Traffic Engineer/Transport planner

Traffic Engineer – 

Location: Sheffield (Hybrid Working)
Salary: £30,000 – £45,000 + benefits
Company: Independent Transport & Infrastructure Consultancy
A respected transport and infrastructure consultancy with a growing reputation for delivering practical, creative, and sustainable design solutions is seeking a Traffic Engineer with 2–6 years’ experience to join their expanding team in Sheffield.

The Role

You’ll play a key role in developing traffic and transport solutions for a diverse range of projects, from new residential and commercial developments to regeneration and infrastructure schemes. The position offers hands-on technical design work alongside client engagement and the opportunity to progress quickly within a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare transport assessments, travel plans, and junction capacity modelling.
• Undertake and analyse traffic surveys, feasibility studies, and access design.
• Use software such as AutoCAD, Junctions 10 (PICADY/ARCADY), LinSig, and TRICS.
• Support the design of traffic management measures, road layouts, and active travel schemes.
• Liaise with local authorities and clients to support planning submissions and approvals.
• Contribute to the delivery of innovative and sustainable transport solutions.

Requirements

• 2–6 years’ experience in transport planning or traffic engineering.
• Experience producing technical reports and supporting planning applications.
• Knowledge of relevant design standards (DMRB, MfS, TSRGD, etc.).
• Proficient in AutoCAD; experience with Junctions 10, LinSig, or TRICS advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Transport Planning, or related field.

Why Join?

• Dynamic and friendly consultancy with a strong technical reputation.
• Involvement in varied and high-profile development projects.
• Clear progression routes and mentorship from senior engineers.
• Flexible / hybrid working options.
• Competitive salary (£30,000 – £45,000) plus benefits.