EIT - Traffic Engineer

GAI Consultants, Inc.; Canonsburg (Washington County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance-driven recognition

Comprehensive health plans

Generous paid time off

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Entry Level Traffic Engineer – in-Training to join their Transportation & Infrastructure Business Unit. The position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and utilize your education and experience. Candidates should be prepared for a hybrid or remote work setup.

Qualified applicants will have 1-3 years of experience in civil engineering, with knowledge in traffic design, and must hold EIT certification. GAI ensures competitive pay and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in Civil Engineering, particularly traffic design and analysis.
• Successful completion of the FE examination and current EIT certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform advisory or consulting work across broad project areas.
• Assess practices to achieve sustainable performance of complex engineering projects.

Skills

Knowledge and experience with PennDOT and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission

Transportation design including traffic design analysis and roadway design

Proficient in Synchro and/or HCS software

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

Knowledgeable in MicroStation

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Engineering

Tools

Synchro

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

GAI Consultants, Inc is seeking an Entry Level (1-3 years experience) "Traffic Engineer – in-Training" to work within our Transportation & Infrastructure Business Unit. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a challenging, fast‑paced, and team‑oriented environment that will utilize their college education and related work experience to develop professionally into a well‑rounded engineer with the ability to grow in today's global environment. Successful completion of the FE examination and current EIT certification is required.

Office locations include Cranberry Township, Homestead, Cannonsburg, or Philadelphia, PA. Hybrid or remote work is available with residency required in the Commonwealth of PA. A successful candidate outside of PA must be willing to relocate.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience with PennDOT and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission.
• Transportation design including traffic design analysis and roadway design.
• Preparation of reports, maps, drawings, bid documents, and project plans.
• Proficient in Synchro and/or HCS software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledgeable in MicroStation; familiarity with roadway design software such as OpenRoads Designer is desired.

General Characteristics

• Makes decisions with broad influence on activities of their organizations.
• Demonstrates a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing, and guiding projects and activities.
• Evaluates solutions to complex problems.
• Assesses courses of resolution to ethical dilemmas in complicated situations.

Minimum Years Of Experience

1–3 years’ experience working in the field of Civil Engineering, particularly traffic design and analysis.

Education

B.S. or M.S. Engineering, master’s degree preferred.

Certification / Licensure

• EIT Certification
• Driver’s License

Technical Responsibilities

• Performs advisory or consulting work for the organization across broad project areas or within a specialized area with innovative/complex aspects.
• Assesses practices and requirements to achieve sustainable performance of complex engineering projects from a systems perspective.

Benefits

GAI offers skilled professionals an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve.

Competitive Pay & Recognition

• Market based, competitive compensation.
• Performance‑driven recognition and development bonuses.

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Company paid short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources.

Meaningful Work–Life Balance

• Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays.
• An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you.
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.

Growth, Learning & Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications.