Business Details
9 Years
experience
Traffic Engineering Solutions in Olathe, KS
Founded in 2017, Merge Midwest Engineering is a woman-owned traffic engineering consulting firm dedicated to advancing women in engineering while delivering high-quality solutions. Our team combines over 50 years of collective experience in traffic engineering, including traffic impact studies, signal optimization, intersection design, and noise studies. We hold professional certifications across four states and maintain formalized quality assurance processes to ensure precision in every project.Our engineers are licensed in Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and Iowa, with expertise in traffic modeling software and compliance with federal and state transportation standards. We prioritize client collaboration, community engagement, and innovative problem-solving to ensure successful project outcomes for both public and private sector clients.
Services
Traffic Studies
Design Projects
Data Collection
Noise Studies
Traffic Signal Optimization
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined traffic engineering experience.
- Our team holds D/WBE certifications in four Midwestern states.
- We implement a formalized quality assurance and quality control process.
- Our engineers are licensed in Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and Iowa.
- We specialize in traffic modeling software and federal compliance standards.
Associations and certifications
- Kansas Department of Transportation
- Missouri Department of Transportation
- City of Kansas City, Missouri
- Iowa Department of Transportation
Services
Traffic Studies
Our traffic studies evaluate roadway performance, safety, and compliance using advanced modeling tools. We provide data-driven recommendations for signal timing, intersection design, and corridor improvements. Clients benefit from actionable insights that enhance traffic flow and meet regulatory requirements.
Noise Studies
We conduct field measurements and predictive modeling to assess traffic noise impacts for environmental compliance. Our studies guide mitigation strategies like sound barriers or roadway adjustments. Clients receive FHWA-compliant reports to support project approvals and community engagement.
Design Projects
Our design services cover temporary traffic control, lighting, and ADA-compliant infrastructure. We integrate safety and functionality into every plan while adhering to state and federal standards. Clients gain cost-effective, permit-ready designs that minimize disruptions during construction.
Data Collection
We perform manual and automated traffic counts, parking inventories, and travel time measurements. Accurate data collection supports informed decision-making for transportation planning. Clients receive detailed datasets to validate models and improve traffic management strategies.
Signal Optimization
Our engineers optimize traffic signal timing to reduce congestion and improve corridor efficiency. Using Synchro and VISSIM software, we develop coordinated timing plans tailored to peak traffic patterns. Clients experience enhanced safety and reduced vehicle delays.
People
Janelle Clayton
Manager / Co-Owner
Janelle leads daily operations with 17+ years in traffic engineering, specializing in signal design and intersection optimization. She is a licensed PE in four states and active in the Institute of Transportation Engineers.
Mark Stuempel
Senior Engineer / Co-Owner
Mark manages financial planning and technical projects, with expertise in noise studies and temporary traffic control. He is a licensed PE in three states and holds a Master's in Civil Engineering from the University of Kansas.
Lee Baer
Senior Engineer / Co-Owner
Lee focuses on project management and lighting design, bringing 12+ years of experience. He is a licensed PE in Kansas and Missouri, with prior local government service on planning commissions.
Jason Fine
Senior Design Technician
Jason supports traffic engineering projects with 16+ years of technical expertise in signal design and pavement markings. He graduated from Northwest Kansas Technical College and contributes to outdoor-focused community projects.
Michael Hare
Senior Engineer
Michael specializes in traffic modeling and transportation planning, proficient in Synchro and VISSIM software. He holds dual degrees from Kansas State University and the University of Missouri Kansas City, with 12+ years in corridor studies.
Questions
What services does Merge Midwest Engineering offer?
We provide traffic studies, noise analysis, signal optimization, design projects, and data collection services for public and private sector clients.
Are you certified for government contracts?
Yes, we hold D/WBE certifications with transportation agencies in Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and Iowa for state and municipal projects.
Which states do you operate in?
We are licensed to work in Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and Iowa, serving clients across the Midwest region.
How does your quality assurance process work?
Our formalized QA/QC process includes peer reviews, software validation, and compliance checks to ensure accurate, client-ready deliverables.
Can you handle complex traffic modeling projects?
Our engineers use Synchro, VISSIM, and other tools to model traffic flow and develop optimized solutions for complex corridors and intersections.
