Tolling and Technology Consultant

HDR; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a senior ITS/traffic engineer for our Orlando, FL office, joining the Advanced Technologies for Surface Transportation team. You will lead tolling design efforts, develop technical plans, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient mobility solutions.

Required: 10+ years ITS/traffic engineering, PE license, and strong communication skills. This on-site role offers engagement with state DOTs, toll authorities, and national experts, in a vibrant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; PE or equivalent license required.
• At least 10 years ITS/traffic engineering experience.
• Experience with tolling and traffic technology and DOT interactions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of technical documents, reports, and plans.
• Design tolling concepts and report requirements.
• Review tolling projects and solutions.
• Develop PS&E design packages for toll systems.
• Support field data collection and ITS project implementation.
• Establish client relations and participate in marketing meetings.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HCS

CORSIM

Synchro/SIM Traffic

Power BI

Tableau

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?

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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

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.