Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)/Traffic Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Camp Hill (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the Mid-Atlantic region seeks a Junior Intelligent Transportation Systems/Traffic Engineer in Camp Hill, PA. This role involves working under licensed engineers on various traffic engineering projects, allowing for career development in both ITS and traffic engineering. Competitive benefits, including PTO, health insurance, and professional development, are offered as part of a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

401(k) with matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Eight paid holidays

Professional development assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience with traffic simulation software is a plus.
• Professional Engineer License in Pennsylvania preferred.
• 4 years in transportation engineering industry required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare traffic and crash analyses, technical memos, and reports.
• Conduct field investigations and data collection.
• Collaborate with team members and clients.

Skills

AutoCAD

Microstation

Highway Capacity Software

Synchro

Traffic simulation software

Education

BS or MS Degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCAMP HILL
Junior Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)/Traffic Engineer

Location


Camp Hill, PA

Job Type


Full time (40 hours/week); PTO and benefits

Job Description


Drive Engineering is currently seeking a highly motivated junior ITS/Traffic engineer working under the direction of a licensed engineer to complete various tasks related to transportation, ITS, and traffic engineering projects. An opportunity to work on both traffic engineering and ITS projects will be provided with a career track to pursue either or both in the future. The candidate will be expected to work on site in the Camp Hill office with the opportunity to take a hybrid work schedule in the future.

Requirements

• BS or MS Degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer License (Pennsylvania ).
• Extensive experience with AutoCAD or Microstation, Highway Capacity Software, and Synchro.
• Familiarity with PennDOT ITS or traffic engineering standards, MUTCD, and AASHTO guidelines.
• Previous experience working in the transportation engineering industry for at least four (4) years.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Prepare traffic and crash analyses, technical memos, and traffic engineering reports in accordance with PennDOT and other industry publications.
• Conduct field investigations and data collection including traffic counts.
• Analyze and summarize crash reports.
• Perform traffic operations analyses for diverse projects, from individual intersections to complex urban arterial networks and major freeway systems.
• Prepare signal warrant studies, signal calculations and timing analyses.
• Develop traffic signal plans, traffic control plans, signing plans, pavement marking plans, ADA curb ramp plans, and ITS plans.
• Develop specifications, quantities, and estimates.
• Work collaboratively with other team members, consultants and our clients.
• Represent Drive Engineering at industry events and networking opportunities.

Competencies

• Excellent time management, communication skills, and technical writing ability.
• Experience with traffic simulation software such as PTV Vissim.

Outstanding attention to detail; able to review and back check own work.

• Ability to travel to project meetings/field views throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
• Ability to work from client facilities in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Work Location


Camp Hill, PA

Why Join Drive?


At Drive Engineering, we invest in the professional development of our staff. As part of our team, you will:

• Work closely with experienced project managers, engineers, clients, and contractors.
• Access a clear career path in a growing company with an excellent industry reputation.
• Gain experience across various aspects of transportation engineering, from planning and design to construction to operations and maintenance.
• Be part of cutting-edge initiatives, like Connected and Automated Vehicles, that make a difference in the community.
• Have an opportunity to work on impactful projects across multiple states.
• Benefit from tuition assistance and professional certification support.

About Drive


Since 2010, Drive Engineering has been a leading DBE/MBE provider of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), traffic engineering, and transportation planning and engineering consulting services in the Mid-Atlantic region. Our staff is experienced in all project aspects from the early planning stages to the project completion, including Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) development and construction design services for both design-bid-build and design-build projects. We have planning, design, review, and construction inspection experience in large scale ITS and traffic signal deployments. Key clients include PennDOT, PA Turnpike, PANYNJ, DelDOT, NJDOT, NYSDOT, MDOT, VDOT, FDOT, and countless local and engineering firms.

EEO/AA


It is the policy of Drive Engineering to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of , , , , , , , , , veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Drive Engineering is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact Chad Nicklas at 267-973-6170.

Work Authorization


Drive Engineering participates in E-Verify. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Eight paid holidays

Life, short-term insurance, and long-term insurance

• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's Required

Experience:

• 4-10 years