Tolling and Technology Consultant

HDR, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking an experienced Transportation ITS Engineer to lead tolling system design and related ITS projects in the Florida region.

You will work within HDR's Advanced Technologies for Surface Transportation group on a range of tolling, ITS and traffic engineering assignments for diverse clients. You will develop plans, specifications and analyses, coordinate with field staff, and contribute to standards, QA, and client relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years' ITS and traffic engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license recognized by licensing board (PE or P.Eng).
• Knowledge of regulations for state and federal transportation agencies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and traffic engineering software.
• Experience with HCS, CORSIM, Synchro/SIM Traffic and similar tools.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and teamwork.
• Commitment to HDR's employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of technical documents, reports, plans, specifications and presentations.
• Design tolling concepts, requirements, specifications and performance metrics.
• Review tolling projects and solutions.
• Develop PS&E design packages for toll systems and HOT/Express Lanes."
• Support field data collection and ITS project implementation.
• Contribute to national ITS standards and traffic management projects.
• Assist with toll-related data reconciliation across systems and vendors.
• Support business processes improvements and QA reviews.
• Develop HDR office transportation programs and act as technical expert.

Skills

ITS knowledge

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

HCS

CORSIM

Synchro/SIM Traffic

Power BI

Tableau

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? #LI-JG9

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you'll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger, and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

You will be part of our Advanced Technology for Surface Transportation business class, supporting the emerging areas of ITS, Lighting, Signalization, and Tolls design, for a diverse range of clients.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the development of work products such as technical documents or reports, technical plans and specifications, PowerPoint presentations, Visio diagrams, and Excel models
• Design and develop tolling concepts and reports including development of roadside and back office system requirements, specifications, and performance metrics
• Review and assessment of tolling projects and solutions
• Develop Plans, Specifications and Estimates (PS&E) design packages for toll systems and facilities including all electronic toll collection systems for toll roads, High Occupancy Toll (HOT) & Express Lanes, and multi-type toll plazas
• Support field work with technical staff to collect site specific data as projects require
• Assist with the design & implementation of toll related ITS projects including national ITS Standards, Active Traffic Management, communications systems, power distribution networks, and traffic control equipment.
• Support TSM&O activities including serving as extension of staff to FDOT TSM&O office and various other on-call technical activities
• Reconcile tolling data across systems and vendors to verify accuracy and completeness
• Analyze business processes and recommend improvements for efficiency and accuracy
• Support quality assurance reviews and recommend enhancements
• Assist with the development of local HDR office transportation programs and serve as a technical expert nationally.
• Establish client relations and be involved with marketing, contract administration, and design and production meetings

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with state DOTs and/or Toll / Thruway / Turnpike Authorities.
• Familiarity with toll collection technologies and equipment, electronic payment systems, video systems, toll infrastructure, traffic management, information and communication technologies for toll system design and operations
• Familiarity with data management and analytical tools such as Power BI, Tableau, etc.
• Demonstrate growth toward becoming a nationally recognized expert in a tolling practice area
• Involvement in professional organizations in the tolling and transportation technology field such as IBTTA and ITS America

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• A minimum of 10 years' experience in ITS and traffic engineering for urban and rural highways, major and minor interchanges and intersections
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Knowledge of regulations of state and federal transportation agencies
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Experience using HCS, CORSIM, Synchro/SIM Traffic and other software packages
• Strong oral and written communication skills, presentation skills and ability to work in a team environment
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-Florida-Orlando

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Advanced Technologies for Surface Transportation

Job Posting: Aug 28, 2026