ITS & Traffic Designer (EIT Track)

HDR, Inc.; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an ITS/Traffic Designer - EIT to contribute to ITS and traffic management system projects. You will assist senior engineers in design, planning, engineering, and deployment across several locations in the United States including Virginia and Maryland.

The role involves developing PS&E packages, system analyses, and operational procedures. Candidates should be technically versatile with strong software skills and a commitment to project management activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or electrical engineering or related field.
• EIT certificate; candidates hired without their EIT will be titled ITS Designer and must obtain EIT for career progression.
• Local candidates preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Synchro/Sim Traffic, HCS, AutoCAD and MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Work on ITS and traffic management system projects under project managers and senior engineers.
• Develop plans, PS&E design packages for freeway, arterial and transit ITS systems.
• Develop System Engineering Analyses, ITS Architectures, and Master Plans.
• Update and review design documents, technical specifications and related documentation.
• Participate in ACES vehicle, Electrified Mobility, and emerging tech projects.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Active employee ownership culture

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Synchro/Sim Traffic

HCS

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of ITS/Traffic Designer / EIT, we'll count on you to:

• Work on projects under the direction of the project manager and senior engineers, on ITS and traffic management system projects including Design, Planning, Engineering, Integration, Deployment, Operations and Maintenance, Communications and overall Contract and Project Management.
• Develop plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) design packages for freeway, arterial and transit ITS systems, including fiber optic and wireless communication systems, power distributions systems, CCTV, DMS, vehicle detection systems, HAR, RWIS, traffic signal interconnect, transit signal priority, lightning control systems, and other ITS technologies and sub-systems, such as freeway open road tolling and managed lane technologies.
• Develop System Engineering Analyses, ITS Architectures, Concept of Operations, ITS and TSM&O Master Plans, Traffic Management Center Standard Operational Procedures and Performance Measures Guidelines, ITS design plans, ITS equipment specifications, along with subsequent testing, operations and maintenance activities.
• Develop, update and review design documents, technical specifications and other project related documentation.
• Participate in Automated Connected Electric and Shared (ACES) vehicle, Electrified Mobility, and emerging technology projects
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or electrical engineering or related engineering field

Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate. Candidates hired without their EIT will be titled "ITS Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression

• Local candidates preferred
• Computer skills using Microsoft Office, Synchro/Sim Traffic, HCS, AutoCAD and MicroStation

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Required Qualifications

• Ability to multitask while working on many projects at once
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

Other Locations

Other Locations

: United States-Virginia-Glen Allen, United States-Maryland-Baltimore, United States-Virginia-Roanoke, United States-Virginia-Virginia Beach, United States-Virginia-Newport News, United States-District of Columbia-Washington DC, United States-Maryland-Fulton

Industry

: Highway + Road

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Advanced Technologies for Surface Transportation

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Jul 7, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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