About the Role
The selected candidate will contribute to transportation engineering projects by performing analyses, preparing plans, and supporting senior staff in delivering solutions for public and private clients.
Responsibilities
- Conduct traffic impact studies for new developments
- Develop geometric designs for roadways and intersections
- Perform capacity and level-of-service evaluations
- Prepare construction drawings and technical specifications
- Support transportation planning efforts with data analysis
- Use traffic simulation software to model vehicle movements
- Assist in the development of safety improvement programs
- Gather field data including traffic counts and speed surveys
- Coordinate with local and state transportation agencies
- Review plans for compliance with design standards
- Participate in project scoping and client meetings
- Produce reports documenting study findings and recommendations
- Apply knowledge of MUTCD and DOT guidelines
- Support grant applications related to transportation projects
- Work on multi-jurisdictional infrastructure initiatives
- Utilize GIS for spatial analysis and mapping
- Contribute to sustainable transportation solutions
- Assist in developing alternative transportation strategies
- Maintain project documentation and records
- Collaborate with civil and environmental engineers
- Ensure designs meet accessibility requirements
- Review contractor submittals and shop drawings
- Support public outreach efforts for proposed projects
- Track project schedules and deliverables
- Apply engineering principles to real-world transportation challenges
Nice to Have
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience with roundabout design
- Background in active transportation planning
- Familiarity with Vissim or Cube software
- Knowledge of complete streets policies
- Experience with NEPA documentation
- Understanding of value engineering concepts
- Training in safety performance functions
- Experience with transportation asset management
Compensation
Competitive salary based on experience
Work Arrangement
Hybrid work model with field and office components
Team
Collaborative engineering team focused on transportation infrastructure
Project Types
- Highway and arterial improvements
- Intersection safety upgrades
- Pedestrian and bicycle facility design
- Traffic signal optimization
- Site access and circulation planning
Software Proficiency
- AutoCAD Civil 3D
- MicroStation
- Synchro and SimTraffic
- GIS platforms
- Microsoft Project
Professional Development
- Support for continuing education
- Reimbursement for licensure exams
- Access to technical conferences
- Internal training sessions
Work Environment
- Combination of office and field settings
- Regular site visits required
- Collaborative team culture
- Client-facing responsibilities
Client Sectors
- Municipal governments
- State transportation departments
- Private developers
- Transit authorities
Available for qualified candidates
