Senior Intelligent Transportation System / Traffic Engineer (Hybrid)

AECO; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Intelligent Transportation System/Traffic Engineer (Hybrid) based in Houston, TX. This role leads ITS design projects, TSMO initiatives, and related operations planning, mentoring staff, and coordinating with clients and agencies.

Qualified candidates will hold a PE license with a BS in engineering and 8+ years of relevant experience, and will manage scope, budgets, schedules, and project teams across ITS/electrical disciplines.

Qualifications

• BA/BS + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a task lead for the management and development of ITS plans/programs.
• Determining ITS program objectives and requirements, organizing programs and projects, and developing standards and guides for diverse ITS related activities.
• Provides guidance and mentorship to entry-level engineers.
• Develop Scope of Services for ITS planning, programming, design & emerging technology projects.
• Provide oversight and direction to project team members and subconsultants.
• Develop and maintain project schedules.
• Performs work in accordance with the agreed-upon budget and schedule with minimal supervision.
• Independently problem solve items for projects; work with project managers to execute design projects.
• Serve as a technical expert for ITS/electrical projects

Skills

Traffic engineering

Project leadership

Mentorship

Communication

ITS design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Excel

Google Earth

PS&E

Job description

• Full-time
• State/Province: Texas
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Primary Location: US - Houston, TX - 800 Gessner Rd
• Compensation: USD 120,000 - USD 190,000 - yearly

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

AECOMis seeking aSeniorIntelligent Transportation System/Traffic Engineer (Hybrid)based inHouston, TX.

This position will lead and assist with ITS design projects, Transportation Systems Management & Operations (TSMO), Concept of Operations, ITS architectures, emerging technology planning/design/programming. This will include but is not limited to support of plan reviews, ITS planning, concept of operations, task lead, mentoring junior staff on ITS/electrical projects.

• Serves as a task lead for the management and development of ITS plans/programs
• Determining ITS program objectives and requirements, organizing programs and projects, and developing standards and guides for diverse ITS related activities
• Provides guidance and mentorship to entry-level engineers
• Develop Scope of Services for ITS planning, programming, design & emerging technology projects
• Provide oversight and direction to project team members and subconsultants
• Develop and maintain project schedules
• Performs work in accordance with the agreed-upon budget and schedule with minimal supervision
• Independently problem solve items for projects; work with project managers to execute design projects
• Serve as a technical expert for ITS/electrical projects

Qualifications

• BA/BS + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Traffic signal design, signing and striping design, and ITS design experience
• Experience with ITS system and design principles, standards, guidelines, processes, operations, and policy
• Experience with ITS system and design principles, standards, guidelines, processes, operations, and policy
• Up to Date on latest ITS technologies/vendors
• Prepare technical reports and papers for clients and/or internal distribution
• Proficient in MicroStation, Excel, Word, Google Earth
• PS&E experience with fiber and wireless networks, CCTV, DMS
• Project experience with TxDOT, City agencies
• Excellent written/communication skills

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not offered for this position now or in the future

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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 2025. 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.

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