ITS/Traffic Operations Engineer

AECOM Corporation; Mount Clemens (MI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an energetic ITS/Traffic Operations Engineer to support traffic engineering, ITS and TSMO in southeast Michigan, with on-site duties at Mount Clemens.

This part-time role up to 29 hours per week focuses on real-time traffic operations, signal timing, data analysis, and collaboration with clients and agencies to improve mobility and safety.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass MVR check per policy.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Synchro/SimTraffic, and traffic simulation software.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize traffic signal timing plans using Synchro, SimTraffic, and related software.
• Perform traffic and ITS engineering studies, analyzing roadway performance and recommending operational improvements.
• Assist in the assessment and maintenance of traffic signal and ITS systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Provide technical support for real-time traffic management operations, including incident management and special event coordination.
• Collaborate with agency staff, contractors, and consultants to address operational challenges effectively.
• Prepare technical reports, analyses, and documentation to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Collect and analyze traffic data from the field to evaluate system performance and support engineering decisions.
• Maintain organized project files and adhere to operational protocols and standards.

Education

BA/BS + none or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Synchro/SimTraffic

traffic simulation software

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Primary Location: US - Mount Clemens, MI - 117 S Groes
• Compensation: USD 47,125 - USD 61,625 - yearly

Company Description

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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.

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Job Description

AECOMis seeking an energetic and motivated ITS/Traffic Operations Engineer to support our services in the areas of traffic engineering, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), and transportation systems management and operations (TSMO). The successful candidate will provide a variety of traffic and ITS engineering services to key AECOM clients and projects while working closely with a range of local and national experts. The position will also provide on-site support to operations contracts with our clients located in southeast Michigan. This successful candidate will bring a strong work ethic, sense of excitement, strong communication skills, and a desire to innovate in an emerging technology space within ITS. The ideal candidate will need to be a professional, self-motivated, and resourceful individual with strong problem-solving and communication skills, capable of effectively executing technical traffic engineering tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Job Description: This position focuses on technical traffic engineering and operations support within a Traffic Operations Center (TOC), addressing real-time traffic challenges, enhancing roadway performance, and supporting ITS and traffic signal systems. The engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement solutions for improved mobility and safety.

**THIS IS A PART TIME ROLE UP TO 29 HOURS PER WEEK**

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and optimize traffic signal timing plans using tools such as Synchro, SimTraffic, and related software.
• Perform traffic and ITS engineering studies, analyzing roadway performance and recommending operational improvements.
• Assist in the assessment and maintenance of traffic signal and ITS systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Provide technical support for real-time traffic management operations, including incident management and special event coordination.
• Collaborate with agency staff, contractors, and consultants to address operational challenges effectively.
• Prepare technical reports, analyses, and documentation to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Collect and analyze traffic data from the field to evaluate system performance and support engineering decisions.
• Maintain organized project files and adhere to operational protocols and standards.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS + none or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• A valid driver's license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, Synchro/SimTraffic, and traffic simulation software.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to ensure successful collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to develop technical reports, documents, client communication, and technical memoranda.
• Ability to efficiently and effectively speak, read, and write on technical topics in the English language.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, major holidays, and during planned and unplanned events as required.
• Relevant professional engineering experience.
• Experience with data manipulation, management, and processing.