Traffic Engineer (Independent Contractor / 1-Time Project)

Traffic Engineer (Independent Contractor / 1-Time Project)

Location

Remote / Lancaster, CA area (for potential local context or site review)

Compensation

$6,000 Flat Fee

Job Type

Contract / Temporary (One-time Project)

Timeline

4–6 weeks from project kickoff

Project Overview

We are seeking a qualified, independent

California Licensed Traffic Engineer

to perform a traffic study and develop a conceptual striping plan for a project located in Lancaster, California. This is a one-time, contract-based assignment. The final deliverables must be signed and stamped by a registered professional engineer in the State of California.

Primary Deliverables

Traffic Impact Study

Conduct the necessary traffic analysis and generate a clear, concise technical report summarizing findings, issues, and data-backed recommendations.

Conceptual Striping Plan

Develop preliminary pavement marking and signing plans using AutoCAD or MicroStation.

Design Compliance

Ensure all plans and calculations conform to the California MUTCD, City of Lancaster standards, and Caltrans guidelines where applicable.

Job Qualifications

Licensure

Active

• California Civil P.E. (Professional Engineer) or T.E. (Traffic Engineer)
• license is strictly required.

Experience

Minimum 2+ years of traffic engineering and design experience specifically handling California local agency (ideally High Desert / Los Angeles County) projects.

Software

Proficient in AutoCAD or MicroStation; experience with traffic modeling software (Synchro, HCS) is highly preferred to support the study findings.

Autonomy

Must be self-sufficient, highly responsive, and able to provide a final, QA/QC-checked product ready for agency submittal within the tight timeline.

Compensation & Terms

Fee

$6,000 flat fee upon successful completion and delivery of approved plans/study.

Project Schedule

Strict

• 4–6 week timeline
• from kickoff to final submittal.
• This is a 1099 independent contractor position. No benefits, equipment, or software licenses will be provided.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, proof of active CA licensure, and a brief summary of similar traffic studies/striping plans you have completed in California.