Licensed Transportation Engineer - Traffic/Technology

Olsson; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Career development paths

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Bonus program

Job summary

Olsson in Phoenix is seeking a Traffic/Technology Engineer to lead traffic planning, studies, design, and operations tasks for our transportation projects. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve mobility and safety across communities.

Applicants should have a Civil Engineering degree, 5–10 years of traffic/ITS experience, EI or PE, proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation, and knowledge of Synchro, SimTraffic, HCS, or VISSIM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and relevant licensure or EI/PE.
• 5–10 years of experience in traffic engineering, traffic operations, or ITS projects.
• EI certificate or PE license is preferred.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation.
• Experience with design projects and traffic studies is a plus."
• Familiarity with industry software (Synchro, SimTraffic, HCS, VISSIM) is beneficial.
• Local knowledge and experience are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead traffic planning, studies, design, and operations tasks for transportation projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve traffic operations, safety, and pedestrian circulation.
• Contribute to the growth and development of Olsson’s Traffic/Technology practice.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Synchro

SimTraffic

HCS

VISSIM

Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on communities through collaborative work? Do you thrive on taking ownership of your projects and utilizing your talents to shape transportation systems?

Our Traffic/Technology Team is at the forefront of developing innovative solutions for traffic management, signal systems, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). With a proven track record of excellence, we are dedicated to improving traffic operations, safety, and pedestrian circulation for cities and communities.

As a Traffic/Technology Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping the future of transportation infrastructure. Your passion for collaborative work and commitment to positively affecting communities will drive you to lead traffic planning, studies, design, and operations tasks and projects. You’ll have the unique opportunity to make a difference and contribute to the growth of our fast-growing office.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 5 - 10 years of experience in traffic engineering, traffic operations, or ITS projects.
• Engineering Intern (EI) certificate or Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Working knowledge of CAD software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or MicroStation.
• Working knowledge of software including Synchro, SimTraffic, HCS, VISSIM or other similar software.
• Experience with design projects and traffic studies, preferred.
• Local industry knowledge and experience, preferred.

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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