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Trilon

Senior Transportation Planner

Berlin, NJ

The Senior Transportation Planner will support transportation planning and traffic engineering ... Lead technical research and writing, document preparation and publication efforts * Lead the ...

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IMEG

Senior Transportation Engineer

Naperville, IL · On-site

$98K - $141K/yr

Senior Transportation Engineer IMEG is hiring a Senior Transportation Engineer to lead design ... research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG Prioritize safety and regulatory ...

Artheon

Senior Transportation Planner

East Brunswick, NJ · On-site

$135K - $165K/yr

The Senior Transportation Planner will support transportation planning and traffic engineering ... Lead technical research and writing, document preparation and publication efforts * Lead the ...

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

$30.11 - $37.63/hr

The Transportation Research Board (TRB) is one of seven major programs of the National Academies of ... Works directly with the assigned Senior Program Officer (SPO) and Operations Coordinator (OC) for ...

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

... senior-level leadership and management for a team of professional staff responsible for delivering a complex and diverse portfolio of cooperative transportation research projects. The position ...

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

... with senior volunteers, sponsors, and stakeholders across the transportation community. The Transportation Research Board (TRB), a division of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and ...

ICF

Senior Transportation Specialist

Syracuse, NY · On-site +1

Senior Transportation Specialist Location: Syracuse metro region or Onondaga County, New York ... Conduct research and market analysis on transportation modes, technologies, policies, and programs.

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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

... senior-level leadership and management for a team of professional staff responsible for delivering a complex and diverse portfolio of cooperative transportation research projects. The position ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior transportation research in the United States is $105,259.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $127,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Transportation Research vs Transportation Planner?

AspectSenior Transportation ResearchTransportation Planner
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Transportation, Civil Engineering, or related; experience in research methodsBachelor's or Master's in Urban Planning, Transportation, or related; planning certifications
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, data analysis, report writingField surveys, community engagement, project design
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies, research institutions, consulting firmsMunicipalities, transportation departments, urban planning firms
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

Senior Transportation Research focuses on analyzing data, developing models, and conducting studies to improve transportation systems. In contrast, Transportation Planners primarily design and implement transportation projects, engage with communities, and develop plans for urban mobility. While both roles require related credentials and often work within the same industry, their core responsibilities differ—research vs planning.

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Infographic showing various Senior Transportation Research job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 39% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,259 per year, or $50.6 per hour.

Senior Transportation Planner

Trilon

Berlin, NJ

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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About Artheon
Artheon is a trusted engineering and consulting firm offering services that rival large organizations while maintaining the personalized client relationships of a boutique firm. With expertise spanning civil/site engineering, environmental permitting, transportation infrastructure, construction management, and advanced surveying technologies, we are committed to delivering high-quality, timely solutions to local, state, and federal clients.
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Transportation Planner to join our Transportation team in our Berlin, NJ or East Brunswick, NJ offices. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional looking to contribute to a wide range of transportation planning and traffic engineering projects throughout New Jersey and the surrounding region.
The Senior Transportation Planner will support transportation planning and traffic engineering projects by preparing traffic impact studies, analyzing transportation systems, and assisting with traffic operations and safety improvements. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional who enjoys working collaboratively, managing multiple assignments, and developing practical solutions for public and private sector clients.
  • Lead technical research and writing, document preparation and publication efforts
  • Lead the preparation of proposals, development of scopes of work and create work hour estimates
  • Assist with traffic impact studies, preliminary traffic analyses, and transportation planning reports.
  • Assist in the development of Maintenance and Protection of Traffic (MPT) plans and traffic signal design, including signing and pavement marking plans.
  • Assist with traffic operations and safety studies to support roadway improvement projects.
  • Attend and assist with public meetings, public hearings, presentations, and client coordination activities.
  • Prepare comprehensive plans, zoning regulations/form-based codes, design guidelines, and other community plans.
  • Complete all aspects of public engagement: presentation materials, community surveys, stakeholder interviews, website setup, and community meetings.
  • Develop transportation planning strategies for communities throughout New Jersey.
  • Conduct environmental review (SEQRA/NEPA), including preparation of Environmental Impact Statements. 
  • Coordinate with engineers, planners, and other project team members to deliver high-quality work on schedule.
  • Manage multiple assignments while maintaining strong attention to detail and meeting project deadlines.
  • Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Urban/Regional Planning, Transportation Planning, or a related field. 
  • Approximately 10+ years of practical experience in transportation planning, including experience in a Project Management/leadership role.
  • Must be a licensed Professional Planner (PP) and/or Professional Engineer (PE) license in New Jersey, or the ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity within a reasonable timeframe.
  • Must be certified by American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
  • Safety Professional (RSP) certification or Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification is preferred.
  • Experience working on NJDOT and/or New Jersey MPO projects as related to transportation planning.
  • Demonstrated excellence in technical writing, experience in preparing budgets/work plan and proposals. 
  • Experience preparing traffic impact studies and performing traffic modeling and simulation.
  • Experience performing Roadside Safety Audits and Data Driven Safety Analysis
  • Must be accomplished in the management of multiple projects with excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills. 
  • Ability to interact effectively with clients, project teams, and colleagues internally and externally.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment and meet project deadlines.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Power Point is required.
  • ESRI ArcGIS software familiarity. Adobe Creative Suite familiarity.
The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company's good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.
Artheon offers a competitive compensation package including medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, educational assistance program and paid time off/parental leave.

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