ITS / Traffic Engineer

AECOM; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Mid-Level ITS Traffic Engineer in Boston, MA, to work on impactful projects within a diverse culture. This role involves client interaction, data analysis, and engineering tasks, with opportunities for training and career development in a global team.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work options

Training and development programs

Qualifications

• 6 years of relevant experience or equivalent education.
• 5 years of experience in developing roadway traffic plans.
• Proficient using standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to discuss project needs and deliver findings.
• Perform site visits to document field equipment and collect data.
• Execute engineering assignments including preparing reports and analyzing data.

Skills

Traffic analysis

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

InRoads

Synchro

VISSIM

MicroStation

Job description

**Company Description**

**Work with Us. Change the World.**

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

**Job Description**

**AECOM’s** Boston, MA office is seeking an enthusiastic and outgoing **Mid-Level ITS Traffic Engineer** . Imagine working on rewarding projects within a diverse culture, and having access to exceptional training and career development opportunities. Working at AECOM means being part of a global team, working with award-winning professionals across the world. Aspire to be a key player on some of the best projects regionally, with opportunities to work on projects nationally or internationally. Our people bring deep industry knowledge to help you succeed.

**Under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer:**

+ Meet with clients to discuss project needs, give status updates, and deliver project findings

+ Perform site visits to observe real-world operating conditions, document field equipment, and collect data

+ Exercise judgment in making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives

+ Execute engineering assignments such as preparing reports, analyzing data, performing civil and electrical calculations, designing engineering plans, estimating project costs, modeling traffic patterns, creating graphics and presentations, and more

+ Perform systems engineering tasks for software and technology products such as determining needs and functional requirements, and testing end products

+ Participate in program planning for public Traffic and ITS departments

+ Assist in delivering training courses

+ Research and apply new technologies in the industry, such as traffic signal performance measure systems and connected / autonomous vehicles

+ Engage in business development through professional organizations and networking

+ Build trusting working relationships with clients and colleagues

**Qualifications**

**Minimum Requirements:**

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in traffic or transportation engineering plus 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

**Preferred Qualifications:**

+ 5 years of experience in the areas of developing roadway traffic plans, ITS plans, and performing traffic analysis.

+ Proficient using spreadsheets, word processing, and standard office software.

+ Proficient in industry standard computer software for the position (examples include software such as of AutoCAD, InRoads, Synchro, VISSIM and MicroStation)

+ Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE), or PE license

**Additional Information**

+ Relocation assistance is not available for this role

+ Sponsorship is available for this role

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $120,000.00 - $180,000.00.

**About AECOM**

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

**What makes AECOM a great place to work**

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

**ReqID:** J10129439

**Business Line:** Transportation

**Business Group:** DCS

**Strategic Business Unit:** East

**Career Area:** Engineering

**Work Location Model:** Hybrid

**Legal Entity:** AECOM Technical Services Inc