


• Strong knowledge of provincial and municipal legal requirements and design/planning procedures.


• Experience managing small projects and tasks.


• Knowledge of road safety studies and projects.


• Ability to work independently with high-level direction and supervision.


• Experience working within established timelines and project budgets.


• Initiative in task coordination and team collaboration.


• Proficiency with EMME, VISUM, Aimsun, or VISSIM for demand forecasting and simulation modeling (asset).


• Microsoft Office proficiency and experience with Access and MS Project.


• Highly motivated, eager to learn new skills, and effective time management.


• Strong analytical, technical writing, and oral communication skills.


• Knowledge of transit planning, active transportation, pedestrian modeling (VISWALK or Legion), and rail modeling is an asset.


• Experience with TAC and Ontario municipal geometric design standards is beneficial.


• Programming and scripting skills are a great asset.


• Collaborative attitude when working with sub‑consultants and contractors.


• GIS and AutoCAD skills are an asset.


• Municipal experience is an asset.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Engineering, or related field.


• Master’s degree is an asset.


• Active P.Eng. or RPP certificate, or the ability to obtain it within a short time, with a minimum of 5–8 years of related experience.

Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (minimum one day in‑office; hybrid work environment). Travel may be required for site visits and client meetings. This description does not constitute a comprehensive list of duties; additional responsibilities may be assigned or changed at any time.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities worldwide.

Job Details

• Primary Location: Canada | ON | Ottawa


• Organization: 1636 Transpt-CA Ontario East & Atlantic-Ottawa ON


• Employee Status: Regular


• Travel: No


• Schedule: Full time


• Schedule: Full time


• Job Posting: 14/11/2025 02:11:58


• Req ID: 1002165