Engineer [REMOTE within PA/NJ]

Iteris, Inc.; New Jersey; Remote; USD 106,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Engineer to enhance traffic signal systems management and operations. This role involves conducting critical traffic studies, optimizing signal timings, and implementing innovative solutions to improve traffic flow and safety. The position offers a unique opportunity to work remotely while requiring travel to key areas, allowing you to make a significant impact on public safety and mobility. Join a forward-thinking company that values data-driven decision-making and provides comprehensive benefits, including education assistance and a supportive work environment. If you're passionate about transportation engineering and eager to contribute to meaningful projects, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Incentive-based yearly bonus

401(k) with immediate matching

Open Paid-Time-Off (PTO)

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Medical reimbursement plans

Disability coverage

Education assistance program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in transportation engineering, especially in signal timing studies.
• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering field or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform traffic signal timing studies and manage signal systems operations.
• Conduct traffic engineering studies and implement signal timing plans.

Skills

Traffic signal optimization

Data analysis

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Transportation engineering principles

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) license

Tools

Synchro

SimTraffic

Tru-Traffic

ATSPM

Job description

Iteris is looking for an Engineer to perform transportation or traffic engineering work primarily in traffic signal systems management, operations, signal coordination and timing studies under the supervision and guidance of senior engineering staff.

Please note that while this position is remote within the state of PA, this role does require frequent travel to the Southeast Pennsylvania and Southwest New Jersey areas.

What you will be doing:

• Performing transportation or traffic engineering work on traffic signal timing studies, signal systems management and operations
• Perform travel time runs/collect and interpret travel time data
• Develop the existing condition and optimized condition models in Synchro
• Develop basic controller interval timings
• Develop coordinated timing plans
• Implement new traffic signal timing plans at field
• Adjust signal timing at field based on field traffic conditions
• Collect traffic signal/ ITS equipment inventory
• Conduct traffic engineering studies, traffic impact analyses, traffic operation and safety studies
• Conduct systems integration and network management activities
• Perform ITS equipment field implementation and support
• Position will require frequent travel locally or nationwide

What you need to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor's Degree (four-year college or technical school) required in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field or equivalent work experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in any state is required
• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) license is preferred
• IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician Level II (or willingness to obtain; we provide financial assistance)
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in transportation engineering principles including signal timing studies
• Demonstrated experience in transportation engineering applications/programs, as listed below
• Traffic signal optimization and simulation software, including but not limited to Synchro, SimTraffic, Tru-Traffic, ATSPM and other traffic analysis software
• Traffic signal controller and ATMS platforms; We provide extensive internal training programs
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• A passion for data analysis, attention to detail, real-time traffic operations improvements to enhance the safety and traveling experience of the motoring public and pedestrians. Come demonstrate your technical skills, qualifications and commitment

Iteris anticipates paying between $106,600 and $118,700 for this role. However, actual pay offered may vary depending on job related knowledge, skills, and experience.

What’s in it for you:

• Incentive-based yearly bonus
• 401(k) with immediate matching and no vesting period
• Open Paid-Time-Off [PTO]
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Medical reimbursement plans
• Disability coverage
• Family-friendly programs
• Education assistance program
• In-house training programs

Iteris, Inc. is a provider of smart mobility infrastructure management solutions and part of the Almaviva Group businesses serving the transportation and logistics industry. Iteris’ cloud-enabled solutions help public transportation agencies, municipalities, commercial entities, and other transportation infrastructure providers monitor, visualize, and optimize mobility infrastructure to make mobility safe, efficient, and sustainable.

Iteris, Inc . is an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender identity and expression, color, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), national origin/ancestry, religion, military/veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic and group protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. A valid driver’s license may be required based on essential duties.