Project Transportation Engineer - Traffic Technology

Olsson; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive 401(k) match

Tailored development paths

Possibility for flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Positive community impact

Job summary

Olsson is seeking a Project Engineer for the Traffic/Technology team in Des Moines, Iowa. In this role, you will tackle engineering complexities, create designs, and supervise staff to meet project objectives.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, at least six years of traffic engineering experience, and a Professional Engineer (PE) License. You will enjoy benefits like a competitive 401(k) match and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years traffic engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed engineering tasks such as project design and cost estimates.
• Independently perform complex assignments requiring new techniques.
• Coordinate across teams and direct team members on design tasks.
• Maintain project and client information in the management system.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Traffic engineering

Creativity in design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Olsson’s traffic experts provide clients with a single resource for traditional services such as traffic operations studies, pedestrian circulation studies, and intersection improvement/design projects. They are also proficient in more complex projects, including conducting citywide safety studies, signal timing, improving signal systems, and evaluating and designing Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). Traffic design includes traffic signals, roundabouts, pavement marking, signing, and temporary traffic control.

As a Project Engineer for the Traffic/Technology team, you will independently make decisions regarding engineering complexities. You will generate ideas and create designs that provide purposeful, high-quality solutions to successfully solve engineering and design needs. You may supervise staff and provide guidance related largely to overall objectives, critical issues, and new concepts.

Primary responsibilities

• Perform detailed engineering tasks such as project design, cost estimates, and design calculations utilizing advanced knowledge and experience.
• Prepare project documents and adhere to project scope, schedule, and budget to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Independently perform complex assignments that require development of new and improved techniques and procedures.
• Coordinate across other Olsson teams and direct team members on design tasks.
• Work closely with project managers on execution of design work, report overall progress, and inform project managers of any potential challenges to ensure project goals and objectives are met.
• Assist with project scope of work and schedule or portions of them and may attend client meetings.
• May supervise, coordinate, and review work for less experienced staff members.
• Maintain project and client information in the firm’s project management system.
• May travel and work in all types of terrain and weather conditions at project sites in various stages of construction.

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.
• Minimum of 6 (six) years traffic engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License.

Benefits

• 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

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.