Traffic Design Engineer (2-5 years)

GARVER LLC; Missouri; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Traffic Design Engineer and contribute to innovative transportation projects! In this dynamic role, you will develop intersection improvements, traffic signal plans, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver exceptional results for DOT and municipal clients. With a strong emphasis on professional growth and career advancement, this position offers you the chance to hone your skills in a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a commitment to work-life balance as you help shape the future of transportation in your community. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Company-paid professional memberships

Support for industry licenses

Continuing education opportunities

Comprehensive wellness program

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience with traffic-specific projects.
• EI/EIT certification or ability to obtain in 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Develop intersection improvements and traffic signal plans.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams and clients.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Technical background

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

OpenRoads

SignCAD

AutoTurn

Job description

Garver is seeking a highly motivated Traffic Design Engineer in our St. Louis, MO office to add to our growing traffic and transportation planning team. The ideal candidate would have 2-5 years of related experience, a sharp technical background, and a strong passion for the profession. The position will offer the candidate an opportunity to play a key role in designing exciting projects for our DOT and municipal clients across our client footprint.

Applicants must have excellent problem-solving skills with a commitment to playing a key role in this extremely technical, highly productive design team. This position will be supervised by a Senior Project Manager and offers outstanding growth opportunity and career advancement to the right individual.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Developing intersection improvements plans
• Preparing traffic signal plans
• Preparing ITS plans
• Preparing signing plans and pavement marking plans
• Coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams and communicating concepts to clients

Additional duties include:

• Assisting with project management to identify project scopes, fees, and monitoring project progress
• Preparing project proposals and giving interviews for project pursuits
• Performing direct client marketing and developing relationships with existing clients within our service area
• Mentoring less experienced staff

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET accredited engineering program
• 2 - 5 years of experience with traffic specific projects
• Proficient in MicroStation
• Well organized with great attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills with a willingness to lead meetings and presentations
• EI/EIT certification or ability to obtain in 1 year
• Working knowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and FHWA Sign Book
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with OpenRoads, SignCAD, and AutoTurn
• Experience with fiber optic communication system architecture
• Experience with developing Systems Engineering and Concept of Operation reports
• Experience in marketing and managing local government projects
• Experience working with State Departments of Transportation and municipalities within the Garver footprint

Grow With Us

Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses, and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program, Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.

Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.