ITS Traffic Designer

Metric Engineering, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Engineering LLC is seeking an ITS Traffic Designer to develop and prepare ITS/Traffic project construction plans using AutoCAD and Bentley MicroStation OpenRoads. You will lead and coordinate tasks across multiple projects to meet budgets and schedules.

Responsibilities include applying FDOT standards, reviewing production plans, and guiding the team. Travel across Florida is expected; a drafting degree or 5+ years in highway design are preferred.

Qualifications

• Drafting degree or 5+ years ITS/Traffic design experience.
• Knowledge of FDOT CADD standards and OpenRoads.
• Ability to lead multiple CADD tasks and coordinate with EOR.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design ITS/Traffic projects using AutoCAD, Bentley MicroStation OpenRoads and SS10.
• Review, interpret, comment, and provide technical guidance on production plans for ITS/Traffic designs.
• Complete assignments for all facets of the plans production process under Engineer of Record guidance.
• Travel statewide in Florida for field reviews and client coordination.

Skills

CADD proficiency

Team coordination

Communication skills

Education

Drafting degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Bentley MicroStation OpenRoads

SS10

Job description

We are looking for an ITS Traffic Designer to join the Metric team! This position is responsible for developing and preparing Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and Traffic related project construction plans using Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD), as well as taking the lead and coordinating the necessary tasks required to complete multiple projects that conform to scopes of work to ensure adherence to budgets and schedules. They will also ensure that the plans preparation follows the appropriate design criteria, procedures, and guidelines.

Job Duties & Expectations

• Design ITS/Traffic projects using AutoCAD, Bentley MicroStation OpenRoads and SS10.
• Review, interpret, comment, and provide technical guidance on production plans for ITS/Traffic designs.
• Complete assignments for all facets of the plans production process with general direction given by the Engineer of Record (EOR). Rely on extensive experience and judgment to develop production plans that accomplish project goals and objectives.
• Perform a variety of complicated tasks. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is required.
• Apply general ITS/Traffic engineering and planning principles to solve specific ITS/Traffic related items.
• Responsible for compliance with FDOT specifications and company requirements ensuring all work activities are completed within schedule.
• May participate in marketing efforts, proposal design, preparing bid documents with fee estimates and other marketing efforts as assigned by the EOR.

Scope of the Job

• Decision-Making: Consistently exercises good judgement, receives and provides instructions on specific projects, assignments, objectives, complex features, and possible solutions. Work is reviewed for application of sound professional judgement and guidance is provided by EOR.
• Team Involvement: Expected to oversee design aspects for multiple projects. Leads, directs, coordinate, and produce the work of all CADD related items with others who assist in specific projects or assignments. Provides leadership and expertise as well as trains other technicians. Expected to provide consultation on projects and is expected to be a contributor on all related CADD. Interfaces with other technical professionals and technical managers. Interfaces with external professional which include federal, state, county, or city ITS and Tolling staff, sub consultants, and clients to discuss project assignments and report on project progress.
• Travel: Performs tasks throughout the state of Florida with light to moderate travel is anticipated for field reviews.

Education And Experience

May require a drafting degree or 5+ years of experience in designing complex, major and minor highway projects. Has extensive experience with commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the ITS/Traffic operations field.

Required Experience

• Knowledge of ITS/Traffic engineering design, terminology and construction techniques.
• Knowledge of ITS/Traffic design utilizing FDOT CADD standards and electronic delivery.
• Overall knowledge of project deliverables & management methodologies (Must have knowledge of latest FDOT plans production and delivery standards including OpenRoads / EQ report deliverables.)
• Skilled in the use of CADD for ITS/Traffic design plans preparation and performing calculations.
• Ability to communicate with other team members working on the same projects.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing, particularly related to technical information
• Ability to organize projects and tasks while staying on schedule and meeting required deadlines.

Other Skills

Excellent technical writing, analytical and excellent communication skills, including ability to present articulate technical concepts verbally. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook is required. Experience with the use of field equipment to complete job duties such the ability to access and understand technical materials, ability to use a voltmeter, ability to analyze data, and ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing.

Competencies

General competencies expected of all Metric employees are as follows: Client focused, customer service oriented, high level of commitment, constant communication, innovation, professional development, professionalism, quality, positive outlook and teamwork.

About Us:

Metric Engineering LLC was founded in 1976 on the principle of providing personalized consulting engineering services. Today, we are among the top consulting engineering firms specializing in civil and transportation projects. Over the last five decades, Metric has successfully completed numerous large, complex transportation projects in the United States and abroad. Our multi-disciplinary workforce and strategically located regional offices enable us to provide both maximized local responsiveness and a diversified technical base. Our clients include local, county, state and foreign governments as well as private clients.

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.