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PRIME AE Group, Inc. ( www.primeeng.com ) is a nationally ranked, full-service architecture and engineering firm with 24 offices across 10 states and a team of 500+ professionals. For nearly two decades, we’ve partnered with public and private sector clients to deliver creative, practical, and sustainable solutions across transportation, education, healthcare, municipal, federal, commercial, and recreational sectors. We’re expanding our capabilities, our geography, and our team—and now is an exciting time to join us
We are currently seeking a Traffic Engineer III to join our Lexington, Louisville or Fort Mitchell, KY offices.
This role is ideal for an experienced Traffic Engineer who brings strong technical expertise, sound professional judgment, and the ability to lead traffic engineering efforts on complex transportation projects. You will play a key role in planning, analyzing, and designing traffic solutions for public-sector clients, while mentoring junior staff and serving as a technical resource to project teams and clients.
You will balance hands-on technical work with project leadership, contributing to studies, design deliverables, and client coordination across a wide range of traffic and transportation initiatives.
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Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification required.
Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in traffic or transportation engineering.
Demonstrated experience preparing and leading traffic studies, traffic signal design, signing and pavement marking plans, and traffic control plans.
Proficiency with traffic engineering software and tools such as Synchro, HCS, VISSIM (or similar), and design platforms including AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
Strong working knowledge of MUTCD, state DOT standards, and applicable traffic engineering guidelines.
Proven ability to exercise sound engineering judgment and independently manage technical assignments.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting technical information to clients and agencies.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while also managing work independently.
Why PRIME AE? We don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. At PRIME AE, you’ll find a culture of support, flexibility, and opportunity. You’ll work on impactful projects that improve daily life, alongside colleagues who inspire and challenge you. Whether you’re advancing your technical skills or growing as a leader, we’re committed to helping you succeed.
Full-Career Support : Flexible career paths across disciplines, from technical specialist to project leadership.
People-First Culture : We hire top talent, champion diversity, trust, and integrity.
Meaningful Impact : Work on projects—from community centers and hospitals to federal, transportation, and water systems—that tangibly improve lives.
Growth-Oriented : Strategically expanding capabilities and geography (e.g., Southeast acquisition, federal growth) with strong backing from investors.
National Yet Local : Enjoy the resources of a big firm with the agility and client intimacy of local offices.
PRIME AE Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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