Traffic Engineer

GAI Consultants Inc.; Indiana, Fishers (PA, IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking engineering firm as a Traffic Engineer, where you'll design innovative traffic solutions and contribute to major infrastructure projects. This role offers the chance to work with a collaborative team, utilizing advanced software tools for traffic analysis and modeling. With a commitment to professional growth, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career advancement. If you're passionate about making a difference in transportation and infrastructure, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your career in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Long Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) Company Match

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in traffic engineering and design.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License required.

Responsibilities

• Design traffic engineering elements including signals and signage.
• Conduct traffic analysis and modeling using specialized software.

Skills

Traffic Engineering

Traffic Analysis

Modeling Software (HCS, Synchro, Sidra, Vissim)

Safety Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Engineering

Tools

Highway Capacity Software (HCS)

Synchro

Sidra

PTV Software (Vissim/Vistro/Visum)

Job description

paid time off, paid holidays, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

GAI Consultants has a career-building opportunity for a Traffic Engineer within our Transportation and Infrastructure Unit's traffic design group. GAI is an established and growing multi-discipline engineering firm with tremendous growth opportunities. This position can be based out of multiple office locations and has the opportunity for a sign-on Bonus.

Responsibilities

• Design of traffic engineering elements including traffic signals, roadway lighting, signage and pavement markings, ITS infrastructure, and work zone traffic control.
• Traffic analysis and modeling utilizing various software tools such as Highway Capacity Software (HCS), Synchro, Sidra, and PTV software tools (Vissim/Vistro/Visum).
• Safety data collection and analysis including crash data review, crash rate calculations, and Highway Safety Manual (HSM) analysis.
• Development related traffic impact analysis
• Preparation of Transportation Management Plans for major roadway improvement projects
• Preparation of traffic related technical documents and reports
• Related field work and site visits

General Characteristics

• Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
• Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Acquires general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields, and ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
• Applies teamwork skills to effectively plan, execute, and manage scopes, schedules, and budgets to meet project stakeholder needs.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 4+ Years of Experience

Education

• B.S. or M.S. Engineering

Certification/Licensure

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License

Technical Responsibilities

• Occasionally designs portions of a project, system, component, or process.
• Prepares plans, specifications, and other project documents.
• Designs and conducts analyses and interprets test data.

Project and Task Management

• Occasionally assigns tasks to other technical and non-technical staff.
• Occasionally plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
• Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or projects.

Management Responsibility

• Receives general direction on key objectives. Receives guidance on unconventional/complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
• Mentors junior staff by providing guidance, explaining professional responsibilities, and reviewing work products.
• Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.

Communication Skills

• Communicates effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.

Why GAI?

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

• Competitive salary -GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Description

GAI Consultants has a career-building opportunity for a Traffic Engineer within our Transportation and Infrastructure Unit's traffic design group. GAI is an established and growing multi-discipline engineering firm with tremendous growth opportunities. This position can be based out of multiple office locations and has the opportunity for a sign-on Bonus.

Responsibilities

• Design of traffic engineering elements including traffic signals, roadway lighting, signage and pavement markings, ITS infrastructure, and work zone traffic control.
• Traffic analysis and modeling utilizing various software tools such as Highway Capacity Software (HCS), Synchro, Sidra, and PTV software tools (Vissim/Vistro/Visum).
• Safety data collection and analysis including crash data review, crash rate calculations, and Highway Safety Manual (HSM) analysis.
• Development related traffic impact analysis
• Preparation of Transportation Management Plans for major roadway improvement projects
• Preparation of traffic related technical documents and reports
• Related field work and site visits

General Characteristics

• Applies broad knowledge of principles and practices in a specific practice area.
• Independently evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Acquires general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields, and ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
• Applies teamwork skills to effectively plan, execute, and manage scopes, schedules, and budgets to meet project stakeholder needs.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 4+ Years of Experience

Education

• B.S. or M.S. Engineering

Certification/Licensure

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License

Technical Responsibilities

• Occasionally designs portions of a project, system, component, or process.
• Prepares plans, specifications, and other project documents.
• Designs and conducts analyses and interprets test data.

Project and Task Management

• Occasionally assigns tasks to other technical and non-technical staff.
• Occasionally plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work.
• Prepares scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Assists with proposals to provide professional services or obtain funding for engineering projects or projects.

Management Responsibility

• Receives general direction on key objectives. Receives guidance on unconventional/complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
• Mentors junior staff by providing guidance, explaining professional responsibilities, and reviewing work products.
• Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.

Communication Skills

• Communicates effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences.

Why GAI?

At GAI, exceptional people have an exceptional place to work, grow, lead, and achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of a collaborative team that's committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

• Competitive salary -GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
• New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
• Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
• 401k company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications Education Bachelors of Engineering (required) Experience 4 years: Design of traffic engineering elements including traffic signals, roadway lighting, signage and pavement markings, ITS infrastructure, and work zone traffic control. (required) Licenses & Certifications Driver's License (required)
Professional Engineer (required) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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